Brook Trail
Begins at the forest's mile 0, 43.9524, -71.2755 - no trailhead mapped Drive to where the trail begins
Albany Brook Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
Albany Brook trail is an easy one mile trail offering some gentle undulations and begins by following the west shore of Crocker Pond. The trail then runs along the lower east slope of Albany Mountain and descends to cross an old logging road.
The final destination 0.1 miles ahead reveals the secluded north end of Round Pond.
Beaver Brook Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
The Beaver Brook Trailhead provides access to the Appalachian Trail and Mt. Moosilauke
Bog Brook Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
The trailhead accesses both Bog Brook and Wildcat River Trails, leading to Carter Notch and the Wild River Wilderness.
Burnt Mill Brook Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
The somewhat gradual climb of the Burnt Mill Brook Trail make it a popular choice for hiking to the breath-taking views atop the East and West Royce Mountains and further south to the high Basin Rim Trail.
Caribou East Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
The Caribou Trail leaves the Bog Brook valley along a succession stream crossings and logging roads. It then ascends Caribou Mountain into the Caribou-Speckled Wilderness.
Caribou West / Mud Brook Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
The Mud Brook and one end of the Caribou trails share this trailhead. The two trails diverge and then meet again, creating a loop hike the views and ledges atop Caribou Mountain.
Chandler Brook Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
Located on the Mount Washington Auto Road, this trailhead provides access to the Great Gulf Wilderness Area.
Coppermine Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
This easy to moderate trail parallels Coppermine Brook to reach Coppermine Shelter and beautiful Bridal Veil Falls at 2.5 miles.
Drakes Brook/Sandwich Mtn Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
This trailhead provides access to both the Sandwich Mountain and Drakes Brook trails. After the first half mile both trails are in the Sandwich Range Wilderness. The Drakes Brook trail passes a spur to Fletcher's Cascades and then ascends to intersect with the Sandwich Mountain trail at 3.2 miles. Half a mile above this intersection is the upper terminus of the Smarts Brook trail. From the parking area Sandwich Mountain trail reaches the summit after 3.9 miles, where it intersects with Bennett Street and Algonquin trails. Fine views are afforded from various sites along these trails.
Great Brook Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
The Great Brook Trailhead is 100 yds. beyond Miles Notch parking. This trail is low use and accesses the Red Rock Trail, which leads to the summit of Speckled Mountain (2,906 ft.).
Hale Brook Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
This trailhead accesses the Hale Brook Trail. A moderate 2.2 mile climb ascends Mt. Hale, providing limited fine views and connection with the Lend-a-Hand trail.
Hubbard Brook Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
The Hubbard Brook trail is little used, but quickly accesses a beaver pond area that is attractive, although the trail is frequently disrupted by beaver activity. After the wet area the trail descends to the Warren to Woodstock snowmobile trail (also FR 211) and ends at a gate just off NH Rte.118 in Warren at 2.4 miles.
Meadow Brook Snowmobile & Biking Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
There is a plowed area in which a truck and trailer can turn around but parking is along the road.
Mill Brook Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
Located on York Pond Road this trailhead provides access to Mill Brook Trail.
Nineteen Mile Brook Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
Recreation fee charged. See fee schedule. (link)
This popular trailhead provides access to the AMC Carter Notch Hut and the Carter-Moriah range, as well as the Wildcat Mountains. The lower section of the trail runs alongside scenic Nineteen Mile Brook.
Old Waterville Road Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
The Old Waterville Road Trail is an offshoot of the popular hiking and cross-country skiing loops of the Smarts Brook area and offers a less travelled access to that area, meeting a junction with the Yellowjacket and Pine Flats trails in 1.8 miles. Please park in a manner such that the gate is not blocked.
Pine Bend Brook Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
This trail accesses North Tripyramid and the Sandwich Range Wilderness.
Province Brook Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
This trail accesses Province Pond where there is a shelter and outhouse. In winter this trail serves as a snowmobile trail.
Reel Brook Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
After winding through old logging and powerline access roads while ascending to connect with the Kinsman Ridge Trail (a section of the Appalachian Trail) at 2.9 miles. This is the easiest access to the Eliza Brook Shelter; 1 mile north of the Reel Brook Trail and the Kinsman Ridge Trail intersection.
Slippery Brook Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
Eastman Mountain (2,929 ft.) can be accessed from this trail. There are two parking areas that can be used; one is at the end of Town Hall Rd at the gate that is closed in winter, and the 2nd is further along Slippery Brook Rd (road not passable in winter) and is the trailhead for the Mountain Pond Trail - from here the road can be walked to the start of the trail. Use caution - vehicles on road.
Smarts Brook Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
It accesses a popular and scenic system of shorter loop hikes that is also a popular ungroomed crosscountry skiing area in winter. The Smarts Brook trail passes through the center of these loops and slowly ascends the valley, connecting after 5.1 miles to the Sandwich Mountain trail just below Jennings Peak.
Stony Brook Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
Park at the Stony Brook Trailhead for a 3.6 mile hike up to the Carter-Moriah Trail, on which hikers can continue to enjoy the views from the south ledges of Mount Moriah. The trailhead has a kiosk map and no facilities.
Townline Brook Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
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.
Townline N Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
This short segment of the Appalachian Trail accesses Jeffers Brook shelter to the south, and then crosses Oliverian Brook to intersect with NH Rte. 25.
Tunnel Brook North Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
No Fee Required.
Tunnel Brook Road is closed from the Forest Service gate to the trailhead due to damage sustained during tropical storm Irene. Hikers can park at the gate and it is approximately a 2 mile walk from the current parking location to the trailhead.
Tunnel Brook S Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
No Fee Required.
The Tunnel Brook Trail follows a deep valley between Mt. Clough and Mt. Moosilauke. There are various beaver meadows at the height of land revealing the western flanks of Mt. Moosilauke and the eastern slides on Mt. Clough.
Weeks Brook Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
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.
Wheeler Brook East Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
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 the Forest Service's write-up
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.