Trails: Haystack (elevation 3,223 feet) & Belvidere Mountains (elev. 3,360) near Montgomery Center are each a challenging 2- to 3-mile climb from the trailheads but have rewarding views from the top. The trail forms a section of the Long Trail. Two side trails, the Foresters and Frank Post, can be combined to make a 6-mile loop up to Tillotson Camp and Belvidere. Access fee: None, but membership in the GMC helps support the trail. Nearest town: Montgomery Center, VT Trail map: Map and description are in the Long Trail Guide published by the GMC Web site:Green Mountain Club Points of interest: Belvidere has a restored fire lookout tower at its summit. Composting outhouse at Tillotson Camp Other activities: Lodging: Tillotson Camp, midway between Haystack and Belvidere, has a few bunks. Several inns and B&Bs are located in Montgomery Center. Camping: A couple of campsites are at Tillotson Camp Weather forecast:Montgomery Tourism info:Jay Peak Area Association | Northeast Vermont Tourism Getting to the trail: Haystack trailhead is southeast of Montgomery Center on Highway 58 (Hazen's Notch Road). Belvidere trailhead is east of the junction of Highway 109 on Highway 118. The Frank Post and Foresters trailhead are on a side road near Tillotson Mill. Map of local region:Frank Post trailhead
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