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The road is closed in the winter months. A short hike up the road to the Long Trail trailhead is required. Parking can be found near the snow gate.
Intersection of the Long Trail and the spur to the lodge.
Taft Lodge buried in the snow.
Starry skies above Mt. Mansfield.
Starry skies above Mt. Mansfield.
Sunrise from the "Chin" of Mt. Mansfield.
Sunrise from the "Chin" of Mt. Mansfield.
The lodge has no heat or running water. Bring your stoves!