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The ultimate adventure guide
Beginning the Sunset Ridge Trail.
Looking toward Burlington.
The path climbs quickly.
The route through the trees.
Interesting rock patterns along the trail.
You can still see Lake Champlain from the trail.
Getting higher.
Great views in all directions.
About half way to the top of Mount Mansfield.
Getting higher.
Ascending Mount Mansfield.
Excitement for your inner geologist.
The summit is still beyond the clouds.
Approaching the alpine zone.
Overlooking Stowe Mountain Resort from the summit of Mount Mansfield.
At the chin formation 10 minutes later.
Laura Cowles Trail.