I have climbed many of the 4,000+ foot hikes in the state, and have climbed and skied Tuckerman's ravine in my younger days (peak of Mt. Washington 6,300+ feet). These days I am looking for less strain but all the reward. From South to North here are my recomended easy hikes (anyone young or not so young can do these: strolls through the woods).
#1 Rattle Snake Mountain Holderness Route 113.
With views of Squam lake, and well built trails
it not hard to get there and the sights across the lake
are incredible. Bring a lunch and carry out your stuff.
#2 Indian Head at the Flume state park, Lincoln Rte 3
Indian head is a short hike from the Flume parking lot
but while you are at the Flume, you should take some time
to see the gorge, waterfalls and covered bridge.
#3 Artist Bluff Franconia Notch, across from Cannon Mt.
Echo Lake and Cannon Mountain Ski Area views that
change with the season, but the hike is only 1/2 an hour.
The view to the east are of Lafayette , Mt. Lincoln & Mt.Liberty
The Peak of Mt. Lafayette & the Appalachian Trail
are for more serious hikers. I have done this ridge
but not for many years. I think I'll stick to the easy ones.
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What great views the hike would be good for you and you get tremendous views of nature.
Wow, Steve - those are some great hikes and the pictures are breathtaking! What a great way to spend a cool fall day - thanks for sharing these!
Terry & leesa, Thanks for dropping in on me these spots are close by and you are right -very cool,
steve
Sounds like fun, but can you do it in a beach chair...kind of a vicarious hike? And can someone carry my beach chair? ;}
(Nice pictures!)
Laura, I promise if you come up for a hike I'll carry your beach chair, this is a promise that is easy to make. I can't imagine you taking me up on it :)> Steve
Today is a perfect crisp fall day for a hike. Your post makes me want to get outside and get my heart rate up.
Ellie, It is a perfect day today, but we are expecting snow tonight (on the peaks at least).
Thanks for sharing you hikes... There are so many more beautiful easy hikes to enjoy the outdoors with in northern New Hamsphire it's nice to see the local areas from different lelvations. We should all get out and go for a hike.... Thanks Diane
Diane . hope to see you on the trails someday. Great views and easy is for me!..Steve