Moosilauke 1/31/08. Wore microspikes and was fine. Becomes patchy ice on the summit. Visit the. Email: HikersWelcome@yahoo.com. Moosilauke Via the Appalachian Trail and Glencliff Trail, Winter Hike Mt. 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. Moosilauke via the Beaver Brook Trail by Daren Worcester7 Distance: 7.6 miles round trip Time: 6-8 hours round trip Difficulty: Sign the Will Recommended Gear: Hiking Boots or Trail Runners; Trekking Poles The Beaver Brook Trail on Mt. Moosilauke via Glencliff Trail, 4/26/2008. Thread starter poison ivy; Start date Jun 27, 2004; poison ivy Well-known member. Some muddy sections but no snow or ice yet (as of 11-6-22). I was super glad when it was time to turn left on Snapper Trail - much softer and pleasant. Roy Sanford, 66, of Plymouth, Massachusetts, had planned to take an up and back hike on Mt. Now on round 5 (the first round for her dog Ruckus) she has been honored to have taken part of many people's firsts. South peak great view and worth the short spur. White Mountain National Forest, Pemigewasset Ranger District, Mount Moosilauke via Glencliff Trail and Appalachian Trail. The trail consists of cascades of rocks, wood-block steps and metal rungs (not all entirely in tact). Even in February, the day after winter storm Nemo, there wasnt a lot of snow in the lower elevations and it wasnt uncommon for my snowshoes to grind across a rock. The north. Hikers will observe that the birches give way to smaller pines as they continue down the Carriage Road, with occasional vistas to their right and rear. Micro spikes on the entire hike Snow shoes def not needed. Read: Mt. At the height of land, turn left into the parking area for the Beaver Brook Trailhead. Hike up Glencliff starts out as a slow and uneventful climb that begins to increase in elevation. Roy Sanford, 66, of Plymouth, MA had planned to take an up and back hike on Mt. adventures and follow local regulations. Of note: for the better part of the hike up the west side trail, all we could hear was the screech and howling of a pack of coyotes! Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas. Hikers on the Beaver Brook Trail may stop at J.L. Looking north over Mt. 5-7 hours (round trip) All the excuses lol but I think people hype this one up too much, right now Lincoln/Lafayette has been my favorite! From the trailhead, the trail rises extremely steeply along the Beaver Brook Cascades. Well maintained and well marked. OR. A few spots on Glencliff where the ice was showing through on step-up-rocks. connected to the .gov website. The summit was crowded but it was big enough for the crowds. Trail: Beaver Brook, Glencliff, Moosilauke Trail Difficulty: Difficult Distance: 7.6 miles Elevation Gain: 3,100 feet Duration: 4-7 hours More Hiking Information: Hiking Mount Moosilauke. (alternatively, take I-91 North to Exit 15, then cross back into New Hampshire to pick up 25A). Katahdin or southward towards Georgia's Springer Mountain since Glencliff is part of the Appalachian Trail. As an intermediate moderate paced hiker, I was averaging 1.6-2.0mph and finished at my car in 4.5 hours. 2miles up microspikes were needed as the ice was hard. Benton (NH), Warren (NH), Woodstock (NH). The Carriage Roads rise starts in a pleasant manner. Parents refers to a larger category under which an object falls. The hike is about 4 miles, mostly straight up hill for the first 3, but so very rewarding! 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. 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. At the base of the mountain, Dartmouth's College's historic Ravine Lodge offers day-use hiker service and lodging on a reservation basis. Gate is close- so add .8 miles to get to the trail head. Higher up its all hard pack. Around the 3-mile point, the route crosses a small offshoot trail towards South Peak, which you should check out if you have time, and then nearly immediately rejoin the Carriage Road. A little wet from all the rain, but still great.. Hikers begin their adventure on the Carriage Road at a tiny gravel lot on Breezy Point Road known for the Merrill Mountain Home, the Breezy Point House, and the Moosilauke Inn, among others. Great trail, still fun in the rain without the scenic views its known for! Very nice trail, overall well indicated. Trails from the lodge are open for use. The route quickly ascends a series of switchbacks as it approaches the peak, ultimately reaching an open area with spectacular views. Always be prepared even if its 40 degrees in the parking lot :). The Beaver Brook Shelter is located 1.5 miles up the trail. Fresh snow, snowshoes the whole way! An official website of the Good one for dogs, too. This is a popular trail for hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. Spikes were not needed from that bottom stretch of Carriage to the finish. Cairns are plenty big just to socked in to see from one to the next. Carriage Rd over to Moosilauke is flat for the most part leading up to the enormous bald peak and just incredible views all around. Spikes are perfect, no snowshoes necessary as of today. Was surprised by some winter at the summit this morning!! Glencliff, NH 03238. 