Top 5 beginner winter 4000 footers in new hampshire chase. Eli is also the author and photographer of moosilauke portrait of a mountain, a coffeetable style book covering one of new hampshires most iconic mountains. Lafayette are a few of the most popular new england mountains. Jun 30, 2017 then steve told me about the 4,000 footers and how he had climbed 10 or so of them over the years with his friends. The trail conditions below are the most recent available, compiled by proximity to each white mountain four thousand foot peak. But, hikers putting off these three new hampshire 4,000footers are missing out. My journey hiking the 48 new hampshire 4,000 footers youtube. A guide to peak bagging the easiest nh 4000footers for newer hikers.
Carol completed her new hampshire 4000footers in 2002. All of the new hampshire 4,000 footers can be hiked in a single day, but many hikers prefer to spend a night at one of the huts when doing some of the remoter peaks, and others just go to the huts as a destination. Nh 4000 footers guide amc appalachian mountain club. The northeast has many 4,000footers115, to be exact. New hampshire 4000 footers for beginners trail to summit. I was introduced to peakbagging back in 2015 and the list that helped spark my obsession with hitting the trails was the 48. The nh 48 4000 footers and 8 tips for finishing them.
Ready to hike the 4,000 footers of the white mountains. Eli burakian taking on one of new hampshire s 48 4,000 footers is becoming a pilgrimage for new hampshire residents and its visitors. How to get started hiking new hampshires 48 4,000footers. Amcs planning guide will get you started hiking all 48 peaks over 4000 feet in new hampshire. While more people than ever are hiking them, theres still a dearth of good. Details about the areas unique climate and geology. The deep narratives and hiking distances for each possible route.
As a new hampshire resident and selfproclaimed hikeaholic, there is nothing more exciting than starting off the new year with a new list of peaks to tackle. This must have guide to new hampshires famous fortyeight 4000foot summits is the first and only comprehensive guide and history to focus solely on these celebrated peaks. Hiking the 48 4000 footers of nh in winter all of the 4000 footers of new hampshire can be hiked in winter, and many hikers set out to do just that. The nh48 and the ne67 are popular lists of mountains to. The state of new hampshire has fortyeight 4,000 footer mountains in the white. Apr 8, 2017 beginner 4000 footers in new hampshire. Climbing new hampshire s 48 4,000 footers fills that gap by informing adventurersfrom the freshlybooted novice to the grizzled mountaineerabout each of new hampshire s 48 iconic mountains that top out at over 4,000 feet. With seven distinct regions and so much to see and do, theres no wrong way to visit new hampshire. The 48 4000 footers of new hampshire welcome to the guide to hiking the 4,000 footers of new hampshire. I have added some articles that i have written over the years. New hampshire and new yorkeach with 48feature the regions dominant ranges. We specialize in outdoor recreation and travel guidebooks and maps for new hampshires white mountains plus all of new england and eastern new york our small but wellstocked retail store is located on the kancamagus highway route 112 in lincoln, nh, close to many white mountain trails and. Presidential traverse new hampshire 4000 footers illustrated.
New hampshire has 48 mountains that are over 4,000 feet in elevation, and at any one point in time, thousands of hikers are working towards their goal of climbing them all. For those of you not familiar with the 4,000footers, this is a list of the mountain peaks over 4,000 feet in new hampshire there are 48 of them in total. White mountain 4000 footers passport, by steve baileywith brio, 2015. The 4000footers of the white mountains by steven d. Designed to complement the popular periodic table of the white mountains 4000footers poster, this pocketsize passportstyle booklet is tailormade for keeping track of your 4000footer climbs. Climbing new hampshires 48 4,000 footers by eli burakian. Its too long, its too far out of the way, its too flat, and its too hard are just a few of the reasons people give when somebody suggests hiking owls head, mount isolation, or mount cabot.
