The Woods and Swale Trail is a wonderful hike through an old forest and a pine plantation, also following the border of a wetland before traversing the side of a hill.

Key takeaways

• Distance: 1.8 miles round trip
• Elevation gain: 310 feet
• Hike based on an out-and-back on the trail, starting from the south

Hiking the Woods and Swale Trail

You can return by reversing the trail or make it a loop by using Sherman Road to return to the trailhead. This trails begins in open hardwoods with some impressive oak and ash trees, then descends to a beautiful section of thick undergrowth with a tall canopy. Perfect area for birding.

Woods and Swale Trail in the winter

The parking is open in the winter, and might be a good option for trying out beginner to moderate cross-country skiing terrain when the coverage is good.

Find more legendary trails in the Lake Champlain Region

Want to find more hikes in the Lake Champlain Region’s open spaces? With the Lake Champlain Region’s extensive trail network, there are endless options to choose from!

How to get there

From the south: At the fork of Lakeshore Road and Sherman Road. From the north: Further down Sherman Road.