Can anyone tell me if Lincoln Gap Rd is closed for the season? Im looking to hike Mt Ellen and Abraham from the Long Trail trailhead this Saturday. Thanks!
We just had about a foot of snow dumped on Vermont this past weekend. I don't recommend hitting the Long Trail yet. If you do go, prepare for 100% winter conditions.
I expect a lot of melting this week, as temperatures will be fairly warm, but high elevation ridgelines will be the last to melt.
Im an avid winter hiker, no concerns on the winter conditions. Thanks for the heads up!
Gap road still closed
Should be closed thru at least April 30th, tho it's up to the town of Warren and Lincoln's discretion AFAIK
IMO you would have a better time headed up the Jerusalem trail instead. Bit more of a vertical climb, but I can confirm that as of this morning no one has broken trail on the LT north from the gap. Snow on the south side has a nice layer of crust on top but was broken out. I suppose snow shoes could help, but you’d have some slow going right now
Is the Jerusalem trailhead open?
Was as of two weekends ago. Road might be a bit soft though after this thaw cycle
yes