Summit Trail
Begins at the forest's mile 0, 43.8049, -71.8429 - no trailhead mapped Drive to where the trail begins
Albany Mountain Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
The trailhead provides northern access to the summit of Albany Mountain with a series of rocky openings and panoramic views. It is a popular spot for blueberry picking in summer and offers great views of colorful foliage in autumn.
From the trailhead, follow the Albany Mountain trail 1.5miles to the junction with the trail to the summit. Follow the summit spur for an additional 0.4 miles until reaching the open summit ledges of Albany Mountain.
Ammonoosuc Ravine Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
This trail access the AMC Lake of the Clouds Hut and the Summit of Mt. Washington
Blueberry Mt S Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
The trail begins as gravel road but narrows and climbs to a short spur path to the summit at 2.8 miles with good views before descending to Long Pond road and the trail terminus at 4.5 miles.
Carter / Moriah Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
The trail climbs up the ridge to the ledgy summit of Mt. Moriah, with excellent views, and then continues South as part of the Appalachian Trail through the Carter-Moriah range.
Castle Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
The Castle Trail follows the serrated ridgeline of Castle Ravine to the summit of Mount Jefferson. It is an exposed and strenuous route with spectacular views.
Cherry Mountain Trailhead (Cherry Mountain Road) the Forest Service's write-up
The Cherry Mountain trail runs the ridge of Cherry Mountain just south of the summit.
Cherry Mtn Trailhead (Forest Rd 115) the Forest Service's write-up
The Cherry Mountain Trail runs the ridge of Cherry Mountain just south of the summit.
Chippewa Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
No Fee Required
The very scenic Chippewa trail ascends the rocky summit of Black Mountain in 1.8 miles. The trailhead, which accommodates three or four cars, and beginning section of trail are on private land. The historic Lime Kilns diverge left from the trail on an old road and are well worth a visit.
Crawford Path Trailhead (Rte 302) the Forest Service's write-up
Recreation fee charged. See fee schedule. (link)
The Crawford Path was originally built during the 1800’s and used as a horse trail over the southern Presidential Range to the summit of Mount Washington. In commemoration of its 175th anniversary, the Crawford Path was designated a National Recreation Trail In 1994. This 8.5 mile spectacularly scenic trail is the oldest, continuously maintained, hiking path in America. The section just north of Mt. Pierce to the summit of Mt. Washington is a segment of the Appalachian Trail.
Garfield Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
This trail accesses Garfield Ridge trail after 4.8 miles and tremendous views from the summit of Mt. Garfield.
Howker Ridge / Randolph Path Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
The Howker Ridge Trail is a strenuous and exposed, but highly scenic route to the summit of Mount Madison. The Randolph Path, which also departs from this trailhead, travels in a Southwest direction, crosses many other trails in the Northern Presidentials, and ends in the saddle between Mount Adams and Mount Jefferson.
Iron Mtn Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
The trail is across the road from the parking area and accesses Iron Mountain summit (2,726 ft.) in just 0.9 miles and 800 feet of elevation gain. Beyond the summit another 0.7 miles hikers can also access the south cliffs.
Kearsarge Tower Observation Site the Forest Service's write-up
Two trails can take you to the top of this popular summit. The rocky top affords clear 360 views, and the fire tower does the same from 15 feet higher. The fire tower is fully enclosed in glass windows. There is also an open air toilet located a short distance from the tower. The Kearsarge North Trail is 3.1 miles to the summit from the parking lot on Hurricane Mtn Road in Bartlett. The Weeks Brook Trail is 5.1 mile to the summit from South Chatham Road 0.4 miles north of the east terminus of Hurricane Mtn Road.
Moosilauke Carriage Road Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
No Fee Required.
The historic Mousilauke Carriage Road ascends to the summit Mt. Moosilauke in 5.1 miles. The trailhead is located at the historic site of the former Breezy Point Hotel that provides great views to the south and east spanning the ridges of Mt. Carr and Kineo. Limited parking is available via gravel pull off. The section of Breezy Point Road before trailhead is very rough; caution is advised for low - clearance vehicles.
Mt. Langdon Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
This trail has a short spur that veers left to Cave Mountain, and continues to the summit of Mount Parker (1,894 ft.), ending at the Mount Langdon Shelter in 2.9 miles. Please note that this trail goes in and out of the Presidential Range-Dry River Wilderness and all backcountry rules and regulations apply.
Mt. Tremont Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
The summit of Mt. Tremont (3,371 ft.) is reached in 2.8 miles, gaining 2,551 feet of elevation.
North Twin Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
The trail parallels the Little River before climbing steeply to intersect at the summit of North Twin with North Twin spur at 4.3 miles.
Osceola Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
The trail reaches the summit of Mt. Osceola in 3.2 miles with excellent views, and Osceola East Peak in 4.2 miles before descending very steeply to intersect with the Greeley Ponds trail at 5.7 miles, 1.4 miles from the Kancamagus Highway (NH Rte. 112).
Pinkham Notch Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
This trailhead provides access to the East side of the Presidential Range, including Tuckerman and Huntington Ravines and the summit of Mt. Washington, as well as shorter excursions to scenic areas such as Lost Pond and Square Ledge. The Appalachian Trail crosses NH Route 16 here. Parking is available at the Appalachian Mountain Club's Visitor Center, where you will also find information, interpretation, restrooms, and a small store with gear and supplies.
Rattlesnake Mtn Trailhead the Forest Service's write-up
This short (1.3 miles) steep trail accesses excellent views of the Baker River Valley from a scenic loop of the summit of Rattlesnake mountain. There is a small primitive parking lot for two or three vehicles.
Note : This is not the trailhead for West and East Rattlesnake Mountains on Squam Lake. That trail is not managed by the USDA Forest Service. You can find it by typing "West Rattlesnake Trailhead" into your preferred search engine.
Roost North Trailhead 1.2 mi loop · the Forest Service's write-up
A short hike up to the summit and then down a spur trail will reveal spectacular views of the Wild River Valley. Hikers can continue from the summit down to the southern trailhead, which requires a .8 mile walk along the road to complete a 1.2 mile loop, or retrace the same path directly back to the northern lot.
Webster - Jackson Trailhead 6.5 mi loop · the Forest Service's write-up
This trail has two branches, one leading to the summit of Mt. Webster (3,910 ft.), the other to Mt. Jackson (4,052 ft.), and can be hiked as a 6.5 mile loop using the Webster Cliff Trail to connect the two summits.