3h 15m in and out South Peek (GCPNTK) was created by kahja on 7/11/2005. Go to South Peak, its not far out of the way. Brin solid layers and enjoy. Wonderful hike especially in the winter and plenty of views! Without them, a hard hike becomes a REALLY hard hike. Beautiful views once up to S. Peak to take in. If the summit wasnt so windy Every day offered the potential for an exciting new adventure, many of which endangered the wardens lives. website belongs to an official government organization in the We snowshoed . Once you hit the junction with the Carriage Path and South Peak the trail to Moosilauke summit is quick, easy and good footing. (alternatively, take I-91 North to Exit 15, then cross back into New Hampshire to pick up 25A). So beautiful. Three of the most popular, from the three largest trailheads, are described below. Microspikes were sufficient for the whole day, no need for snow shoes. Unfortunately there was no view today, will be back one day to see the view! Summit area was frequently. There is a $5.00 day use parking pass required. Irritating. Cool temps and light winds. The best times to visit this trail are May through October. Route finding was a little difficult above tree line near the summit because of the heavy cloud cover. Had to turn around just after we got above the treeline due to low visibility, but it was a great hike regardless! At 3.3 miles, the trail opens onto the exposed alpine zone and continue 0.4 miles to the summit of Mount Moosilauke. The last .9 had a lot of standing water to get through and the summit was beyond windy.. We were getting blown around like rag dolls Still a great day to be outside! Despite the fact that none of the buildings are still standing today, interested hikers may still locate relics of these historic structures if they look hard enough. 2miles up microspikes were needed as the ice was hard. I can see it getting very muddy and slippery on rainy days. A little wet, due to all the rain but nothing dangerous. This hike is much closer to 8.0 miles than Alltrails 7.1. Some ice mostly snow packed but Need spikes and very windy at top. Snapper is 95% ice free. Of course all of this gets changed by the new snow falling now ( for the last 8 hrs or so) and the rain to follow. lots of ppl with dogs if your wondering about bringing your dog. Snowshoes not needed at all, Mash potatoes type of hike! The Mt. Saturday 01/16/2010 Trail Conditions: Packed snow most of the way up Glencliff. A little wet from all the rain, but still great.. Dinner is provided in a family-style setting. In the fall, it's almost impossible not to stop at every turn-off on the scenic highway as it winds through the mountains beneath a covering of vibrant foliage. Conditions perfect for early November hike. Nicknamed "The Gentle Giant," Moosilauke tops out at just over 4,800 feet above sea level. To the right, the spur trail travels 0.2 miles to South Peak (4,523). Benton (NH), Warren (NH), Woodstock (NH). Route finding was a little difficult above tree line near the summit because of the heavy cloud cover. She made it to the end of the trail in Maine. The Glencliff Trail is often used to ascend Moosilauke in an out-and-back fashion. The hike begins on an old farming road that skirts around a couple of fields and crosses a small brook before entering the woods at the junction of the Glencliff and Hurricane trails. Great mountain so far one of my favorite 48 4000 footers!! We were lucky that someone had broken the trail ahead of us, otherwise we wouldnt have known where to go - other than the start and finish, there are no markings at all! (directions below) Gorge Brook Trail | 7.2 miles round trip | 2,550 feet elevation gain Its just under a mile to the summit from here, with each step taking you more into the alpine zone and more exposed to the weather as the krumholz gives way to bare rock until terminating at Moosilaukes brilliant orange summit marker. Had to walk an extra 3/4 of a mile to get to the trial head. Moosilauke Ravine Lodge. Similarly, even in the dog days of July, a puffy coat is frequently appreciated on Moosilaukes top. I used crampons on the way up. As an intermediate moderate paced hiker, I was averaging 1.6-2.0mph and finished at my car in 4.5 hours. Parked about a half mile up the road - gate kept us from going any further. Snowshoes are a must after the first mile or so. These awesome businesses support our goal of connecting people to outdoor adventures! The route gently twists through a low-height forest for the first 1.25 miles, past pines and birches and gradually climbing in elevation until crossing the Baker River and meeting with the Snapper Trail. The Flume Gorge in Franconia State Park is beautiful year round and every season has it's unique benefits. From here, the route joins the Benton Trail