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3,990 ft
Distance
9 ft
Climb
-261 ft
Descent
00:06:26
Avg time
-252 ft
Altitude change
1,483 ft
Altitude min
1,736 ft
Altitude max
1,736 ft
Altitude start
1,483 ft
Altitude end
-6.3%
Grade
-21.7%
Grade max
5.5%
Grade min
417 ft
Distance climb
2,841 ft
Distance down
732 ft
Distance flat
00:06:26
Avg time

Upper Fusters Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
    • Snowshoe
  • Riding Area
    Green Mountain Trails
    Pittsfield, Vermont
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    80 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 95 in E-Biking
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 85 in Hiking
    • 5 in Snowshoeing
  • Global Ranking
    #42533 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #26954 in E-Biking
    • #275274 in Trail Running
    • #77390 in Hiking
    • #7338 in Snowshoeing
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    XC
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
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  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1

The old way to start Fuster’s was simply to bomb down the fall line on the washed out skidder road, which I must admit is its own kind of fun, but probably best relegated to the past.

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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 3 rides
  • 7 miles average
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  • 65 rides
  • 16 miles avg distance
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  • 513 rides
  • Last: Sep 6, 2026
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        Directions to upper-fusters trailhead (43.761320, -72.801600)

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        Frequently Asked Questions About Upper Fusters

        Where is Upper Fusters located?
        Upper Fusters is located in Green Mountain Trails, Pittsfield, Vermont, United States. It is part of the Green Mountain Trails trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 43.76132, -72.8016.
        How hard is Upper Fusters?
        Upper Fusters is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 6.3%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
        What is the elevation gain for Upper Fusters?
        Upper Fusters has 9 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 261 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,483 ft to 1,736 ft.
        Is Upper Fusters a point to point trail?
        Yes, Upper Fusters is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
        How long is Upper Fusters?
        Upper Fusters is 3,990 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        Are dogs allowed on Upper Fusters?
        There is no information about dogs being allowed on Upper Fusters. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
        How do I access Upper Fusters? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Upper Fusters are: View all parking locations in the area.
        How long does it take to ride Upper Fusters?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 6 minutes to ride Upper Fusters. The trail is 3,990 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        How busy is Upper Fusters?
        Upper Fusters is a very popular trail. There have been 1,665 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 1,812 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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