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Stratton Mountain Fire Tower

Appalachian National Scenic Trail, Vermont
· Inspiration for the Appalachian Trail
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In 1909, at Stratton Mountain Fire Tower, James Taylor conceived the idea of a Long Trail extending from Massachusetts to Canada. In 1921, Benton MacKaye expanded that concept into a footpath linking the scenic ridges of the entire Appalachian range, giving rise to the Appalachian Trail.
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Appalachian National Scenic Trail, Vermont
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