Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 42 min to complete. I used crampons on the way up. Glancing south over the Appalachian Trail ascent and the South Peak. Always be prepared even if its 40 degrees in the parking lot :). I was happy to have her, so I obliged even though I like to move much faster and without stopping. A rendelkezsre ll informci : Postai cm, Telefon, Fax . This is a very popular area for hiking and snowshoeing, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. Windy and cold at the top. Snow all along and spikes needed. This peak is too close to the main peak and doesn't have enough vertical above the col to be considered a separate 4,000 footer but it is still worth the short walk to the top to check it out. Had to turn around just after we got above the treeline due to low visibility, but it was a great hike regardless! Lovely trail conditions for spikes. on official, secure websites. Unfortunately there was no view today, will be back one day to see the view! Technically, the Gorge is closed during the winter and there are no shuttle buses from the entrance to where the trail begins, but it's a perfect opportunity for For the point to point option first drop a car off at one end of the trail then return to the other. Joined Sep 3, 2003 Messages 1,359 Reaction score 187 Location Mansfield, MA Avatar: Mt. For example, theAconcagua mountain page has the 'Aconcagua Group' and the 'Seven Summits' asparents and is a parent itself to many routes, photos, and Trip Reports. Enjoy this 12.2-km out-and-back trail near Woodsville, New Hampshire. Met some amazing people! Not to strenuous, but def needed my poles, Great trail markings and view at top got thru it fairly easy for and made great time, Going up gorge brook was shaded and lots of water. Used microspikes for traction. The trailhead is on the eastern side of the road just past a sign for the Glencliff trail (Appalachian Trail). Perfect day on the moose. This particular trail is lightly trafficked, m Mount Moosilauke is a 4000 footer located in the White Mountain Range of New Hampshire. Couple small walled in alcoves block the wind to enjoy the warmth of the sun.Awesome day!! Washingtonand everything in between. Trail awesome. Super windy at the summit, with fog and mist. An extensive network of trails is maintained by the Dartmouth Outing Club and the White Mountain National Forest, including a portion of the Appalachian Trail. Having had my eye on this hike for quite some time, Im guilty of cherry picking a day when the views would be aplenty. The Carriage Road Trailhead, Ravine Lodge Trailhead, Glencliff Trailhead, and Beaver Brook Trailhead are the four trailheads that most day hikes on Mount Moosilauke depart from. Enjoy this 12.2-km out-and-back trail near Woodsville, New Hampshire. My punishment for being the first to arrive this morning was trail-breaking duties, a job I was happy to do but also willing to relinquish for a bit when a couple of hikers caught up. This was the easiest 4ker Ive done so far (4/48). ALLTRAILS and the AllTrails Mountain Design are registered trademarks of AllTrails, LLC in the United States as well as certain other jurisdictions. Add snow and the Glencliff Trail balances scenic charm with enough challenging terrain to keep the blood pumping. Most snow has been blown off the top or aggregated into sculture-like formations, leaving an icy path. I didnt get a clear view at the too but still had a good time. ( The recent snows been compacted, so snow shoes arent needed, I only broke through a handful of times. This is a very popular area for backpacking, camping, and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. Please explore responsibly! The view from South Peak was beautiful. Trail was packed out all the way up with the exception of some minor drifting near the summit. Mere feet before the junction is a .02-mile side trail leading to the South Peak, which is worth the jaunt on a clear day. Highly recommend!. Hiked it this morning with my dog and had a blast. More. $555,000. I considered going through beaver brook but I did not regret going trough gorge brook instead. Beautiful hike, we only had spikes but snowshoes would have been helpful today. Without them, a hard hike becomes a REALLY hard hike. Mount Moosilauke NH Information category: peak coordinates: 44.0234,-71.8315 county: Grafton elevation: 4802 name (OSM): Mount Moosilauke name (TrailsNH): Mount Moosilauke NH name (Wikipedia): Mount Moosilauke name (map): Mt Moosilauke state: NH town: Benton, NH Mount Moosilauke NH Great trail, great hike. Trails going up are marked great. Summit was windy, bring windbreaker. That only narrows it down to 500 miles. Moosilauke Winter Hike (What to expect), 19 Best Places In Shawnee National Forest To Visit 2023, How To Bear Proof Campsite (14 Most Effective Ways). Moderate hike with 360 degree views up top We hiked Mount Moosilauke taking the Gorge Brook trail to the summit and then coming down via the Glencliff Trail to the Carriage Road to the Hurricane Trail and then out again on the Gorge Brook trail. The best times to visit this trail are April through October. Spikes car to car. The Ultimate Guide To An Exciting Way Of Life Learn about the Downsides Of Traveling As A Hobby. Washington and the Presidential Range in the background. Crossover to the left offers bit of break before the ascent to S. Peak. There was an issue with your submission. To get to Sanatorium Road, first travel to NH Route 25 (which runs north-south west of Moosilauke). Took about 3 hours to get up the mountain and a quick easy hike down total 4 hours! It was very windy at the top, so