I do the loop. The old stove pipe city (logging road) on way up and the new ridge line hike on way down. Ridge line is shorter but steep. Final 3/4 mile is straight up.
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Nice hike away from the crowds on Buckling/Killington.
After 1st stream crossing(1.5 miles from gate), go straight up old logging road. Path easy to follow. When logging road ends, someone marked with blue ribbons (thanks to that person). Follows ridge line, good footing. This route is shorter and more direct than traditional Stove Pipe City route.
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The ski trails are grown up with tall weeds in some places but still a really nice walk with awesome views.
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