Length: 0.8 miles one way
USGS maps: Breadloaf Quad
Max. Elevation Change: 400 feet
Hiking level: Moderate-difficult
Amount of use: Heavy
Other trail uses: Snowshoeing
Average hike time: 45 min. – 1 ¼ hrs. one way
Use restrictions: No horses, mountain bikes, or motorized vehicles
From Middlebury Gap, follow the Long Trail north into the Breadloaf Wilderness as it rises quickly to the junction with the Silent Cliff Trail at 0.4 miles. Take the spur trail east for 0.4 miles to Silent Cliff and Silent Cave. From the Cliffs there are good views south of Middlebury Gap. Monastery Gap, and the Green Mountains.
From Middlebury, follow Route 7 south to the junction with Route 125. Follow Route 125 east for 9.2 miles to the top of Middlebury Gap. Trailhead parking is located on the right. The Long Trail north is on the opposite side of Route 125.
From Rochester, follow Route 100 north to the junction with Route 125. Follow Route 125 west for 6.2 miles to the top of Middlebury Gap. Trailhead parking is located on the left. The Long Trail north is on the opposite side of Route 125.
Food and Services: Middlebury and Rochester restaurants and fuel stations
For all Emergencies: 911
911 Information: The trailhead is in the Town of Hancock on Route 125