This route runs to the east and north through East Poultney village and along the west side of Bird Mountain, known locally as Birdseye Mountain. It features two long climbs, both of which offer good views.
The first climb includes a three mile section on Ames Hollow Road, a 4th class road that has a one mile section of very rough road, one of the toughest in the area. When the rough road ends you are rewarded with a good view of Bird Mountain to the north and a great downhill run.
The second climb to Pond Hill Ranch rewards you with expansive views to the west toward the southern Adirondacks. The route then features a long downhill run to Route 140 where you return to Poultney.