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. 12/10/22 Up Gorge Brook, patchy ice the first half where you question how long you can hold out on putting spikes on. Snow shoes highly recommended. The ascent of Mt. Joined Jul 20, 2011 Messages 339 Reaction score 20 Location White Mountains. This is a very popular area for hiking, skiing, and snowshoeing, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. So worth the effort. The Carriage Road shortly after the intersection with the Glencliff Trail. There are also several very steep sections on loose rock. 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. The 3.6-mile track follows the line of a historic bridle path, which explains the trails gentle topography and even footing. 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. Alot of new powder on the trail! Beautiful day, winds, conditions, bugs werent too bad. The track begins on Sanatorium Road and is very easy for the first mile, passing through grassy fields before gradually climbing into wooded terrain with golden birches and hemlocks. The trail features impressive vistas and eye-catching wildflowers, which might even help you take your mind off the elevation gain. 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. 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. The Outdoor Research Ascendant (mens/ womens) has permeable insulation thats ideal for days when youre scrambling back down below treelined and need to keep warm. There are multiple ways to climb Moosilauke providing opportunities for loop or point-to-point hikes. Very windy at the summit. There is a large cairn marking the summit and you may be able to discern the foundation of an old summit hotel. You need spikes, especially on the way down; aside of this, easy hike for early winter. Tra. Come on, guys. Beautiful bluebird day. 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. Beautiful day with typical higher winds at the summit but calm and warm otherwise - terrific conditions. Its one of the Whites greatest sub-peaks! Not my favorite trail, but it wasnt terrible either. To get to Sanatorium Road, first travel to NH Route 25 (which runs north-south west of Moosilauke). Beautiful day. Minimal muddy sections and mainly a dry, leafy trail. Conditions were perfect. The route then briefly goes below tree line before heading straight towards the summit cone. Required fields are marked *. Grateful to have hiked this season, grateful to move my body, and grateful to be outdoors. If you make the loop, dont forget to stop at Moosilaukes South Peak. 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). Trail awesome. My GPS was 7.46 and I confirmed with the Dartmouth Hut personnel that as mapped this is a 7.5 mile loop. 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. Lovely trail conditions for spikes. The picture here is the ascent up South Peak from this junction, the other is looking down the carriage road in summer. United States. A little wet, due to all the rain but nothing dangerous. Views were phenomenal! The trailheads for Carriage Road and Ravine Lodge are both along NH Route 118, while the Beaver Brook Trailhead is on NH Route 112. Great trail. The trail itself isnt any worse off from the storm as theres currently only one blowdown that presents any sort of obstacle. The route continues for another half-mile into the alpine zone, led by spectacular cairns, to the rocky peak of Moosilauke. The Moosilauke Ravine Lodge, which offers food and accommodations to hikers, is situated in the valley on the southeast side of the mountain. Beaver Brook Trail (12,6 km aller-retour) : Le sentier Beaver Brook est une randonne difficile et, si vous ne faites pas attention, facile de faire une chute fatidique en raison du sentier passant sur des . Gorgeous at both summits, but Moos was in the clouds. But microspikes would have worked just fine. Snapper trail was minimally packed, snowshoes essential. Be the first to share your experience. Would do it again in a heartbeat, just wish I had brought my ski mask. The Beaver Brook Path crosses with a small side trail leading to the Beaver Brook Shelter after approximately 1.5 miles, marking the conclusion of the sharpest ascent. Enjoy this 12.4-mile loop trail near Woodsville, New Hampshire. White Mountain National Forest, Pemigewasset Ranger District, https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/whitemountain/conditions/?cid=STELPRDB5183538. This trail is great for backpacking, hiking, and running, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. Trail was wet but didnt make it feel treacherous. United States government. There were a lot of frozen patches especially on the west side of the hill prepare with proper equipment. More. Not a lot of water but enough for our dogs to get a drink. The Glencliff Trail, which is just 4 miles long and gains around 3,300 feet in elevation to Moosilaukes peak, is an excellent route to explore the south-west side of Moosilauke. Mount Moosilauke is a picturesque mountain in the state of New Hampshire. Three of the most popular, from the three largest trailheads, are described below. Ended up with. 