The Trek on Instagram: "Hiking 272 miles across Vermont, from Massachusetts all the way to Canada. How hard is the Long Trail, and is it REALLY worth it? This October, I finished a thru-hike of Vermont’s Long Trail. Those who have hiked out east in the fall can imagine the general vibe of this trek: stunning fall leaves, crisp mornings, and tons of maple-flavored snacks in towns. But what about the specifics? I tracked everything from my daily mileage and total budget to my mood on trail. Let’s