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The trail begins by following the Wildcat Nature Trail, to the left of the base lodge at Wildcat Ski Area. The falls are a series of cascades on a brook flowing from Wildcat Mountain.
Townline Brook Trailhead
At only .2 miles, the Townline Brook Trail presents hikers with an alluring opportunity to see three cascading waterfalls in a short amount of time. They are especially beautiful after a heavy rain. Vehicles can be parked along the road, being careful not to block traffic.
Trident Col Tentsite
Found off of the Mahoosuc Trail (AT) this site provides 4 tentsites and a composting toilet.
Unknown Pond North Trailhead
This trail crosses to the Kilkenny Ridge Trail and is a shorter, but steeper route to scenic Unknown Pond than from the Southern Trailhead. There are designated tent sites and an outhouse at Unknown Pond, but not at the trailhead. Mill Brook Road is gated closed in the winter.
Unknown Pond South Trailhead
It is 3.3 miles from the trailhead to the Unknown Pond Tent site and the serene waters of Unknown Pond. There are no amenities at the trailhead, but an outhouse and tent sites can be found at Unknown Pond. The Fish Hatchery Gate is closed from 4 pm-8 am, so hikers will not be able to drive into or out from the Trailhead during those times. FMI (603) 449-3412
Unknown Pond Tentsite
Nestled next to calm waters of Unknown Pond, this tent site is located off a spur of the Unknown Pond Trail. There is an outhouse, 6 designated camping spaces and reliable water from the pond or stream.
Valley Way Tentsite
Located on a spur path off the Valley Way Trail, 3.1 miles from the Appalachia parking area, this site offers 5 mineral pad tent sites. On the North side of Mt. Madison, there is the opportunity to enjoy several scenic waterfalls on the way to this site.
Wamsutta Trailhead
Provides access into Great Gulf Wilderness area.
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 Little Lary Brook, and ends at Little Larry Road, off of ME 113. The trailhead is not plowed in the winter and there are no amenities.
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 trail travels northwest along Wheeler Brook through lovely hardwood trees and ends at US Route 2 in Gilead, Maine.
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 Route 113 are gated closed in the winter.
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 along the easy grade of the Wild River Trail, or exploring the rugged Wild River Wilderness.
Wildcat Mountain Ski Resort
For the most vertical value in the White Mountains, ski or ride Wildcat Mountain. With breathtaking views of Mt. Washington from its 4,000 foot summit, Wildcat Mountain is Pinkham Notch’s premier winter and big mountain playground. Wildcat Mountain offers families world class New Hampshire skiing, riding, and active summer recreation on over 950 acres located 100% within the White Mountain National Forest. Located…
York Pond East Trailhead
Hikers can park on the left side of the road with the trail sign, being careful not to block the gate. At .2 miles, the Bunnel Notch Trail branches to the right to the Kilkenny Ridge Trail, and provides the most direct route to Cabot Cabin. The York Pond Trail leads to Willard Notch and crosses the Kilkenny Ridge Trail.
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 Mountain) of Sandwich Dome gaining it's summit at 3,950 ft. in 4.5 miles) There are no amenities provided at this trailhead.
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
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 very scenic Cascade Brook to its intersection with the Cascade Brook Trail, a segment of the Apalachian Trail, at 1.0 mile.
Beaver Brook Overlook
This facility provides picnicking opportunities, over looking a scenic beaver pond.
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 steep Beaver Brook Trail (Appalachian Trail). The shelter accommodates approximately 8 people and provides a sweeping view of the White Mountains to the north. The campsites also includes 2 platforms (total capacity…
Beaver Brook Trailhead
The Beaver Brook Trailhead provides access to the Appalachian Trail and Mt. Moosilauke
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.
Benton Trailhead
The Benton Trail reaches Mt. Moosilauke in 3.6 miles in conjunction with the Appalachain Trail. There are no amenities provided.
Big Rock Campground
This campground is named after one of the many large boulders dropped from the glaciers that shaped this region. Big Rock Campground has 28 wooded campsites and is a short distance from a number of nearby attractions including Otter Rocks, the Lincoln Woods Visitor Center, and many popular hiking trails along the Kancamagus Highway.