The Carriage Trail - Starting at the Lodge, this trail runs up the driveway, across a wide path through the woods, and back down past the garden. The full loop is a 20-25 minute walk at an easy pace. Printable Map »

Lyme Pinnacle Loop - Upper Valley Land Trust maintains a trail that goes to the top of The Pinnacle (actually named “Acorn Hill”) with broad views looking north to Smarts Mountain and even the White Mountains, and down over Post Pond. It’s a quick 7 minute drive from Loch Lyme Lodge to a large parking area at the trailhead. 2.9 mile out and back, 2 hours.  Printable Map »

Lyme Hill - A short, moderate trail with great views also in Lyme. 1.7 miles out and back, 1 hour.

Holt's Ledge - Just a few miles away, this is part of the Appalachian Trail, which stretches from Georgia to Maine. A moderate hike up to the top of the local ski area finishing at a large granite cliff. 3.4 mile out-and-back. 2-3 hours.  

Houghton Hill (Mimi's Trail) - Just a few miles further away on Thetford Hill, the area has been carefully developed to include a vast network of trails, reaching all the way to the top of the state forest nearby. This one is a great choice for all ages with rewarding views to the west and south. Many shorter options, the full route is 5.4 mile out-and-back, 2-3 hours. 

Thetford Academy X-Country Trail - A lovely, winding, 3.2 mile trail through the woods. You can do the whole thing or sections of varying lengths.

Union Village Dam - A gorgeous recreation area in Thetford, just 10 minutes away (add 20 minutes for bridge closure). Many options for short hikes and swimming holes. Vermont Bike and Brew (see below) sends some great trips through there.