Apr 25, 2018 and, if all that doesnt work, remind your buddy that hiking all three is essential to finishing all 48 new hampshire 4,000footers and becoming a member of the appalachian mountain clubs four thousand footer club. New to this edition are ata glance icons for suggested hikes and redesigned, easier tofollow. Ken macgray is a freelance writer, photographer and hiker living in southern new hampshire after another life in the media industry. The best guidebook for hiking the nh 4000footers if you are serious about hiking new hampshires 4000footers in winter, then you absolutely need to own this fantastic guidebook. To qualify for inclusion a peak must also meet the more technical criterion of topographic prominence important in the mountaineering sport of peakbagging the white mountains four thousand footers list is established and. The pemi loop hike the best multiday hike in the white. White mountain guide, 30th edition amc store appalachian. Aug 10, 2016 beginner 4000 footers in new hampshire. Learn more about how to join the new hampshire 4,000footer club below, and join us in staff led hikes here. Oct 23, 20 hiking all 48 of the new hampshire 4,000 footer mountains in the white mountains. White mountain 4000footers passport, by steve baileywith brio, 2015. Fourthousand footers sometimes abbreviated 4ks are a group of fortyeight mountains in new hampshire at least 4,000 feet 1,200 m above sea level. The new hampshire 4,000 footers sit in many different mountain ranges including the carter moriah range, franconia range, western white.
Hiking the 4000footers of nh in winter new england waterfalls. This 18x36 poster commemorates those peaks with illustrated. The list also know as the 48 and nh 48 is recognize by the amc four thousand footer club. New hampshire 4000 footers hike nh mountains 4000 footer. If you like to climb 4000 footers in new hampshire, i recommend you get yourself a copy of the 4000 footers of the white mountains. Looking for a bit of motivation or inspiration to hike the nh 4000 footers. Moose has proven to be one of my favorite peaks in all seasons. A 4,000 footer is a mountain that has an elevation of at least 4,000 feet and a minimum of 200 feet prominence.
Its coauthored by steve smith, a member of the amc four thousand footer committee and coeditor of the amc white mountain guide. Note that this list is not the same as the mathematicallyderived new hampshire 4000 footer threshold list also hosted on this site. The 4,000 footer clubclimbing and hiking in new hampshire. To locals, the 48 4,000 footers of new hampshire are. This book is the bible of 4000 footers in the white mountains of nh. New hampshire 4000 footers hike nh mountains 4000 footer list. Note that this list is not the same as the mathematicallyderived new hampshire 4000footer threshold list also hosted on this site. That was on july 3, the first day of a long holiday midweek weekend. If you like to climb 4000 footers in new hampshire, i recommend you get yourself a copy of the 4000footers of the white mountains. While we should all have a healthy fear of these mountains, especially in winter, all of these peaks can be climbed if you have the proper gear, the necessary skills, and favorable weather conditions.
From casual hikes to challenging ascents regional hiking series by eli burakian dec 1, 2018. Hiking new england 4000 footers public group facebook. He has always been a hiker but didnt find his true passion for it until later in life and has completed the nh 4,000 footers and finished almost three rounds of the 52wav, among other hiking accomplishments. For those of you not familiar with the 4,000 footers, this is a list of the mountain peaks over 4,000 feet in new hampshire there are 48 of them in total. The 48 4,000 footers in nh sit in many mountain ranges including the carter moriah range, franconia range, western white mountains. The first comprehensive guide and history solely devotedto new hampshires 48 peaks exceeding 4000 feet.
Steve has climbed new hampshires 4000footers in summer and winter and has bagged the new england hundred highest. In the winter its the perfect peak for new hikers looking to experience some above treeline. Intrigued by stories of misadventures or history of the white. The 6 best 4000 footers for beginner hikers in new hampshire. Eli burakian taking on one of new hampshires 48 4,000 footers is becoming a pilgrimage for new hampshire residents and its visitors. For the most uptodate info, trip reports, and more info on the new hampshire 4000. Designed to complement the popular periodic table of the white mountain 4000footers poster, this pocketsize passportstyle booklet is tailormade for keeping track of your 4000footer climbs. Multiple routes up each mountain details about the areas unique climate and geology. Presidential, cartermoriah, franconia ridge, twin, sandwich, kinsman, willey, pilot, pliny or the pemigewasset wilderness.
