Green Mountains, Mountain range in Vermont, United States and physiographic section in Quebec, Canada.
This mountain range runs through Vermont and Quebec, forming a long chain of forested peaks across eastern North America. The highest point sits on Mount Mansfield, which rises above the surrounding valleys.
Samuel de Champlain reached the area in the early 17th century and gave the mountains their French name. The range later became an important area for logging and tourism.
The name comes from the French and refers to the forested slopes that appear green when seen from a distance. These mountains play an important role in regional life, supporting both winter sports and hiking throughout the year.
The range offers access for hikers and skiers, with trails and slopes spread across many valleys and summits. Conditions change sharply with the seasons, and winter can bring very cold weather at higher elevations.
A long-distance hiking trail runs along the main ridges and connects many summits over a great distance. This path was one of the first of its kind in North America and still draws hikers today.
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