If you’re looking for a hiking adventure that’ll truly take your breath away, plan to explore Deer Leap Overlook Trail in Vermont. Based near Killington, this intermediate-level hike has a little bit of everything for everyone. This includes wildflowers, wildlife, opportunities to bird watch, and a forest. But, perhaps the highlight of this 2.2-mile out-and-back trail is the jaw-dropping view from the hike’s overlook that easily resembles the opening of a movie.

To get started on your hike up Deep Leap Overlook Trail, set your GPS to Giffords Woods State Forest Park.

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In addition to jaw-dropping views you’ll get to see from the overlook, you’ll also enjoy scenery like this as you hike this trail.

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Once you reach the overlook, take a moment to relax and soak in the extraordinary landscape.

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And while you might feel as if you’re in the opening of a film when you reach the outlook point, your dog might see the experience as just a fun day out.

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As you stand at the overlook on a cloudy day, you can expect to see views that look mysterious and dramatic.

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Along with being wowed by the views from the overlook, it’ll feel like you’re in a fairy tale as you hike the trail too.

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Of course, depending on the time of day you hit this trail, the overlook might look a closing scene too.

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If you’re to ready to feel like you’re experiencing the opening scene of a movie, get started with planning your adventurous hike on Deer Leap Overlook Trail today! Feel free to also check out These 10 Hiking Spots In Vermont Are Completely Out Of This World for information about other scenic trails in the Green Mountain state.

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Address: Deer Leap Trail, 139 US-4, Killington, VT 05751, USA