The Long Trail is the oldest long distance trail in the United States. It runs 272 miles in Vermont along the main ridge of the Green Mountains, and connects with the Appalachian Trail for 100 miles. The trail begins with a steep ascent for the first 5.5 miles to the top of Camels Hump. The summit offers treetop panoramic views, and on a clear day one can see the highest peaks of Mount Marcy in New York, Mount Washington in New Hampshire and Vermont's Mount Mansfield. The remaining of the trail there are some moderate elevation changes. There are a few shelters along this section of the Long Trail which are used for multi day/thru hikers. The Montclair Glen Lodge requires a small fee with a capacity of 10 people and is located almost 7 miles into the hike. Avoid hiking the trails from April through to May, the wet sloppy conditions leads to serious trail erosion. A shuttle plan is needed for this trail.