Camel's Hump State Forest--The Morrison Place/Stevens Block

Camel's Hump State Forest--The Morrison Place/Stevens Block

4048 VT-17 Starksboro, Vermont 05487

Camel's Hump State Forest Official Website

Tips for Birding

Spanning 3 towns in as many counties (Buells Gore, Starksboro, and Fayston), this 625-acre parcel has been known by locals as The Morrison Place for over a century. Granted to the state in 1936 by Alvah Stevens, the state refers to it as The Stevens Block. By any name, it is a rare gem for birding high in the foothills of the Green Mountains.
From Green Mountain Audubon Society article, The Morrison Place, by Ali Wagner.

About this Location

This hotspot is in the Stevens Block of Camel's Hump State Forest and is located east of VT-17. There is a parking area a short distance from the highway. There is no sign at the access road. Look for the street number (4840) on the highway. Follow the entrance road across a small bridge. Hike beyond the gate on the road and explore unmarked trails around beaver ponds. 

About Camel's Hump State Forest

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Camel’s Hump State Forest consists of two separate “blocks”. The Howe Block is a popular destination for mountain bikers. The Steven’s Block gets very few visitors. Its lower elevations are managed for wildlife habitat and timber management, while on the ridge, the Long Trail traverses the property.

The lower elevations of Stevens Block are managed in cooperation with an active group of volunteers. With the guidance of our foresters, they have helped enhance habitats for a variety of wildlife species.

The Howe Block is a popular destination for mountain bikers with approximately seven miles of trail that link in to additional trails on private land. These trails are managed in cooperation with the Mad River Riders, a local chapter of the Vermont Mountain Bike Association. Check out the Mad River Riders website for more information about riding in the area.

Camel’s Hump State Forest is managed as part of the Camel’s Hump Management Unit. The Agency of Natural Resources has recently completed an update of the Long-Range Management Plan for the Camel’s Hump Management Unit.

The iconic summit of Camel’s Hump is actually part of Camel’s Hump State Park.

Features

  • Restrooms on site

  • Wheelchair accessible trail

  • Entrance fee

Content from Camel's Hump State Forest Official Website

Last updated January 15, 2024

Map from eBird Checklist
Jennifer Garrett-Ostermiller