Park
The Canty Trail
5 locals recommend,
Tips from locals
On the difficult side compared to other trails... Long Day hike ... one block away ... Not well known so not crowded :) )! Take Route 4 east to next road Old Turnpike Road)
The 4.8 mile out and back Canty trail in Mendon is often a buggy, so be forewarned. Dogs are able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. A great diversion, about 3/5 of the way up the mountain, is the stop off in the water cascades. This is where the mountain stream falls into a gorgeous cascade, which stays running in many of the dry Summer months, when most creeks and streams have already dried up. Not sure the trek to the very top is worth it, as the view from the top is obstructed unless it is Fall and the reduced foliage allows for better viewing of the surrounding countryside.
The 4.8 mile out and back Canty trail in Mendon is often a buggy, so be forewarned. Dogs are able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. A great diversion, about 3/5 of the way up the mountain, is the stop off in the water cascades. This is where the mountain stream falls into a gorgeous casc…
The Canty Trail by Airbnb Experiences
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Location
Old Turnpike Road
Mendon, VT