#1. Upper Ladies Bath This popular swimming spot is located right behind Hancock Campground off the Kancamagus Highway in Lincoln. Getting there: Park in the parking lot after you drive through the designated camping area. Walk back towards the campground and look for site #47 and a sign saying “RIVER.” Follow the sign for a […]
Leave Your Plans Before heading out on a hike, leave your plans with a friend or family member. Let them know what trails you intend on taking and what time to expect you to return home. Water Crossing Safety Use extreme caution when crossing over flowing waterways. Note that the water levels on rivers and […]
The AMC (Appalachian Mountain Club) has made a statement regarding the closure of all AMC High Mountain Huts for the remainder of the 2020 season. They stated that guests may rebook their trip for 2021 or move their existing reservation to another AMC facility. Guests with a lodge-to-hut trip are able to move their visit […]
It’s no secret that 2020 has started out with quite the curveball. The COVID-19 has become a worldwide pandemic and has severely altered the way we go about our daily routines in our everyday lives. With restaurants switching to carry-out only, stores and malls closing their doors, and social events being canceled including parades and […]
Spring hiking in New Hampshire’s White Mountains can be a frustrating and humbling time to spend on the trails. Snow tends to linger on the high peaks well into late May- early June, and daytime temperatures remain rather chilly. Hikers need to be prepared for postholing in soft snow and water crossings in frigid streams. […]
1. Go Cross-Country Skiing Not only does the state of New Hampshire cater to the downhill skier, but there are also dozens of great spots to cross-country ski with incredible mountain views as your back drop. The Jackson XC Ski Touring Trail system offers spectacular views of Mount Washington and the rest of the White Mountain […]
1. Mount Waumbek Waumbek is a perfect winter hike option for someone who is just starting out their winter hiking career. It is one of the easier 4K’s in New Hampshire. The Starr King trail is gradual and gentle on the knees, perfect for practicing using snowshoes while gaining elevation. This trail brings you across […]
As fall commences and old man winter is right around the corner, or switchback if you will, as always, it’s critical that you prepare, plan and educate yourself before hitting the trail. A lot of times, the autumn and winter seasons overlap one another in New Hampshire, particularly in the Whites. Snow is recorded on the […]
1. Bald Mountain + Artist’s Bluff This easy 1.5 mile round-trip hike is the perfect family outing in the mountains to enjoy the fall foliage colors and crisp autumn air. Take the trail that loops back to Artist’s Bluff for incredible views of the foliage reflected on Echo Lake in Franconia Notch State Park. 2. […]
1. Black Cap Mountain Elevation: 2,356′ Trail: Black Cap Trail Distance: 2.3 miles (Out & Back) Difficulty: Easy Black Cap Mountain is the perfect option for those looking for a shorter, less demanding hike without sacrificing incredible views. The trail begins off Hurricane Mountain Road in Conway, a seasonal, rugged and steep road that closes before […]
