Putney Mountain

About this Location

Putney Mountain Hawk Watch is a 1.2-mile lightly trafficked loop trail located near Newfane, Vermont, and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round.

Short, easy hike to nice views. Hawks in abundance during migration season.

A short hike that is good for families, as it’s not too hard. Bird lovers will enjoy the spring and fall hawk migration seasons. From parking take the white-blazed Ridgeline Trail to the summit. It follows a well-defined woods road. Return this way or bear left on a short blue-blazed trail then turn left (south) onto the yellow-blazed trail and take it back to your car.

Notable Trails

The AllTrails website has a description and map of a hike at Putney Mountain.

Features

  • Restrooms on site

  • Wheelchair accessible trail

  • Entrance fee

Content from Putney Mountain Hawk Watch Hike (AllTrails) webpage

Last updated October 6, 2023