This is a very popular area for hiking and snowshoeing, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. From here the Glencliff Trail gains the bald popular summit of Mt. The best times to visit this trail are April through October. It's located in New Hampshire, United States.The cache is an orange gatorade powder container with the usual contents. Absolutely breathtaking view. Moosilauke via the Glencliff Trail (also the Appalachian Trail) was just beginning, and already it was hard not to love this idyllic winter hike. Gate is close- so add .8 miles to get to the trail head. This was my top 3 day on the Moose A 4am start and hit the summit for first light. conditions to icy to safely make it. The Appalachian trail's over 2000 miles. Highly recommend!. Glencliff, NH 03238. The Outbound works best with JavaScript enabled. Was surprised by some winter at the summit this morning!! The view from South Peak was beautiful. Your log in attempt was not successful. Till : Lokalizci Till : Orszg Franciaorszg, Rgi Hauts-de-France, Dpartement Oise. There is a $5.00 day use parking pass required. A treeless summit that offers panoramic views of Franconia Ridge and the Kinsmans to the north. The Glencliff trail was a persistent steady incline the entire 3.2 miles up to Carriage Road trail. Snapper trail was minimally packed, snowshoes essential. From here you are going to descend to the South Peak and then head down the Old Carraige Road to the Snap trail back to the Trailhead. If you've left a second car at the Glencliff Trail parking or you plan to hitch back, continue 0.2 miles out to Sanitarium Road, otherwise return via the same route . Trail crampons stayed on the pack and the snow shoes stayed in the truck. Couple small brook crossings with all the rain weve had but nothing too bad. We were above the clouds at the summit, truly spectacular. adventures and follow local regulations. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas. Please explore responsibly! Hike Mount Moosilauke via Gorge Brook Trail, Hike Mount Moosilauke via Beaver Brook Trail, Photograph Fall Foliage on the Kancamagus Highway. Fun trail! Windy and cold at the top. This is a very popular area for backpacking, camping, and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. Eventually the Glencliff Trail kisses the roundabout approach goodbye and turns straight up the slope. Carriage Rd over to Moosilauke is flat for the most part leading up to the enormous bald peak and just incredible views all around. (1). A lot of snow, perfect for snowshoeing! Because Glencliff is part of the Appalachian Trail, hikers may well spot some thru-hikers as they head north toward Maine's Mt. Trail was excellent - spikes all the way with no problem. Beautiful views and a very beautiful day, except having to listen to a pack of coyotes for the entire ascent to South Peak. Mt Moosilauke via Glencliff Trail (7/25/25) Cloudy morning with summits in and out of the clouds. The ascent was very steady, for the most part barely felt the climb. Beautiful day. It was very windy at the top, so stopped just for a couple pictures and headed back down. Trail awesome. Three of the most popular, from the three largest trailheads, are described below. This is a very popular area for hiking, skiing, and snowshoeing, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. Went for a day hike, it was beautiful, like a winter wonderland. once you get to the top though it's got some amazing 360 degree views. You made it all the way to the bottom. Total whiteout conditions, high winds, and gusts that could knock us over. Some ice mostly snow packed but Need spikes and very windy at top. The summit peaks at 4,802 feet with a prominence of 2,933 feet. 3h 15m in and out Blue bird day today! Windy and cold at the top. Went up Glencliff Trail with friends to nab my 11th NH48 winter season. 