for the last half-mile push to the summit through the alpine zone and through big cairns. COVID-19 UPDATE: Due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation, the Moosilauke Ravine Lodge and its facilities remain closed to the public until further notice. Phone (May-Oct only): (603) 989-0040. Pleasant in the trees. Secure .gov websites use HTTPS A lock During the summer, the Flume is a highly frequented tourist destination and is usually crowded with groups of kids and families. Microspikes required, I had mine on the entire way. South Peak was easy to add on, but no views there either on this day. Glencliff Trailhead: Driving north, take Exit 26 off Interstate 93 for NH-25 in Plymouth. Trail to South Peak is steep, rocky and narrow but short (0.15 miles). 741 Jerusalem Rd, Canaan, NH 03741. Lodge is closed and parking is very limited so be mindful. My GPS was 7.46 and I confirmed with the Dartmouth Hut personnel that as mapped this is a 7.5 mile loop. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas. Be mindful of dogs bc mines paws were pretty chilly near the top but he warmed up on the way down. the peak is bald so there is plenty of room to just enjoy the views- they are spectacular views both on Moosilauke and the south peak. Washington and the Presidential Range in the background. Trail was in excellent condition with no bugs. This is the first climb above the treeline for northbound Appalachian Trail hikers. Be the first to leave a review! The trail continues 0.4 miles through the open alpine area to the summit of Mount Moosilauke. All the excuses lol but I think people hype this one up too much, right now Lincoln/Lafayette has been my favorite! The summit peaks at 4,802 feet with a prominence of 2,933 feet.If you're new to exploring the White Mountain range this will definitely be a great introduction to what it can offer. Highlight trail segments by permitted use(s). Experience this 11.4-km out-and-back trail near Glencliff, New Hampshire. 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. This is a very popular area for hiking and snowshoeing, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. A tenth of a mile from the trailhead off High Street in Benton, the Glencliff Trail joins the Appalachian Trail, marked by white blazes. Moosilauke. Drive back down and find a parking space on the right side of the road (the western downhill side, closest to the Lodge and Mount Moosilauke). The Appalachian trail's over 2000 miles. Glancing south over the Appalachian Trail ascent and the South Peak. This is my favorite winter approach; despite it having the greatest elevation gain of any approach to the summit, it is the shortest approach in winter and allows one to traverse the beautiful ridgeline between south and north peak. Moosilauke (Winter) Written by: allison Allison is the founder of trailtosummit.com which she began as a way to track and share her first round of the NH 4000 Footers. Not a lot of water but enough for our dogs to get a drink. Fairly steep hike but lots of room to maneuver. Please explore responsibly! Trail, and Hurricane Trail in Moosilauke region of the White Mountains of NH. Barely any snow down low. On clear days, the summit of Moosilauke provides sweeping panoramic views of the Green Mountains to the west and the rest of the White Mountains to the east. Before merging with the Beaver Brook Trail/Appalachian Trail, hikers on the Benton Trail are treated to spectacular vistas of the Kinsmans and Little Tunnel Brook Ravine. High winds around the summit but protected from it for the most part. According to officials, family members said Roy Sanford, 66, planned to take an. ( gasps . 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. A fun snowy hike, spikes definitely recommended. Please try again. Snow shoes def not needed. Log in or create an account below to unlock all the great features of Trail Finder: keep track of trails you want to do, preserve memories of trails youve done, earn badges, and more! Such a rewarding view at the top today! Nice and dry on a perfect fall day! Cold on the top earlylite February 23, 2008 4000 Footers. . 9/16/22 Moosilauke 14/48 Started early and going was tough before trail was broken in. Fresh snow, snowshoes the whole way! Starr King, Saddleback Mountain Hike via the Appalachian Trail (Route 4). A great hike! Till : Lokalizci Till : Orszg Franciaorszg, Rgi Hauts-de-France, Dpartement Oise. Always practice Leave No Trace ethics on your 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. Great views from the top! Dog enjoyed the running water half way up the trail. It's a Small size geocache, with difficulty of 1, terrain of 3.5. Amazing hike. Super clear at the summit with a 20 to 25 sustained NW. Beautiful day. 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