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The Mile-Around Woods
4.8 ★★★★★ 143 Google reviews · Running trail in North Bennington, Vermont · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from The Mile-Around Woods' own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Hikes through pastures and woods for people and dogs with views of the countryside.
What runners say about The Mile-Around Woods
“Horses living in the pastures, beautiful scenery, an easy walk, large well kept overflowing gardens.”
“You could take a short 40 minute walk depending on your pace through the more scenic route or head through the trees to get out of the sun.”
“There is a loop that is the main trail and that by itself is nice and peaceful - dogs must be leashed for this portion.”
“Horses living in the pastures, beautiful scenery, an easy walk, large well kept overflowing gardens.”
A little muddy after all the rain, but lovely and well maintained walking trails.
The Mile-Round Woods is a beautiful park that I had the pleasure of doing an engagement session at. We were lucky enough to have fresh snow falling and the paths well groomed. I can't wait to see what it looks like in other seasons. - Bridget, ower of B. Photogenic Photography
This place is amazing! Horses living in the pastures, beautiful scenery, an easy walk, large well kept overflowing gardens. A new favorite.
Wonderfully scenic hiking trail. Wish we had planned more time as there were other trails right nearby. Easy hike for anyone whether they are in shape or not. ♥️
Trail conditions & character
“In the area for a week vacation with our dogs and found the mile around after a quick search for walks in the area that were dog friendly.”
“You could take a short 40 minute walk depending on your pace through the more scenic route or head through the trees to get out of the sun.”
“There is a loop that is the main trail and that by itself is nice and peaceful - dogs must be leashed for this portion.”
“There is a loop that is the main trail and that by itself is nice and peaceful - dogs must be leashed for this portion.”
Plan your run at The Mile-Around Woods
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
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