FKT: Kara Sampsell - Glastenbury/West Ridge Loop (VT) - 2024-08-08

I was happy to get out on the loop today while at home in VT! An abundance of mud pit steeplechase, rock-hopping, and waist-high ferns were on the menu. This loop won't disappoint anyone looking for good east-coast techy trail and when you're out on West Ridge Trail, it feels like a true wilderness. A lot of similar length/elevation gain routes would see faster times and there's a reason. I saw many friendly hikers starting their day along the LT/AT but not a soul between Goddard shelter and Harbour Rd. There are currently many trees down on the route with particularly large groups down on the descent from Bald Mtn. The Glastenbury fire tower is currently closed for public use.