The Best Adventures Aren’t Always Far Away

Some of the most memorable adventures begin just outside our front doors.

A quiet trail winding through the woods. A gravel road you’ve never explored. Fresh tracks across a snowy field. A conversation with someone who shares your love of the outdoors.

These are the experiences that inspired The Local Trail.

We’re a Vermont-based outdoor publication dedicated to discovering and celebrating the places, people, and experiences that make our local outdoor communities special.

We believe you don’t have to travel far, spend a fortune, or be an expert to experience something extraordinary.

Sometimes, you just need to step outside.

What You’ll Discover Here

The Local Trail explores outdoor life in Vermont throughout all four seasons.

• Trails & Adventures: Hiking routes, cycling destinations, running trails, Nordic skiing, and lesser-known places worth discovering.
• People & Community: Stories about local adventurers, volunteers, organizations, and the people who keep Vermont’s outdoor traditions alive.
• Events & Experiences: Community rides, group outings, races, seasonal activities, and opportunities to get involved.
• Local Businesses & Makers: Celebrating the independent businesses, craftspeople, and outdoor organizations that contribute to our communities.
• Practical Inspiration: Helpful ideas, outdoor skills, and encouragement to make getting outside a regular part of life.

More Than a Destination Guide

We believe outdoor recreation is about more than reaching a summit, finishing a race, or covering a certain distance.

It’s about connection.

Connection to nature. To our communities. To one another. And sometimes, to ourselves.

The Local Trail is built around the idea that outdoor adventure should feel welcoming and accessible, whether you’re taking your first walk in the woods or preparing for your next big challenge.

There’s room for everyone on the trail.

Rooted in Vermont. Inspired by Community.

Vermont is home to remarkable landscapes, strong outdoor traditions, and people who care deeply about the places they call home.

Our goal is to help tell those stories, introduce readers to new experiences, and encourage greater appreciation for the trails and communities around us.

We also believe in supporting responsible recreation, respecting private property, and helping preserve the places that make these experiences possible.

Join Us on the Journey

The Local Trail is just getting started, and we hope you’ll be part of what it becomes.

Explore our stories. Discover somewhere new. Share your experiences. Support your local outdoor community.

And remember:

Adventure begins close to home.

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The Local Trail is an independently presented outdoor publication. Founding sponsor: Cycle Craft Vermont.