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! Mount Moosilauke (4,802') is an iconic broad-summited mountain that stands largely apart from other Four Thousand Footers in the White Mountain Region. Great trail, still fun in the rain without the scenic views its known for! Your email address will not be published. The trailhead is on the right about a mile up the road. Views were phenomenal! It was well packed on the way up - spikes would be ok. Carriage Road ( excellent for skiers) was consolidated as was Snapper to some degree - snowshoes. Hikers wishing to create a loop trek out of the Gorge Brook Trail and the Carriage Road may enjoy the 1.1-mile Snapper Trail. Not to mention Moosilaukes open, rock-speckled summit can be both spectacular and sinister depending on the fickle whims of Mother Nature. The trail is on New Hampshire 25 most terrifying trails. There are sig Driving the Kancamagus Highway is something you can do as a wayto cross the White Mountain National Forest quickly from I-93 in the east toConway, or it can be an entire day's activity. There are sig Driving the Kancamagus Highway is something you can do as a wayto cross the White Mountain National Forest quickly from I-93 in the east toConway, or it can be an entire day's activity. Ascending Moosilauke via the Glencliff Trail is typically done as an out-and-back. Both Lincoln and Woodstock, New Hampshire, are within 15-20 minutes of all three. High winds around the summit but protected from it for the most part. $555,000. Ended up putting them on 1/2 way up Gorge. Secure .gov websites use HTTPS A lock Rescuers recovered his. There are multiple ways to climb Moosilauke providing opportunities for loop or point-to-point hikes. 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. Beaver Brook Trailhead: From Interstate 93, take 32 for NH-112 in Lincoln. Trail was packed out all the way up with the exception of some minor drifting near the summit. This is the first climb above the treeline for northbound Appalachian Trail hikers. Trail to South Peak is steep, rocky and narrow but short (0.15 miles). At a Glance General Information Directions: Located on the Benton State Forest 1.2 miles from NH Rte. Snow shoes def not needed. According to officials, family members said Roy Sanford, 66, planned to take an. Summit was windy, bring windbreaker. Clear skies and low wind today. Careful parking at Glencliff, very icy in the lot, Pretty deep soft snow all the way up with more at the top --- show shoes are a really good idea. We were gonna do a loop, but the weather was so bad we had to turn around at the top. 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. There are lots of vistas along the road, particularly west into Vermonts Green Mountainstry to see Camels Hump and Mount Mansfield on the horizon. You will also be able to find numerous exciting opportunities offered by these trails. The first two miles gradually ascend the mountain with a fair amount of horizontal hiking. Moosilauke (Glencliff, Carriage Road) Thread starter dailey7779; Start date Mar 13, 2015; dailey7779 Member. Couldn't quickly find the trail to the other part of the loop, and nobody wanted to stay up there longer than a few minutes. Great signage the whole way, impossible to get lost. Kutsa is attempting another thruhike (something about heights) and they are going about as slow as me since Kutsa's getting over an illness. To the right, the spur trail travels 0.2 miles to South Peak (4,523). Moosilauke The broad open summit of Mount Moosilauke is home to the largest alpine area in the White Mountains beyond the Presidential Range. Spikes went on about a mile from south peak. Head west on NH-25 for 24 miles, then turn right onto High Street in Warren. A little wet, due to all the rain but nothing dangerous. From the turnaround at the end of Ravine Lodge Road, the trail follows a logging road for 100 yards, then turns left to descend and cross the Baker River. A little wet, due to all the rain but nothing dangerous. Nicknamed "The Gentle Giant," Moosilauke tops out at just over 4,800 feet above sea level. It was clear and the sunrise was beautiful. Gorgeous at both summits, but Moos was in the clouds. At this junction get off the Carriage road onto the Snapper ski trail going into the thicker woods (narrower trail) to bring you back to the Ravine Lodge Trailhead. The Hurricane Trail ascends Hurricane Mountain and then descends to join the Moosilauke Carriage Rd. Mash potato trails. Moosilauke in 3.9 miles. Come on, guys. PLEASE NOTE: The trails up Mount Moosilauke are strenuous, and weather on the exposed alpine summit can be harsh and unpredictable. 