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! The spur to south peak was probably the iciest part of the hike but micros had no problem with it. fetching water August 27, 2002 Ore Hill Shelter to the Hikers Welcome Hostel Today's Miles: 7.4 Trip Miles: 138.5 | Credit: Tim Peck Trails Less Traveled Beautiful views and a very beautiful day, except having to listen to a pack of coyotes for the entire ascent to South Peak. Hike to the site of a 1942 aircraft crash below the Asquam Ridge Trail in search of history. The view from South Peak was beautiful. The different level of terrain has you mesmerized the whole way up. Hiked up yesterday and the conditions were great! ALLTRAILS and the AllTrails Mountain Design are registered trademarks of AllTrails, LLC in the United States as well as certain other jurisdictions. Please try again. Take I-93 to exit 32, North Woodstock, connecting with NH SR-112/118 West. 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. Awesome views and the weather was perfect. The Mt. 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 trail features impressive vistas and eye-catching wildflowers, which might even help you take your mind off the elevation gain. At 4,802 feet, Moosilauke is the first spot northbound Appalachian Trail thru-hikers truly walk above the treeline. The Appalachian Trail, from south to north, utilizes the Glencliff, Carriage Road, Benton and Beaver Brook trails. Join a supporting community of travelers and adventurers sharing their photos and local insights. 4hr 3min to complete Whitney, CA. Moosilauke welcomes northbound AT hikers to New Hampshires White Mountains, and the gradual ascent via the Glencliff Trail is a gracious host. The recent snows been compacted, so snow shoes arent needed, I only broke through a handful of times. Definitely bring layers for the topwe ate our sandwiches in a rush then hurried back to the tree line. we fell short of making the carrage rd trail. 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. Start your descent down this wide old carriage road but watch for the next POI on the track and the trail sign for "Snapper ski trail" that will bring you back to the Ravine Lodge Trailhead. Summit area was frequently. Most snow has been blown off the top or aggregated into sculture-like formations, leaving an icy path. The Flume Gorge in Franconia State Park is beautiful year round and every season has it's unique benefits. RSS. 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. Mount Moosilauke has a large exposed summit with some of the best views around. Unfortunately there was no view today, will be back one day to see the view! Super clear at the summit with a 20 to 25 sustained NW. The summit peaks at 4,802 feet with a prominence of 2,933 feet. The trail consists of cascades of rocks, wood-block steps and metal rungs (not all entirely in tact). This is a very popular area for hiking, skiing, and snowshoeing, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail ascends for 2.6 miles to a junction with the Moosilauke Carriage Road and a spur trail for South Peak. Windy and cold at the top. Cell: (203) 605-9430. This particular trail is lightly trafficked, m Mount Moosilauke is a 4000 footer located in the White Mountain Range of New Hampshire. Routes Gorge Brook Trail (1-way) 85 summits 3.7 mi 2,296 ft gain 4 hr 21 min Class 1 Beaver Brook Trail Given the scenery of this ride, making it an 18 mile out and back route is also a great option. Mount Moosilauke via Glencliff Trail and Appalachian Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Woodsville, New Hampshire. earlylite February 23, 2008 4000 Footers. Moosilauke has numerous subsidiary peaks, including Mount Blue, elevation 4,529 feet (1,380 m), to the north of the summit, and the South Peak, elevation 4,523 feet (1,379 m), between the Carriage Road and Glencliff Trail, about one mile southwest of the main peak. A great way to see some snow! Simply gorgeous 360 views at the summit. It's located in New Hampshire, United States.The cache is an orange gatorade powder container with the usual contents. All around perfect day! The Carriage Road Trail wasnt much fun, between the icy patches made by the skiers and the postholes. Be mindful of dogs bc mines paws were pretty chilly near the top but he warmed up on the way down. Hike Mount Moosilauke via Gorge Brook Trail, Hike Mount Moosilauke via Beaver Brook Trail, Photograph Fall Foliage on the Kancamagus Highway. Its a little more difficult to get to the Glencliff Trailhead. Very windy at the summit with limited visibility. Once you hit the junction with the Carriage Path and South Peak the trail to Moosilauke summit is quick, easy and good footing. . Saturday 01/16/2010 Trail Conditions: Packed snow most of the way up Glencliff. Are you looking for a different approach to see Mount Moosilauke? High winds around the summit but protected from it for the most part. The Carriage Road corridor is a gradual climb lined with conifers and stuffed with snowdrifts. I considered going through beaver brook but I did not regret going trough gorge brook instead. Very good conditions! The Glencliff Trail is often used to ascend Moosilauke in an out-and-back fashion. A fun snowy hike, spikes definitely recommended. Want to report conditions for this trail? Couple small walled in alcoves block the wind to enjoy the warmth of the sun.Awesome day!! Many people appreciate the wealth of natural places in this part of the state. Steady 3.4 mile climb. The Gorge Brook Trail, the quickest and most popular route to Moosilaukes peak, starts on Ravine Lodge Road near Dartmouth Colleges Ravine Lodge. ) or https:// means you've safely Summit was windy, bring windbreaker. 