Trails: The Pownal region in the southwest corner of Vermont has about 8 miles of hiking trails maintained by the Williams Outing Club of Williams College, Massachusetts. A 2.5-mile trail ascends the Dome (elev. 2,748 feet) and connects with the Broad Brook Trail to form a loop. Nearby, the Pine Cobble Trails links to the Appalachian/Long Trail. Access fee: None Nearest town: Pownal, VT Trail map:Day Hiker's Guide to Vermont guidebook available from the GMC Web site:Williams Outing Club Points of interest: Other activities: Lodging: Bennington and Williamstown have several hotels and other accommodations Camping: Weather forecast:Bennington Tourism info:Bennington Area Chamber Getting to the trail: Although the trails are in Vermont, the trailhead is accessed north of Williamstown, Massachusetts, by heading north on White Oaks Road. Map of local region:White Oaks Road, Mass