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. Dog enjoyed the running water half way up the trail. The best times to visit this trail are May through October. Turns to mostly ice/packed remnants of snow after that. Head west on NH-112 / Lost River Road for 6.6 miles uphill. Parking was very full so plan to head out early! A state trooper found the man's car at the Glencliff Trailhead off High Street, and group of conservation officers was called to kick off a hasty search up the trail, where they were met by the. Be mindful of dogs bc mines paws were pretty chilly near the top but he warmed up on the way down. Perfect day on the moose. Great shape, it was the stair master 4000! The trail consists of cascades of rocks, wood-block steps and metal rungs (not all entirely in tact). After just 3 miles turn onto 118 which you will want to follow for 7.2 before turning right onto Ravine Road. To the left, the trail continues as the Moosilauke Carriage Road the 0.9 miles to the summit of Mount Moosilauke. You will want to have full face and eye coverage on most days, and when the summit is enshrouded in clouds hikers should strongly consider turning back herethree trails converge on the summit and it would be easy to get mixed up in low visibility. Hard-packed snow on the whole trail, minimal ice- we brought micro spikes but didnt use them. ( gasps . A hiker from Massachusetts was found dead on Mount Moosilauke on Monday after being reported missing Sunday night. The route quickly ascends a series of switchbacks as it approaches the peak, ultimately reaching an open area with spectacular views. Route finding was a little difficult above tree line near the summit because of the heavy cloud cover. Head west on US-25 for 20.5 miles, then bear right onto NH-118 in Warren. A great way to see some snow! Moosilauke in the town of Benton. The Beaver Brook Shelter is located 1.5 miles up the trail. Mt Moosilauke. The weather was phenomenal today - 360 degree views at the summit and it was breezy but warm with the sun. We are both in good/very good shape. Hiked up yesterday and the conditions were great! Click on a parking icon to get custom directions. was notified of an overdue hiker on Mt. Summit was clear when I arrived, but views to the north and northeast (Franconia Notch and the Pemi areas) were blocked by low clouds filling in Kinsman Notch. 3.9 miles (one way); elevation 4,802 feet This particular trail is lightly trafficked, making it ideal for the hiker seeking some degree of solitude in the wilderness. Mount Moosilauke and Mount Killington. Find adventures and camping on the go, share photos, use GPX tracks, and download maps for offline use. Experience this 11.4-km out-and-back trail near Glencliff, New Hampshire. FIND YOUR WAY OUTSIDE is a trademark of AllTrails, LLC. OK hike. 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. The summit was crowded but it was big enough for the crowds. Nice hike - snowing at the top on 10/10 with low clouds and no views. we fell short of making the carrage rd trail. Used microspikes for traction. I was super glad when it was time to turn left on Snapper Trail - much softer and pleasant. Map Information, 71 White Mountain Drive Packed layer of snow, with a few frozen patches, but could be done without spikes if very careful. Highlight trail segments by permitted use(s). In the winter, the summit can be raging with winds and extremely cold, but the . Perfect weather, very windy, at the summit the winds were strong and I had to hang out in the rocks to catch a snack and share my crackers with a chipmunk. Now on round 5 (the first round for her dog Ruckus) she has been honored to have taken part of many people's firsts. The different level of terrain has you mesmerized the whole way up. Joined Sep 3, 2003 Messages 1,359 Reaction score 187 Location Mansfield, MA Avatar: Mt. 9/16/22 Moosilauke 14/48 The recent snows been compacted, so snow shoes arent needed, I only broke through a handful of times. The dog had a great time cooling off in the running water. Beautiful hike, we only had spikes but snowshoes would have been helpful today. All in all a very enjoyable hike. Roy Sanford, 66, of Plymouth, Massachusetts, had planned to take an up and back hike on Mt. Your email address will not be published. 12/10/22 Up Gorge Brook, patchy ice the first half where you question how long you can hold out on putting spikes on. Gate was closed a mile out which added a bit of time, but otherwise very chill, no scrambling, didn't need microspikes. Lodge is closed and parking is very limited so be mindful. A fresh coat of snow, drizzled in hues of blue from the early morning light, blanketed the field at the foot of Mt. From here the Glencliff Trail gains the bald popular summit of Mt. It follows the Appalachian Trail south from Kinsman Notch on NH-112. OR. Crossover to the left offers bit of break before the ascent to S. Peak. Snapper trail was easy to follow however, there is no markings here. 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