I have never taken a hiking trip before. And although I'm a healthy 80 year old woman, I'd like to know the possible degree of difficulty of the Vermont Trek.

The Zealand Falls Hut to Hut is considered moderate to difficult. It is a level 4 out of 5. This includes carrying a pack of about 15-25lbs depending on how light you pack. The trail is dirt and rock but well traveled. There are rocks and tree roots sticking out along the way that need to be stepped over. There are a few spots where you are walking close to the edge. The trails can be steep as there are no switchbacks. There is a 1200' ascent in about .7 miles on day one. This day can take some groups 10 or more hours. We recommend a high level of fitness including balance and endurance. This would be a very challenging first time hike. The Northeast in general is pretty challenging. If you are open to other locations, please let us know. The West (Rocky Mountains, California, and Washington) tend to have some easier hiking with more maintained trails.

What is the level of hiking experience needed for this trip. Also, I'm very afraid of heights so I wondered about the height of the trails.

This trip is considered a level 4 trip. This means you would be carrying a 15-25 pound pack depending on how much you bring with you personally. You can expect to be hiking up to 8 miles per day and elevation changes daily as great as 3,000 feet. The trails themselves are extremely rugged and may involve scrambling with hands and feet on very steep terrain. For the most part cliff edges and drop offs are roughly 4-9 feet away at all times, except for a few sections where the trail is a little closer to edges.

I was wondering if you know the way to get to the starting point from Boston

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Zealand Falls and the White Mountains

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Start and end in Bretton Woods

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Itinerary

Day 1
Crawford Notch
Start point
AMC Highland Center at Crawford Notch, Crawford Notch Rd, Bretton Woods, New Hampshire 03575, United States (Meet at your accommodation, 17:00)
Meals
Dinner (Family-style dinner)
Included Activities
- Meet guide and group at Appalachian Mountain Club Highland Center
- Receive lightweight gear briefing
Optional Activities
- Arrive early to explore Crawford Notch area (1-2 days before)
Landmarks
Crawford Notch
Day 2
Crawford Notch to Galehead Hut
Meals
Breakfast (Buffet-style breakfast at Highland Center), Dinner (Hearty, fresh-cooked meal at Galehead Hut)
Included Activities
- Buffet-style breakfast at Highland Center
- Shuttle to trailhead (50 minutes)
- Hiking to Galehead Hut with views of Gale River, Twin Mountains, and Garfield Ridge
- Hearty fresh-cooked dinner at Galehead Hut
Landmarks
Gale River
Twin Mountains
Garfield Ridge
Galehead Hut
Day 3
Galehead Hut to Zealand Falls Hut
Meals
Breakfast (Mountain breakfast prepared by hut staff), Dinner (Freshly prepared dinner at Zealand Falls Hut)
Included Activities
- Mountain breakfast prepared by hut staff
- Climb to South Twin Mountain summit (highest point of trip)
- Hike along Twinway Ridge Trail
- Pass over Mount Guyot
- Descent past Zeacliff Pond to Zealand Falls Hut
- Explore waterfalls and streams around hut
- Fresh-cooked dinner at Zealand Falls Hut
Landmarks
South Twin Mountain
Pemigewasset Wilderness
Bond Range
Mount Guyot
Zeacliff Pond
Zealand Falls Hut
Day 4
Zealand Falls Hut to Crawford Notch
End point
AMC Highland Center at Crawford Notch, Crawford Notch Rd, Bretton Woods, New Hampshire 03575, United States (Return to your accommodation, 17:00)
Meals
Breakfast (Mountain breakfast), Lunch (Late lunch at Highland Center)
Included Activities
- Mountain breakfast at Zealand Falls Hut
- Descent along Zealand Trail past ponds and cascades
- Shuttle from trailhead to Highland Center (35 minutes)
- Late lunch at Highland Center
Landmarks
Zealand Trail

Landmarks
Crawford Notch

Landmarks
Gale River
Twin Mountains
Garfield Ridge
Galehead Hut

Landmarks
South Twin Mountain
Pemigewasset Wilderness
Bond Range
Mount Guyot
Zeacliff Pond
Zealand Falls Hut

Landmarks
Zealand Trail

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Merrie
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Great trip, so glad I went! Very informative guide, fun group, great equipment and a beautiful hike and kayak trip.
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July 2nd, 2025
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Asked on May 16th, 2024
I have never taken a hiking trip before. And although I'm a healthy 80 year old woman, I'd like to know the possible degree of difficulty of the Vermont Trek.
Tour Details
- Wildland TrekkingOperator•Written May 2024
  The Zealand Falls Hut to Hut is considered moderate to difficult. It is a level 4 out of 5. This includes carrying a pack of about 15-25lbs depending on how light you pack. The trail is dirt and rock but well traveled. There are rocks and tree roots sticking out along the way that need to be stepped over. There are a few spots where you are walking close to the edge. The trails can be steep as there are no switchbacks. There is a 1200' ascent in about .7 miles on day one. This day can take some groups 10 or more hours. We recommend a high level of fitness including balance and endurance. This would be a very challenging first time hike. The Northeast in general is pretty challenging. If you are open to other locations, please let us know. The West (Rocky Mountains, California, and Washington) tend to have some easier hiking with more maintained trails.
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Chelsea
Asked on May 10th, 2023
What is the level of hiking experience needed for this trip. Also, I'm very afraid of heights so I wondered about the height of the trails.
Tour Details
- Wildland TrekkingOperator•Written May 2023
  This trip is considered a level 4 trip. This means you would be carrying a 15-25 pound pack depending on how much you bring with you personally. You can expect to be hiking up to 8 miles per day and elevation changes daily as great as 3,000 feet. The trails themselves are extremely rugged and may involve scrambling with hands and feet on very steep terrain. For the most part cliff edges and drop offs are roughly 4-9 feet away at all times, except for a few sections where the trail is a little closer to edges.
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Trevor
Asked on January 21st, 2022
I was wondering if you know the way to get to the starting point from Boston
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- Wildland TrekkingOperator•Written January 2022
  There is currently space on our August 22 tour. Please let us know if you have any questions or would like to join this tour.

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Zealand Falls and the White Mountains

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