Great Gulf
Begins at the forest's mile 0, 44.3112, -71.2206 - no trailhead mapped Drive to where the trail begins
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.
Great Gulf Link Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
Note: The trailhead will be temporarily inaccessible and closed as of September 26 as it is located within the portion of the campground that will be closed for construction. The trail will be accessible from the south where it intersects with the Great Gulf Trail near the Great Gulf Wilderness trailhead parking area, which is located 2 miles south of Dolly Copp on Rt. 16. From this intersection, the trail will remain open traveling north for 0.5 mile to a point outside of the campground where it will be closed off with no access to the campground and hikers will need to double back to the Great Gulf Trail.
Trail follows along the west bank of the beautiful Peabody River, passing some interesting pools. Ends at the junction with the Great Gulf Trail, which leads straight ahead into the Great Gulf Wilderness. There are flush toilets adjacent to the trailhead.
Great Gulf Wilderness Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
Recreation fee charged. See fee schedule. (link)
From this trailhead you can access much of the Great Gulf Wilderness Area. The Great Gulf trail follows the West Branch of the Peabody River through the Great Gulf Wilderness, climbing the steep and rough headwall, and ends at the junction with the Gulfside Trail 0.5 mi. below the summit of Mt. Washington.
Hayes Copp XC-Ski Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
Recreation fee charged. See fee schedule. (link)
The ski trail winds through 8 miles of forest from the campground to the border of the Great Gulf Wilderness. There is a variety of terrain to explore, and several areas where the forest opens up to reveal beautiful views.
Madison Gulf / Old Jackson Road North Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
The Madison Gulf trail leads through the Great Gulf Wilderness to Madison Gulf, a very steep and rocky area with several ledge outcroppings, bouldery areas and a chimney with loose rock (not recommended for descent). Old Jackson Road, part of the Appalachian Trail, has moderate grades and decent footing as it leads to Pinkham Notch.