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. Beautiful hike, we only had spikes but snowshoes would have been helpful today. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 8 min to complete. Trail was great. . Took about 3 hours to get up the mountain and a quick easy hike down total 4 hours! Barely any snow down low. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 43 min to complete. Spend the night in the Beaver Brook Shelter, which is situated just off the Beaver Brook Trail. Moose from South Peak. Less-Traveled Paths Upper 3/4 mile is a little steeper with some rocks but nothing difficult. 3h 15m in and out Please try again. Not only will you be able to spend the night in a genuine log house, but there will also be enough space for numerous tents. Route finding was a little difficult above tree line near the summit because of the heavy cloud cover. The best times to visit this trail are May through October. The trees are spread thinner at this point, enabling the wind to cover the trail with hearty drifts. 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. It was very windy at the top, so stopped just for a couple pictures and headed back down. Beaver Brook Trail - 3.8 Benton Trail - 3.5 Glencliff Trail - 3.6 Carriage Road - 5.1 Map created by Andrew Potter '91 for the Dartmouth Outing Guide, 3/92. The trail up Sugarloaf Mtn lasted a few extra decades with Camp Walt Whitman maintaining the route, but this unfortunately is also . With all the recent jaunts up Moosilauke's Glencliff Trail this winter, I knew the gate to the standard Blueberry Mountain Trailhead on Long Pond Road (former North and South Road) would be closed and locked. Local hiking trails in Glencliff include the Glencliff Trail, Tunnel Brook Trail, Wachipauka Pond Trail, Hurricane Mountain Trail and Blueberry Mountain Trail. conditions to icy to safely make it. Roy Sanford, 66, died while climbing Mount Moosilauke in the town of Benton Sunday. The snowshoeing was smooth outside of a few pesky boot holes. One note, this is really closer to 7.5 miles, I'm not sure what the original 8.2 mile length is based on. 2023 The Outbound Collective - Terms of Use - Privacy Policy. Mavis hiked the Appalachian Trail, some kind of "Eat, Pray, Love" thing. Glencliff, New Hampshire - Glencliff, New Hampshire. Secure .gov websites use HTTPS A lock Trail is well packed down, summit is very windy with no visibility. Dinner is provided in a family-style setting. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 7 h 54 min to complete. Moosilauke in the town of Benton. Till : Till : , Hauts-de-France, . It is the tenth highest . All Rights Reserved. . So beautiful. At a Glance General Information Directions: Located on the Benton State Forest 1.2 miles from NH Rte. 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). Had to walk an extra 3/4 of a mile to get to the trial head. "There have been joys too great to be described in words, and there have been griefs upon which I have dared not to dwell, and with these in mind I must say, climb if you will, but remember that courage and strength are naught without prudence, and that a momentary negligence may destroy the happiness of a lifetime. The Carriage Road was created in the 1800s to transport tourists to a hotel (the Prospect House, afterwards known as the Tip Top House) that formerly existed atop Mount Moosilaukes summit. Glencliff Trailhead: Driving north, take Exit 26 off Interstate 93 for NH-25 in Plymouth. Although I did read some reviews that mentioned muddy trails, I did not encounter much mud. Appalachian Trailhikers past, present and future are invited to follow along with theMaineandNew Hampshiresection hiking blogs. Amazing hike. This particular trail is lightly trafficked, making it ideal for the hiker seeking some degree of solitude in the wilderness. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. If you brought skis, click in because this is where the fun starts! This was my top 3 day on the Moose A 4am start and hit the summit for first light. Appalachian Trail; Join Login. 11th trip to the Moose but first on this particular trail. 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. With a 20 to 25 sustained NW and Glencliff trail, some kind of & quot ;,. Side of the sun.Awesome day! - Terms of Use - Privacy Policy a gradual climb with... 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