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Looking for a 10 - 12 mile loop in the Whites this weekend with a great view. Been looking for a hour and nothing pops out at me. Any suggestions? Experienced in winter hiking, WFA certified, competent in the woods.
Below is a list of current snow depths for select peaks and locations (along with corresponding elevation level) in the WMNF and across the region.
This snow depth data comes from the National Weather Service's National Operational Hydrologic Remote Sensing Center (NOHRSC):
Peak,Elevation (feet),Snow Depth (in.)
Ball Crag,6047,14.96
Agiocochook Crag,5735,14.96
Franconia Notch/I-93,1976,9.06
Kancamagus Pass,2855,10.24
Lake of the Clouds Hut,5014,15.35
Mt. Adams,5797,14.57
Mt. Chocorua,3490,6.3
Mt. Eisenhower,4763,12.99
Mt. Hale,4066,10.24
Mt. Hancock,4319,12.2
S. Hancock,4257,12.6
Mt. Kancamagus,3729,10.63
Mt. Lafayette,5243,12.2
Mt. Madison,5363,13.78
Mt. Monroe,5305,14.96
Mt. Osceola,4328,10.63
E. Osceola,4161,10.63
Pack Monadnock,2290,1.57
North Pack Monadnock,2276,1.97
Mt. Passaconaway,4079,8.27
Mt. Pleasant,2001,5.51
Mt. Pleasant (Bald Peak),1926,5.91
Mt. Paugus,3185,7.09
Sandwich Dome,3992,9.45
N. Tripyramid,4160,11.81
M. Tripyramid,4135,12.2
S. Tripyramid,4114,12.2
Mt. Whiteface,4018,11.02
Mt. Washington,6288,14.17
The Perch (Shelter),4316,15.35
Additionally what is your preferred set up for carrying snowshoes for hikes where they are on and off a lot
Probably not the right sub for this and im sure the answer is no, but i just thought id ask if theres a way you can use the weather to plan to see undercast. Its the only conditions i havent seen yet that id like to
Anyone have a look at Huntington ravine recently? Wondering what routes look in after the recent storm.
I decided to get a quick 2 day training course and guide for Mt. Washington later this month. I have all my clothing, but I am wondering if it is necessary to invest in a lower mid layer? I have base leggings and outer shell, but I am wondering if it is necessary to get a mid layer even if I run quite hot.
Just picked up a WM Puma -25 sleeping bag. Do you guys think this will be overkill for mid winter at the lean-tos?
Hi, I'm 18 from NYC, and I'm curious if there are mountains I can climb similar to Mount Washington before committing to the real summit attempt in January since I have no classes. I have all the gear and used them before like 12-point crampons, snowshoes, hardshell jackets, boots, etc. I started hiking in 2023 and hiked the Catskills and the Adirondacks in the winter as well as the Pemi Loop (summer) and a fall Mount Washington summit. Any tips on what I should do to start my mountaineering journey in the northeast
I know you guys get a ton of gear questions. I have searched for this one, but didn't find a solid answer. Here's my question: should I pack snow shoes for a Mt. Washington attempt via Winter Lion next weekend? Also, is a rope helpful this time of year?
I'm trying to find beta on trail conditions but can't find much. I tried a summit this past February via Winter Lion. I turned around shortly after tree line due to 90 mph wind, but I was geared to handle the cold and wind, it was just too sketchy. I'm an experienced climber in winter and have proper gear and fitness for winter conditions. On that attempt we had to free solo a little ice fall up and down. I wish I had brought a segment of rope because down climbing it was sketchy, even with good crampons and an axe.
I am planning on bringing a segment of rope to help with the decent, in case their is a small ice section again. But I certainly don't want to carry unnecessary gear. This early in the season, is a rope even necessary? Will there be a boot pack or should I bring snowshoes? Are crampons over kill for this early in the season? I'm flying across the country for work and have to lock in my decisions soon. Thanks for any help you can provide.
Hi y'all, I've been a avid hiker for some time now and wish to cut my teeth backpacking! I've been buying my gear slowly over time and will be getting the finishing touches this Christmas. I've been buying with 3 seasons in mind however I've also lived in New England my whole life and know how our weather is. Really all I'm asking is when the beginning of spring camping starts? I have late March in mind but feel like it also could be a bit too early. My sleep system is rated for 30° comfort but can go down to 20° so I just wanna make sure if I go in Late March I won't be freezing my tits off lol. also please drop some recommendations for backpacking trails!
Is there a route to traverse the Bonds without hiking lincoln woods trail or making them an out and back? I hate lincoln woods trail with a passion because it's so straight, long, and boring.
EDIT: I have all the maps. I can read, too. I've looked at the maps and am looking for a non-obvious solution. Does not need to be winter friendly and open to bushwacking.
EDIT EDIT: The point of this is to make a unique loop or point to point that traverses the bonds once and does not include lincoln woods trail and potentially not all or part of the lower part of the bondcliff trail. The point is not to save miles or elevation.
I just passed some folks (party of 10-11) I didn’t get a full head count. No water, half wore wet tennis shoes. Some in jeans. Looked like they’re out for a casual stroll. Told them I turned around because of improper equipment to go in the snow drifts on Whitehorse ledge. They continued. It gets dark on this side of the mt. Popular trail so they should be passed by. Or come to their senses
If I'm only hiking during the warm summer months and preferably when it isn't raining are Salomon quest element boots a solid choice? There are some great black Friday deals. Or would stiffer mountaineering boots serve me better (Like the Quest 4 or Zamberlan 996). I need ankle support so I'm moving on from my Hoka Speed Goats which got me up my first 12 4000 footers. I just don't want to get stuck with too much boot for these day hikes.
I'm really itching to get an uphill lap in tomorrow (11/29). Does anyone know if any of the ski mountains are allowing uphill currently or any areas that are currently in?
I’m an experienced solo summer hiker (44/48 of the NH 48 including single day presi) looking to get into winter hiking. I’ve done a couple of the 4000 footers in the winter and have some experience in unpacked snow. Other than that I’m a beginner in the winter. Do you all have any tips on how I can safely get into hiking solo in the winter? I have a majority of the required winter gear except a belay parka for emergencies.
My nephews are up from texas for a few days and I was hoping to bring them to some snow while they’re here. They are 5 and 7 years old so I don’t want to bring them on any of my usual hikes but I was thinking walking up the Pack Monadnock Auto Road might not be too hard. Does anyone else have ideas for where I could take them to play in some snow?
Hi, I am just wondering - as someone relatively new to winter hiking in NH - if hiking on Friday is reasonable. I am seeing a ton of snow tomorrow, that trickles into Friday, but how clean are the roads after a storm? I am also coming from Maine, and I imagine some roads here will probably suck too.
I am debating postponing my scheduled Friday hike to Passaconway/Whitehead.