Orford, New Hampshire
Top Spots in and near Orford
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Hart's Location, New Hampshire
Hike to Frankenstein Cliffs
4.35 mi / 1400 ft gainThe Frankenstein Cliff trailhead is located in Crawford Notch State Park directly off of Route 302. If you're traveling from the south (Bartlett/North Conway) the parking lot for the trailhead is on your left hand side about 12 miles from Bartlett. There are signs for Arethusa Falls/Frankenstein ...Read more -
Arethusa Falls Road, New Hampshire
Snowshoe to Arethusa Falls via Bemis Brook Trail
2.8 mi / 853 ft gainArethusa Falls is a popular hike in the White Mountains, and come winter it is a popular spot for ice climbing. The falls are located in Crawford Notch State Park and is the tallest waterfall in New Hampshire (between 140-200 feet). Following the Bemis Brook Trail to Arethusa Falls will add a few...Read more -
Mendon, Vermont
Hike to Killington Peak
5.03.4 miThe trail head (Bucklin Trail) is found a couple of miles up Wheelerville Road on the left. Wheerlerville is a dirt road that will be muddy in the spring and summer. The drive is long enough that you will think you did something wrong, but you haven't! the trail head will eventually pop up.The tr...Read more -
Carroll, New Hampshire
Mount Willard
5.03.07 mi / 958 ft gainThis hike begins at the trailhead behind Crawford Depot. The first 1/4 mile of the trail is relatively level. You will cross two small streams before the trail begins to steepen. For much of the trek up to the top of the mountain you will be following an abandoned carriage road. Along the sid...Read more -
Crawford Notch Road, New Hampshire
Hike to the Summits of Mt. Jackson and Mt. Pierce
8 mi / 5000 ft gainFrom I93 take exit 35 onto rt 3. Follow that until you get to a four way intersection. Take a right onto rt 302 and follow that until you see an AMC information building on the right. Drive past the parking lot about 500 feet and park on the left right after the lake.From there take the Webster ...Read more -
Crawford Notch Road, New Hampshire
Snowshoe Mount Pierce
6.4 mi / 2500 ft gainThe hike begins right across from the AMC Highland Center, which is great because you can utilize their spacious parking lot! Once you locate the trailhead, the elevation begins almost immediately. Begin on the Crawford Connector Trail for 0.4 miles.You will come to a foot bridge over Gibbs Brook...Read more -
Crawford Notch Road, New Hampshire
Hike the Tom, Field, Willey and Avalon Traverse
10.2 mi / 3300 ft gainFor hikers en route to climbing the 67 4,000 footers of Northern New England, or for those looking for a day-long mini-adventure, this four-peaks-in-one traverse is a spectacular must. Mount Tom, Mount Field, and Mount Willey are all above 4,000 feet, and Mount Avalon caps at 3,442 feet. The tota...Read more -
Crawford Notch Road, New Hampshire
Snowshoe Mount Jackson
5.2 mi / 2300 ft gainThe hike starts across the street from the AMC Highland Center on route 302, which means there is plenty of parking and when you finish there is a fireplace and snacks to warm up with! It starts at the Webster Jackson trailhead and after 1.4 miles breaks off onto the Jackson trail. At that point ...Read more -
Albany, New Hampshire
Champney Falls - Bolles Chocura Loop
5.09.18 mi / 2904 ft gainChampney Falls - Bolles Chocura Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Lincoln, New Hampshire.Read more -
Carroll, New Hampshire
Hike Mt. Pierce
5.06.2 mi / 2412 ft gainMount Pierce (elevation 4312 ft.) is part of the Presidential Region in the White Mountain National Forest. Upon reaching the summit, you will be rewarded with 360 degree views of the surrounding mountains. To begin your hike, park at the Crawford Connector Trailhead. You will follow the Crawfo...Read more -
Jackson Webster Trail, New Hampshire
Hike Mount Jackson
4.5 mi / 2109 ft gainThe Jackson Webster trailhead is located on Crawford Notch Road a little ways down from the AMC Highland Center where they have bathrooms, food, a store, info, etc. There's a parking lot at the Center as well as a smaller lot right across from the trailhead. These lots often get filled up but you...Read more -
Jefferson, New Hampshire
Hiking at Pondicherry Wildlife Refuge
4.5As hiking in the White Mountain area goes, this is a pretty easy one. This is a family friendly hike along a rail trail and well maintained forest trails. The main attraction here isn't the difficultly. The main attraction here is the spectacular views and the abundant wildlife.This trail begi...Read more -
Waterbury Center, Vermont
Hike Mt. Hunger
5.04.2 mi / 2263 ft gainMt Hunger stands at 3540 ft and face Vermont's tallest mountain, Mt Mansfield. At 45 min drive from Burlington, this is a challenging out and back hike. The views it offers and the waterfalls you will find along the path, makes it a good alternative to the overcrowded trails of Mt Mansfield. Th...Read more -
Albany, New Hampshire
Rocky Gorge Scenic Area Loop
2 mi / 266 ft gainA beautiful area of the Kancamagus Highway, the Rocky Gorge section is home to rushing rapids and scenic lakes. When visiting in the fall the colors are amazing however be ready for traffic and more crowds. This location has a parking lot and walking trails along the river to multiple viewpoints.Read more -
Gilford, New Hampshire
Hike the Lockes Hill Trail
4.01.8 mi / 419 ft gainThis trail, beginning at a parking lot adjacent to the lake, leads to one of the best views of Lake Winnipesaukee. Although not very high in elevation, it is one of the tallest crests in the area, providing some of the best views, and the actual hike is not challenging in most conditions. Due to ...Read more -
Duxbury, Vermont
Camel's Hump Summit via Monroe Trail
4.86.22 mi / 2572 ft gainYou'll begin your Monroe Trail hike at approximately 1500', parking in one of three designated gravel lots along Camel's Hump Road in Duxbury. This trail is 6.8 miles round trip, and gains approximately 2583' in elevation. It is located on the east side of the mountain. Much of your hike will ...Read more