Middlebury & Rochester Ranger Districts
The north half of the forest extends from U.S. Route 4, northeast of Rutland, to State Route 17, in the Town of Bristol. This region is home to Breadloaf and Bristol Cliff Wildernesses. While Bristol Cliff can be hiked in one day, Breadloaf offers days of great hiking and backpacking. This section of the Long Trail is difficult but popular, well worth the effort.

Permit Information
No permit needed.

Directions
From Rutland, US highway 7 north leads you to the west side of Middlebury & Rochester Ranger Districts while taking State highway 100 will lead you to the east side.

Information Center
In the northern half of the forest, Rochester Ranger Station is located on Hwy. 100 on the east side of the forest; Middlebury Ranger Station is located on Hwy. 116 on the west side of the forest.

Activities