Chill Counterclockwise loop in the Sandwich Wilderness NH
Author: gregthehikingfool
Carter Dome via Rainbow Trail in Peak Foliage!
This one is an instant classic for us! Per usual the photos will not come anywhere close to doing this hike the justice it deserves - but I will try We knew we wanted to take the road less travelled this weekend since it was Columbus Day weekend and based on the forecast it looked … Continue reading Carter Dome via Rainbow Trail in Peak Foliage!
Finishing Jen’s 48!
Cannon Mountain - 4100 Feet Kinsman Ridge Trail - from the Cannon Mt. ski area 4.5 miles roundtrip - 2200 elevation gain Difficulty Rating = 6 Enjoyability = 15 (off the charts) The whole crew came out for this one! Such a great day! We couldn't have drawn this one up any better. We had … Continue reading Finishing Jen’s 48!
Pre-hike links
I find the following sites extremely useful when planning hikes: Weather - I find this to be the most reliable, accurate weather source for the White Mountains. That being said the weather systems in the White Mountains are extremely complex and can change quickly. Preparation with your gear and not being afraid to turn around … Continue reading Pre-hike links
NH 4000 Footers ranked (least favorite to favorite) for my first round.
I love ranking things, despite the fact that I know it drives everyone I know crazy and it can be annoying, there is something about organizing and ranking things that creates peace and order for me. First a few notes: I love all of these mountains. In some ways its comparable to someone asking you … Continue reading NH 4000 Footers ranked (least favorite to favorite) for my first round.
Hedgehog Mountain
#15 / 52WAV UNH Trail (counterclockwise loop) 4.84 miles / 1,703 elevation gain / 2hrs 23 mins moving time / 3 hours total Very start of the hike. Jen and I hadn't been up to the mountains together for a few weeks and I had a bonus day off so we decided to go for … Continue reading Hedgehog Mountain
Finishing the 48!
Wildcat A - 4,422 ft. G's #47 / J's #26 Wildcat D - 4,062 ft. G's #48 / J's #27 Trails = 19 Mile Brook | Wildcat River Trail | Wildcat Ridge Trail (AT) | Polecat Ski Trail | (car spot) Mileage = 9.5 Miles Elevation Gain = 3,970 ft Elapsed Time = 7 hours … Continue reading Finishing the 48!
Welcome!
I've hiked in some way, shape or form most of my life, but I didn't really discover my true passion for the outdoors until I started on a quest to hike all 4000 footers in NH (there are 48 of them). The list was created by the Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC)
Woods Wanderers 