FamxplorSunset Rock
What to expect
Sunset Rock is a popular hiking spot with a short, steep climb that offers scenic views of Stowe Village and the Green Mountains. The trail is suitable for families and children, with a kid-friendly atmosphere and options for a shorter hike with less elevation gain. The area is also home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, wild turkey, and songbirds. Visitors can enjoy a picnic with a view at the upper overlook, which provides a spectacular view of Mount Mansfield to the west. The trail is well-maintained, with a mix of forested and recently cut-over upland habitat types, making it an enjoyable experience for hikers of all ages
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Activities: We hiked up to Sunset Rock and Upper Overlook, starting from the trailhead at the end of Sunset Street. The hike was a pretty manageable quarter-mile walk uphill to Sunset Rock, offering a postcard view of Main Street. We then continued another one-third of a mile uphill to Upper Overlook, a meadow with views of the mountains
Highlights: The hike to Sunset Rock and Upper Overlook was a good challenge, with beautiful views of Main Street and the mountains. We enjoyed the postcard view of Main Street from Sunset Rock and the meadow views of the mountains from Upper Overlook ✨