stopped just for a couple pictures and headed back down. No doubt, many NoBos have ascended the Glencliff Trail as if it were a mere speed bump, and, basking in the sun on Moosilaukes windswept summit, dismissed the stories of roots and rock scrambles as no match for their nearly 2,000-mile-trail-tested legs. The Beaver Brook Path, which is also part of the Appalachian Trail, is the steepest and most difficult trail to Moosilaukes peak. Snowshoes not needed at all, Mash potatoes type of hike! Read: Mt. Wow was it windy and cold on top today. Hiked on 12/18/22, thick snow all the way to the top with some breathtaking views along the way. Great signage the whole way, impossible to get lost. we fell short of making the carrage rd trail. To help in the climb, several of the toughest areas include wooden stairs and iron rungs. Would be an easy trail in other seasons but a big cardio workout in the snow. White Mountain National Forest, Pemigewasset Ranger District, Mount Moosilauke via Glencliff Trail and Appalachian Trail. The route then briefly goes below tree line before heading straight towards the summit cone. Lower section is moderate grades and good footing. If you're new to exploring the White Mountain range this will definitely be a great introduction to what it can offer. Glencliff Trailhead: Driving north, take Exit 26 off Interstate 93 for NH-25 in Plymouth. Some ice mostly snow packed but Need spikes and very windy at top. On this day in SEPTEMBER it was like winter at the summit! From here, the route gradually ascends Moosilaukes side through lovely woodland, finally crossing a succession of overlooks, one towards the Sandwich Range and others with spectacular views of Lincoln, Franconia Ridge, and the Kancamagus Highway. The Carriage Road corridor is a gradual climb lined with conifers and stuffed with snowdrifts. Wind was not too bad at the top, but I was glad to have the googles. The 3.6-mile track follows the line of a historic bridle path, which explains the trails gentle topography and even footing. Hike Mount Moosilauke via Gorge Brook Trail, Hike Mount Moosilauke via Beaver Brook Trail, Photograph Fall Foliage on the Kancamagus Highway. Fortunately there were no clouds on this day, treating those of us who drew the lucky straw with views from Vermonts Green Mountains to Mt. Carry anything in comfort (and stylishly) with an Osprey Talon/Tempest daypack, whether its extra clothing or fuel for your Moosilauke expedition. Spikes went on about a mile from south peak. Joined Jun 4, 2005 Messages 1,332 Reaction score 132 Location Plymouth, NH. It is very often close to the ravines edge. South Peak is another great example of the high elevation terrain of the White Mountains with its many specimens of wild flowers and alpine only trees. When I hiked it last fall with my little dog, I was frankly surprised at the ease of the trail I took. The Basin is just one stop on the Pemigewasset Recreational Trail that follows along I-93 through Franconia Notch. Glencliff Trail: The 3.0 mile Glencliff Trail foillows the Appalachian Trail up the southwestern face of Mount Moosilauke to South Peak, where the trail continues over the alpine zone via the Moosilauke Carriage Road to the summit. Joined Jul 20, 2011 Messages 339 Reaction score 20 Location White Mountains. . Summit area was frequently. You can only get so far up the mountain on Stoke. earlylite February 23, 2008 4000 Footers. The trail is on New Hampshire 25 most terrifying trails. Gorgeous summits at both South Peak & Moosilauke. Trail is packed and easy to hike with spikes, little bit of drift at the summit but nothing too bad, Need micro spikes. Only my 2nd 4k footer done with my friend. Couple small walled in alcoves block the wind to enjoy the warmth of the sun.Awesome day!! Trail was wet but didnt make it feel treacherous. Hike up Glencliff starts out as a slow and uneventful climb that begins to increase in elevation. Loved this hike! Many people appreciate the wealth of natural places in this part of the state. Blue bird day today! Spikes were not needed from that bottom stretch of Carriage to the finish. Minimal muddy sections and mainly a dry, leafy trail. If I wasnt pressed for time for work Secure .gov websites use HTTPS A lock Minimal muddy sections and mainly a dry, leafy trail. Trail is well packed down, summit is very windy with no visibility. For more information, please visit: How to find the trailhead: As you approach the lodge there is a fork in the road, go to the right and follow until you see a nice wooden structure on your left. Trail is dry but lots of leaves to hide the roots and rocks, so watch your step!! After that we were saddened to see that some skiers were making tracks over the alpine zone - so upsetting - and the amount of postholes increased by a lot. Fairly steep hike but lots of room to maneuver. Appalachian Trail; Join Login. You need spikes, especially on the way down; aside of this, easy hike for early winter. Head out on this 7.1-mile out-and-back trail near Glencliff, New Hampshire. I can see it getting very muddy and slippery on rainy days. The south end is located at the Flume Gorge Parking lot and the north end is at a parking lot located about a half mile off Route 93, Exit 35 which takes you onto route 3 (4412'11.3"N 7140'51.7"W). Only reason for 4 star vs 5 star was our Apple Watch and all trail map said we did 8.4ish miles vs the 7.1 this map says. The path rises 3,100 total feet in elevationaccounting for the trails multiple ups and downsover roughly 3.8 miles, climbing 2,700 feet from Beaver Brook Trailhead to Moosilaukes peak. 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