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Cross Vermont Trail – Gold Brook Covered Bridge loop from Preston Pond Conservation Area

Cross Vermont Trail – Gold Brook Covered Bridge loop from Preston Pond Conservation Area

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Cross Vermont Trail – Gold Brook Covered Bridge loop from Preston Pond Conservation Area

07:55

132km

1,770m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 19, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Camel's Hump State Park

Mount Mansfield State Forest

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Parking

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32.2 km

Cross Vermont Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Cross Vermont Trail is a multi-use path that spans the state, connecting communities, crossing rivers, and passing through forests and open fields. It features a mix of gravel and paved sections, making it ideal for bike touring and exploring Vermont’s scenic landscapes. You can start in Burlington and choose your own final destination.

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55.8 km

Waterbury

Highlight • Settlement

This is a highly walkable town (population about 5,300) that caters to foodies and outdoors enthusiasts. High points include the local shops, restaurants, mountain biking trails and the nearby Waterbury Reservoir, a few miles north of the road.

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74.3 km

Gold Brook Covered Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

So my thumb is in the picture. Don’t let that distract you from the quaint covered bridge just outside of Stowe VT that offers you a picture of the Full Vermonty. Also, it’s namesake road has some of the prettiest houses in the area. But be sure to switch to your knobby tires - this, and other dirt roads nearby - are not for the faint of heart with super-thin road tires.

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83.5 km

The Trapp Family Lodge

Highlight • Mountain Hut

Beautiful views for those willing to endure the two-mile uphill trek. Nice side-trip off the otherwise pleasant - but somewhat predictable- Stowe Recreational Path. Be prepared to be on your brakes the whole way down.

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87.8 km

Thompson Park Picnic Area & Trailhead

Highlight • Rest Area

Thompson Park is home to a parking area, picnic tables, and trailhead for the paved Stowe Recreational Path. The trail leaving from here is wide, smooth, and easy for any skill level.

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89.6 km

Idletyme Brewing & PK Coffee

Highlight • Cafe

A coffee shop and a brewery right across the street from each other! What more can you ask for on a relaxing ride around Stowe? Idletyme Brewing and PK Coffee are two great spots to grab a burger and beer or coffee and pastry depending on your mood (and time of day). Both of these local-favorite spots are right off of the Stowe Recreational Path, making them convenient to stop at and refuel as you explore the area.

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93.3 km

Lintilhac Park (Stowe Recreation Path Access)

Highlight • Rest Area

Lintilhac Park is a lovely little park behind the Stowe Community Church and is a common access point for the southern end of the Stowe Recreation Path. The Stowe Recreation Path is a popular, scenic, 5.3-mile paved trail that is open for bikers and walkers, and is groomed in the winter for cross-country skiiers. This fantastic trail crosses Little River several times via wooden bridges, has multiple spots for swimming, and offers direct access to many restaurants and shops in Stowe. There is a bike repair station at Lintilhac Park for those who might need it, in addition to parking for the Recreation Path.

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101 km

Barnes Hill

Highlight • Summit

The trees clear out near the top of 1207-foot Barnes Hill, giving you some nice views of the landscape around you. It's a nice climb to get up here, but no so bad that you need quads of steel to make it.

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132 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

63.2 km

53.9 km

8.10 km

3.16 km

1.95 km

1.45 km

122 m

Surfaces

78.1 km

51.9 km

1.11 km

759 m

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Highest point (410 m)

Lowest point (90 m)

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Cross Vermont Trail – Gold Brook Covered Bridge loop from Preston Pond Conservation Area

Cross Vermont Trail

Waterbury

Gold Brook Covered Bridge

The Trapp Family Lodge

Thompson Park Picnic Area & Trailhead

Idletyme Brewing & PK Coffee

Lintilhac Park (Stowe Recreation Path Access)

Barnes Hill

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