Trail Updates
July 9, 2021
June 2021
June trail projects completed:
- Corridor maintenance cutting back tall grass and raspberry bushes throughout the system.
- The exit of Kitchel has been slightly adjusted to help ease congestion on Garden Drive during construction.
- Drone Lidar Mapping of the conserved property on Darling Ridge with Whiteout Solutions
- To gather parcel and trail data such as; high res orthomosaic geo tiff, contour lines, trail slope and grade, classifications on vegetation/trails, signs, water, etc. Trail center lines, erosion issues/degradation, potholes that hold water, ADA trail compliance identification, an attempt to gather information for a better trail rating system.
- Two new trails opened
- Ozias
- Ozias, which was the name of one of the original settlers on Darling Hill and was also the name of an old trail no longer in use near where Harp is now. This trail will serve as a great connector to the sector of trails in the Harp/Poundcake/Fenceline area that you had to otherwise access via East Darling/Darling Hill Road. Folks can now leave the village, ride Uptown to White School, up Ware's Davis to Ozias, cross Darling Hill Road and down onto Upper Harp Loop. This alleviates the need to be on the road and helps keep people on trails! So cool!
- This trail meanders through a mix of hard and softwood forest and climbs its way up 4 switchbacks to the top of the ridge and will be a bi-directional trail to serve as a much needed new connector trail. Thank you to landowner's Polly Stadt & Michael Loynd, Paul Trojano, Peter Trojano, Michael Anderson, and Phil & Elise Lawson for allowing this trail constructed by the KT Trail Crew and volunteers, to cross their properties.
- Rating: blue square
- Length: .9
- Another Round
- Another Round bisects Last Call in the section of trails above the Tiki Bar parking area. This new addition, gives riders the option to ride that pocket of trails in multiple directions. Twisty, with an old school feel, riders with a keen eye may catch a glimpse of the Burklyn Mansion and Inn at Mtn. View Farm. Two short bridges built with milled hemlock timbers pulled from on site bring the trail some cool character. Thank you to Doug & Disa Clarner for allowing this trail on their property
- The Clarner's young son is interested in trail building so CJ worked with them on laying out the trail and showing them the basics of what tools to use and how to use them. They did a majority of the corridor clearing on their own time. Along with the Clarners, students from BMA provided volunteer trail work to install a considerable amount of new trail on this project. It’s been a nice collaboration with a landowner and students from BMA.
- Rating: Blue Square
- Length: .62 miles
The next Volunteer Work Day is scheduled for Saturday, July 31 and is sponsored by Lawson's Finest Liquids!
EAST BURKE, VT – October 27, 2025 – Kingdom Trails, a leading non-profit organization dedicated to the development and maintenance of recreational trails in the Northeast Kingdom, today announced it has received a monumental gift of $100,000 from Bear Den Partners, the owners of Burke Mountain, and Kingdom Trails’ single largest private landowner. This unprecedented corporate donation is the largest in Kingdom Trails’ history and signifies a powerful commitment to the economic vitality and future of recreation in the Northeast Kingdom. The $100,000 investment comes as both organizations continue to expand their collaborative efforts to enhance outdoor tourism and provide world-class experiences for visitors and local community members alike. This funding will be immediately directed toward critical trail maintenance, infrastructure improvements, and sustainable trail development projects across the network, allowing Kingdom Trails to build important new connections and keep the trails in top shape. “We are overwhelmed by the generosity and vision demonstrated by the leadership at Burke Mountain,” said Georgia Gould, Interim Executive Director of Kingdom Trails. “This is more than just a donation; it’s an unprecedented investment in the future health of our trails, our organization, and the entire Northeast Kingdom community. This investment ensures we can not only maintain the current quality of the Kingdom Trails experience but also pursue long-term sustainability and innovative projects.” The gift came during an evening of music and celebration of Kingdom Trails’ Landowners hosted by Bear Den Partners at the Burke Mountain Hotel. The event brought together the landowners, community members, and friends who make Kingdom Trails possible. The evening featured a powerful joint performance by national touring artists Adam Gardner of Guster and Stephen Kellogg, whose music captured the warmth, connection, and spirit that define the Northeast Kingdom. The relationship between Burke Mountain and Kingdom Trails has been instrumental in positioning the region as a premier mountain biking and outdoor destination. Burke Mountain’s contribution emphasizes a shared goal of drawing visitors to the region while ensuring responsible stewardship of the natural resources. “Burke Mountain is a proud neighbor and partner to Kingdom Trails,” said Jon Schaefer, CEO of Bear Den Partners. “We understand that the trails are a critical driver of our local economy and an important amenity for our guests. Making this $100,000 commitment was a clear decision—it ensures the longevity of this incredible network and helps secure the Northeast Kingdom’s reputation as a top-tier outdoor destination for generations to come.” The organizations encourage the public and corporate partners to view this as an inspiration for collective responsibility in protecting and preserving the trails that define Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom experience. Kingdom Trails extends its sincere gratitude to Bear Den Partners for their integral support of this investment and their dedication to the future of the trails. About Kingdom Trails Kingdom Trails is a non-profit organization dedicated to the development and maintenance of a 100+ mile network of non-motorized multi-use trails in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont. Utilizing a land-use agreement model with 106 private landowners, Kingdom Trails provides recreational access that promotes healthy lifestyles, economic vitality, and sustainable use of resources. About Burke Mountain Located in the heart of Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom, Burke Mountain Resort is an independent, four-season destination owned by Bear Den Partners. Burke delivers 178 acres of world-class skiing and riding in the winter, and lift-served mountain biking and hiking in the summer. Burke’s bike park is adjacent to the world-renowned Kingdom Trails network, a mecca for mountain bikers. Year-round, Burke and the Burke Mountain Hotel host events and activities that reflect the culture and community of Vermont: down-to-earth, uncorporate and driven by the spirit of the mountain and the people who ride it. For more information, visit SkiBurke.com or follow on all major social platforms including Instagram , Facebook and YouTube .
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