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Burke Mountain Climb – Burke Mountain loop from East Burke

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Burke Mountain Climb – Burke Mountain loop from East Burke

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Burke Mountain Climb – Burke Mountain loop from East Burke

02:19

20.9km

790m

Mountain biking

Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 21, 2026

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Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 8.48 km for 3.13 km

After 17.2 km for 2.40 km

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Start point

Parking

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2.71 km

Burke Mountain Climb

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

This climb is short but brutal, covering around 3.3 miles with an intense average gradient of about 12.2%, hitting pitches over 20% and gaining over 2,000 feet. As you grind your way up through the dense Vermont forest, be sure to catch your breath at the overlooks; midway up, you might see the striking Willoughby Gap, and from the summit, climbing the fire tower rewards you with incredible 360-degree panoramic views of the rolling Green Mountains and White Mountains stretching out into the distance – especially stunning when the fall foliage is peaking.

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8.03 km

Burke Mountain

Highlight • Summit

Burke Mountain is a popular destination for skiing enthusiasts during winter. However, during the summer, it transforms into Burke Bike Park, offering singletrack biking and hiking trails. The Burke Mountain bike climb is a challenging and steep climb of 3.3 miles (5.31 km), known for having the steepest 2.5 mile (4.02 km) section in the US. Upon reaching the top, you can enjoy several fantastic views of Vermont's famous Willoughby Gap to the north.

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8.21 km

Burke Mountain Summit Lookout Tower

Highlight • Summit

Burke Mountain serves as the high point at Burke Mountain Ski Resort in Vermont. There is a 37-foot tall lookout tower at the top of the mountain, and you get unobstructed panoramic views from the summit.

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12.9 km

Hibernator

Forest

20.9 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.7 km

5.04 km

4.01 km

1.10 km

Surfaces

9.03 km

7.97 km

3.26 km

306 m

195 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (970 m)

Lowest point (250 m)

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Burke Mountain Climb – Burke Mountain loop from East Burke

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