Why finish NH’s 48 4000 footers in a year?
When I started hiking the 48, I had zero intentions of finishing quickly. I’m the type of person that loves too many different things—fitness, fishing, hiking, and athletics—to focus…
Winter Hike Mt. Carrigain Via Signal Ridge Trail
It takes mountain love to winter hike Mt. Carrigain for 14 miles via the Signal Ridge Trail. Add two feet of fresh snow and that love is dysfunctional.
Winter Hike East Osceola and Mt. Osceola
Hike Distance: 2.8 miles to East Osceola + 1 mile to Mt. Osceola (don’t forget to come back) Time: 5-8 hours Difficulty: Pack the Aleve Elevation: East Osceola 4,156 feet;…
Mt. Hale Family Loop Hike
Distance: 2.2 mi to Mt Hale Summit via Hale Brook Trail; 2.7 mi to Zealand Falls Hut and 2.7 mi on Zealand Trail back to Zealand Rd Time: Est 6-8…
Winter Hike the Hancock Mountains
Hike Distance: 9.8 miles round trip Time: 6-8 hours Difficulty: Weekend Warriors Elevation: Mt. Hancock, 4,420 feet; South Hancock, 4,319 feet; elevation gain 2,700 feet Recommended Gear: Trekking Poles with winter baskets or…
Saddleback Mountain Hike via the Appalachian Trail (Route 4)
Anyone looking to get a taste of hiking the Appalachian Trail in Maine will find a full-course AT meal on the Route 4 ascent of Saddleback Mountain. Add a dash…