Pemigewasset Ranger District
Located on the western portion of the Forest, the District offers a variety of recreational opportunities. Bisected by Interstate 93, you can jump off at exit 28 and escape up to Waterville Valley or push on a little further to exit 32 and relish the day traveling through the mountains on the Kancamagus Scenic Byway; challenge yourself at the world renowned Rumney Rocks Rock Climbing Area; seek renewal in the large and remote Pemigewasset Wilderness; brag about the one that got away at Russell Pond. Recreational opportunities seem limitless: hiking, camping, hiking, biking, fishing, skiing (alpine, cross country, and backcountry), snowmobiling, snowshoeing and much more.
Recreation Sites
Algonquin Trailhead
There is a small parking area which services the Algonquin Trail. From here the Algonquin Trail enters the Sandwich Range Wilderness Area and ascends the southwest ridge (sometimes called Black…
Ammonoosuc Ravine Trailhead
This trail access the AMC Lake of the Clouds Hut and the Summit of Mt. Washington
Atwell Hill Trailhead
This Trailhead provides access to the Apalachian trail.
Baker Pond Trailhead
The Baker Pond trailhead offers access to the Apalachian Trail. No ammenities exist here.
Basin Cascade Trailhead
Site Open
The Basin Cascade trail begins on the western end of the maze of trails around the Basin, at a junction with the Pemi Trail, about 0.2 miles from the parking areas. The trail easily ascends along the…
Beaver Brook Overlook
This facility provides picnicking opportunities, over looking a scenic beaver pond.
Beaver Brook Picnic Area
​The site includes several picnic tables, pedestal-mounted fire-grates and a vault toilet. In winter, a cross-country ski opportunity is provided here on non-groomed trails.
Beaver Brook Shelter
​The Beaver Brook Shelter sits at 3750 ft on the northern flank of Asquam Ridge which extends east from Mount Moosilauke. The shelter is 1.5 miles from NH Rte 112 in Kinsman Notch just off the…
Beaver Brook Trailhead
The Beaver Brook Trailhead provides access to the Appalachian Trail and Mt. Moosilauke
Benton Trailhead
The Benton Trail reaches Mt. Moosilauke in 3.6 miles in conjunction with the Appalachain Trail. There are no amenities provided.