The main parking area atop the Appalachian Gap on VT-17. The Long Trail is across the road to the south.
There are a few steep sections where metal bars have been installed to help hikers ascend and descend.
There are a few steep sections where metal bars have been installed to help hikers ascend and descend.
An alternate trail through a cave to the hut!
The cave entrance from the Long Trail junction.
Looking back down at the cave exit, which requires a scramble to escape.
A view toward the shelter from the Long Trail.
The shelter.
A wash pit is provided near the shelter.
There is a composting outhouse located just down the trail from the shelter.
The view of the Green Mountains and Mad River Valley. Mad River Glen ski area can be seen below to the right.
The overlook with a view north to Camel's Hump and the other Green Mountains.
Enjoying a meal and a view.
The shelter at night. It can accommodate six to eight individuals.
Stargazing from the overlook.
The milky way over the Green Mountains.
Sunrise over the Mad River Valley.