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Highlights
- Camels Hump is located in the Green Mountain Range and is Vermont's third-highest mountain and highest undeveloped peak.
- Camels Hump is more notable for its shape than its height; the mountain's conical silhouette is distinctive.
- Because of its distinctive profile it is perhaps the state's most recognized mountain.
- The hiking trails on Camels Hump were among the first cut in the Long Trail system and Camels Hump remains a popular summit for through- and day-hiking.
- The summit of Camels Hump is home to 10 acres of alpine tundra vegetation.
- The views from the summit are panoramic, and on a clear day one can see Mount Marcy in New York, Mount Washington in New Hampshire, and Vermont's Mount Mansfield, the highest peaks of these three states.
- The Long Trail traverses its summit.
- The mountain is part of Camel's Hump State Park.
Latest summits
"It started out overcast with a few brief showers, but by the time we reached the summit, the clouds had broken up and offered some commanding views of the region. Trail is fairly rocky after the first mile but not crazy like Mt Mansfield (which we did 2 days prior)." — marc • Aug 9, 2018
"Pretty cloudy at times, 40 degs at the trailhead, about 30 at the summit with a solid 20 mph wind from the west. We were the only 2 up there. Parked at Burrows and came up Forest City to LT North. Much more fun and challenging that way, especially in winter. Only adds about a mile onto the hike." — Alohabuffy • Feb 26, 2018
"Solo. Started out around 0900 because of the 3 hour drive from my house. I was surprised and pleased to only see a handful of other cars in the lot when I showed up. I quickly got on my way- the first portion of the hike was relatively flat, rocky and rooty. No big water crossings or anything of note. The climb itself was pretty steep, and the temperatures were soaring well above the prediction, I would guess it was nearly 80 out. I was sweating my tail off on the ascent. I met a nice lady and her giant dog on the way up, and said hello to a few folks headed down. There was a nice clearing to catch my breath in that had a placard on a rock stating that Camel's Hump was a historical mountain or something along those lines. From there the summit was an "alpine" exposed .3mi. When I got to the summit I was baffled that there was only one other hiker, and then the summit steward up there. The view was hazy but incredible, very few clouds. There was just enough wind to keep *most* of the bugs off, but I did get bitten under my watchband by a tiny bug that resembled a black ladybug. It's still swollen days later! I chatted with the summit steward and enjoyed the view, only took one photo..." — kellieirene • Jul 5, 2017
"Only 2 degrees F at the trailhead. Did the Burrows Trail up to top. Very icy and treacherous. Absolutely bone chilling at the summit. Cloudy but still clear views. First significant winter hike for me. Left my dog Moose at home...too cold." — mfugel • Jan 14, 2017
"Seeing a trip report, I decided to be aggressive and hike it. I drove 3.5 hours and 135 miles to do this 4.8 mile hike for 2.5 hours. Well packed out trail. Great views from the summit. Sustained winds on the western side that was brutal and some gusts on the eastern side. Great to get another Green Mtn winter peak." — newenglandwarrior • Jan 6, 2017
"Deb is back, great to have my hiking partner back. Going solo is fun but it is twice as much fun when you have a team mate!
I missed her! But any how, we had great weather and views all the way through. The fall colors were brilliant. Went up via the Burroughs trail and did the loop down the Long Trail to the Forest City trail By far the best hike in Vermont! Don't get me wrong the other 4 4000 footers were fun and beautiful but definitely the uniqueness of this mountain makes it stand out! Plus even though a short hike I liked that there was more scrambling." — hbotc • Oct 8, 2016
"Drove from Mt. Holly to Rutland, and after an unsuccessful attempt to find Breadloaf from Skylight Tr, over Rt. 17 to here. Saw a rabbit on the way up and a wing from the plane crash. Sunny day. Great day to be hiking. #89" — newenglandwarrior • May 29, 2014
"This is my favorite hike of all time and highly recommend it to anyone in the area, especially around the peak of fall foliage. It's a great day hike that would be perfect for families of all ages and sizes.
Hiking Camel's Hump is fairly easy, even for people who are out of shape with a well-blazed trail leading all the way up to the top. The trail is very easy to follow and well marked from what I can remember, so you would almost have to try to get lost. Even though it is easy, it can still take a few hours, so I suggest taking plenty of water and a few snacks with you. The road that leads to the trailhead is a little windy, weaving through the Green Mountains, so be careful on your drive there if the weather isn't idea. This is also a great trail to bring your dog with you!
Near the top there is a small field that looks like people have camped there before. I'm not sure if you're technically allowed to camp there or not, but if you are, it would make for a great overnight stay (especially since the night sky up there would look phenomenal) Once you reach the field, you are extremely close to the top, maybe just about 100 yards from the summit.
The tree-line ends pretty abrupt..." — BrianLada • Oct 1, 2013
"First time on this peak since the winter of 1995. Great crisp, clear and cold day. Snowshoe conditions were abosolutely bomber. Excellent training hike for my upcoming Mount Hood adventure." — catamount • Jan 22, 2011
"A very hot and humid day!
Foggy at the start, but soon rose above the fog so I could look down the valley which was socked in!
Used the Long Trail from Duxbury Road (low point in the LT) and hiked down the Monroe.
Met up with Gudi, Lil-Yet, DJ, Deanna and Jarred at the summit (they came in the Monroe Trail)
Was another great day to be on top of a mountain!" — SoarFooters • Aug 16, 2009
"We started this way too late in the day and didn't do any research on the height of the mountain. Needless to say it was pitch black out by the time we got down.
The hike up, however, was amazing. Golden yellow foliage all around!" — ElectroSpecter • Oct 13, 2007
"George, Frank, and I were continuing our segment hiking of Long Trail, but, of course, we summited Camel's Hump while so close. Bamforth Ridge proved to be a great challenge for us, especially Frank who wasn't feeling too well. Expanses of bare rock intensified the heat. George and Frank spotted a moose in the distance, but it eluded me." — barbaratraver • Jul 1, 2003
"Day 16 of Long Trail hike: First sun in three days! All illnesses evaporate and we hit the trail with a new-found vigor. Perhaps the most scenic day of the entire hike. The rough evergreen forest and rocky ridgeline culminates in unprecedented views from Camel’s Hump. Our spirits soar as we take in the 360 degree view and brace ourselves against the strong winds. " — scott • Jun 23, 1993
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