Nichols Ledge, near Cabot, Vermont, offers an unspoiled and unparalleled vista of Nichols Lake.
At 1,707 feet in elevation, Nichols Ledge presents exceptional scenery of not just Nichols Lake, but of East Long Pond, Woodbury Mountain, and the Worcester Range of the Green Mountains.
Nichols Ledge is located in Cabot, the namesake of an amorous union of Lyman Hitchcock, an officer in the Continental Army, and Sophia Cabot. Only after Hitchcock had acquired the property in Vermont through a grant was the marriage approved by Sophia’s father.
The village’s claim to fame is being home to the Cabot Creamery, reportedly the “Makers of the World’s Best Cheddar.” It’s also well known for the Cabot Fall Festival, part of the broader Northeast Kingdom Fall Foliage Festival, that offers guided hikes to the ledge.
Tim Putnam
Hello. Nichols ledge is in Woodbury, not Cabot. It would be great if the article would mention to respect the nesting signs so the falcons can enjoy it as well.
Sharon
Thank you for your information. We have a 25 ft RV, and would like to know if we could drive it to the trail head of Nichols Ledge? Thank you in advance for your help, and best regards!
Pat Cox
No, the parking is limited
Pat Cox
Please do not forget that this is private property, not state managed land. So please do not mark the trail with tape or paint and take your trash away with you.
Tim Putnam
Thank you Pat for that comment. My family has owned this land since mid 1800’s. Like to keep it in good condition.
Karen Larsen
An informational update (Spring 2024). Nichols Ledge and the forest approach trail are CLOSED until August 1st for pergrine nesting season. Although we welcome you to Cabot, Eclipse viewers (April 8th) will NOT have access to the Ledge as Coit’s Pond Road to parking area will also be closed April 7th-April 9th.