Big Branch Wilderness

The 9,200-acre Big Branch Wilderness contains northern hardwood forests, wetlands, and streams across elevations ranging from 1,400 to 3,000 feet.

The designation of Big Branch Wilderness as a protected area strengthened the National Wilderness Preservation System's mission to maintain natural environments in Vermont.

Visitors to Big Branch Wilderness engage in traditional outdoor pursuits like hunting white-tailed deer, fishing for trout, and cross-country skiing in winter.

The Appalachian Trail crosses five miles through the wilderness, with maps and compasses essential for navigation through unmarked forest territories.

Elbow Swamp forms a distinctive wetland ecosystem on the eastern boundary where rubber boots become necessary equipment for traversing the saturated ground.

GPS coordinates: 43.31667,-72.95000

Latest update: March 7, 2025 14:22