Hiking
Discover A Rich History of Hiking
Hiking opportunities abound on the Forest from easy strolls into the wooded environment to challenging climbs above treeline. With over 1200 miles of non-motorized trails, you have an opportunity for challenge, adventure and renewal.
Before You Go
Before heading out, be prepared with the 10 essentials (map, compass, warm clothing, extra food and water, flashlight or headlamp, matches/firestarters, first aid kit, whistle, rain/wind gear and a pocket knife). The weather in the mountains can be unpredictable even if it is forecasted to be a gorgeous day.
Summer Safety
Even if you’re just planning a short hike remember to hikeSafe! Severe weather or a wrong turn could become life threatening, and the weather in the White Mountains can be unpredictable.
- Check the forecast before visiting and if need be consider postponing your hike - the mountains will be there another day.
- Bring warm clothing and good rain gear. While it may be sunny and warm where you are, it may be cold in the mountains.
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Weeks Brook Trailhead
The trail provides a much less used route up Mt. Kearsage (3,268 ft.) after passing Shingle Pond. The summit has an historic fire tower which can be accessed by the public and offers excellent views.
Welch-Dickey Trailhead
The Welch-Dickey trail is extremely popular due to it's relatively easy access to fine views. The trail varies through shady hardwood forests to open expansive views. I the summer, wild bluberries…
Wentworth Trail / Mead BaseTrailhead
Mead Base provides ample parking. The Wentworth Trail starts behind the historic home at Mead Base Conservation Center and reaches the summit of Mt. Israel (2,630 ft.) in 2.1 miles and 1,700 ft of…
Wheeler Brook East Trailhead
A gated road welcoming foottraffic along with a trail sign indicate where hikers should park (being careful not to block the gate). This trail meanders through beautiful hardwood stands, followes…
Wheeler Brook West Trailhead
Hikers can park just before the locked gate, being careful not to block it. On foot, turn right at the road junction with FR 185 and follow the trail sign to the left after another .3 miles. This…
White Ledge Campground
White Ledge campground has 28 sites. Two hiking trails leave the campground: the White Ledge Trail is a moderate 4 mile loop and the Carter Ledge Trail is a strenuous 4.5 mile hike to the summit of…
White Ledge Trailhead
White Ledge Loop is a 4.4 mile loop trail to White Ledge (2,010 ft.); a 1,450 feet elevation gain.
Wild River / Basin Trailhead
The Wild River and Basin Trails can be used to access the vast and scenic Wild River Wilderness and surrounding mountain ranges. There is a vault toilet at the trailhead. Both the Wild River Road and…
Wild River Campground
Wild River Campground will be closed for the season due to storm damage.Visitors can enjoy a variety of recreation opportunities around the campground, including fishing in the Wild River, strolling…
Winniweta Falls Trailhead
This trailhead has limited parking for 1-2 vehicles. The trail travels over gentle terrain after fording the Ellis River, is 0.9 miles in length and accesses a waterfall.
