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Recreation Region: Pemigewasset Ranger District

Crawford Path Trailhead (Rte 302)

The Crawford Path was originally built during the 1800’s and used as a horse trail over the southern Presidential Range to the summit of Mount Washington. In commemoration of its 175th anniversary, the Crawford Path was designated a National Recreation Trail In 1994. This 8.5 mile spectacularly scenic trail is the oldest, continuously maintained, hiking path in America. The section just north of Mt. Pierce to the summit of Mt. Washington is a segment of the Appalachian Trail.

General Information

Open 24 hours/day

Recreation fee charged. See fee schedule. (link)

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 44.219747

Longitude: -71.410631

Directions

This large trailhead is located on the southeastern end of the Mt. Clinton Road close to Rte. 302 and AMC's Highland Center.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated February 19th, 2025