Inn at Long Trail

The Inn at Long Trail occupies a storied position at Sherburne Pass on US Route 4 in Killington, Vermont, where the Long Trail—Vermont's 273-mile end-to-end footpath—and the Appalachian Trail share a common trailhead before diverging. The inn has sheltered hikers, skiers, and outdoor travelers since 1938 and retains a deliberate rustic authenticity: rough-hewn timber interiors, a massive fieldstone fireplace in the common room, and wooden paneling throughout communicate decades of mountain hospitality without pretense. McGrath's Irish Pub, attached to the inn, has been pouring Guinness and hosting live Irish traditional music for generations of après-hikers and après-skiers; the pub's $3 pint special has achieved near-legendary status on the Vermont hiking and ski circuit. Three accommodation tiers suit different budgets and travel styles: bunk-style rooms suited to thru-hikers and budget travelers; private rooms with twin or queen beds; and suites with private baths and extra living space. Hearty breakfasts are included with all stays. The pub kitchen provides casual dinner service using straightforward mountain fare. Killington Resort is 4 miles east on US-4; Pico Mountain ski area sits directly across the highway. Northbound Appalachian Trail thru-hikers typically reach Sherburne Pass after completing New Hampshire's White Mountains—the inn serves as a cultural and logistical waypoint on one of America's most-traveled long-distance hiking routes.