Designed to complement the popular periodic table of the white mountains 4000 footers poster, this pocketsize passportstyle booklet is tailormade for keeping track of your 4000 footer climbs. My first white mountain 4000footer of 2002 was the one that is farthest north, and not even on the white mountain list because it is in maine. Our small but wellstocked retail store is located on the kancamagus highway route 112 in lincoln, nh, close to many white. The 6 best 4000 footers for beginner hikers in new hampshires white mountains andrea davis april 4, 2019 the term easy isnt typically the first word that comes to mind when talking about the nh48 4000 footer list. My first white mountain 4000 footer of 2002 was the one that is farthest north, and not even on the white mountain list because it is in maine.
Share photos of your 41st of the 48 white mountain 4000footers. You may also want to check out other lists in new hampshire and beyond. Designed to complement the popular periodic table of the white mountain 4000 footers poster, this pocketsize passportstyle booklet is tailormade for keeping track of your 4000 footer climbs. You can earn a hiking patch for hiking all 48 of the new hampshire 4,000 footers, also known as the nh48. This is a group for people who share the love of the mountains. I feel at home outdoors, and the more time i spent on the trail, in the mountains, or on the river, the more i loved it. Backpacking the white mountain 4000 footers guidebook. New hampshire 4,000 footers, illustrated summit signs the 48 mountains in new hampshire above 4,000 feet are a goal for many hikers. Jul 01, 2018 as part of our make no plans weekend a couple weekends ago we strolled over to hike mt hale in new hampshire. Hiking all 48 of the new hampshire 4,000 footer mountains in the white mountains.
As part of our make no plans weekend a couple weekends ago we strolled over to hike mt hale in new hampshire. This is the official amc list, which appears to have a couple of inconsistencies in the way peaks are included on the list related to prominence data on the usgs topographic maps. A free guidebook to backpacking the white mountain 4000 footers that climbs all 48 high peaks in a series of multiday backpacking trips. All criteria is determined by the appalachian mountain club amc. New hampshire 4000 footers list flask free funnel included. New hampshire 4000 footers campstake field guide carrie. So, it would be easy to overlook vermont, with just five summits over 4,000 feet.
Guide to hiking new hampshires 48 4000footers redline guiding. Learn more about how to join the new hampshire 4,000 footer club below, and join us in staff led hikes here. The tallest, and most famous mountain in new england is mount washington, and stands at 6,288 feet. Even maine, known for rocky katahdin, has 14 of these peaks. New hampshire 4000 footers for beginners written by. This 30th edition has been thoroughly updated and revised posttropical storm irene, with accurate descriptions of more than 500 trails, as well as trip planning advice, safety information, and a checklist of new hampshires 4,000footers. Aug 30, 2017 the northeast has many 4,000footers115, to be exact. Ready to hike the 4000footers of the white mountains.
Home browse by activity hiking new hampshire hiking. Additionally, study the maps and official white mountain guide book for detailed information. New hampshire 4,000 footers northeast mountaineering. This book describes all of the trails that climb each peak, and includes critical notes of what to be careful of if you hike these peaks in winter. Backpacking the white mountain 4000 footers is a different experience than day hiking them and an excellent way to experience the history and scenic beauty of this incredible region. Take a boat ride on a glassy lake, or a refreshing dip in the atlantic ocean. This must have guide to new hampshires famous fortyeight 4000foot summits is the first and only comprehensive. We would love to help you check off boxes in the mountain ranges of new hampshire. This was the one remaining mountain i had in my nh 48 4k footer list.
Amcs comprehensive guide to hiking trails, featuring monadnock, cardigan, kearsarge, lakes region appalachian mountain club by steven d. Ready to hike the 4,000footers of the white mountains. Then steve told me about the 4,000footers and how he had climbed 10 or so of them over the years with his friends. Share photos of your 41st of the 48 white mountain 4000 footers. Commonly known as the other above treeline peak in the white mountains. The 48 4000footers of new hampshire welcome to the guide to hiking the 4,000 footers of new hampshire. New england guidebooks and maps the mountain wanderer. New hampshire 4000 footers records according to fastestknowntime. The state of new hampshire has fortyeight 4,000 footer mountains in the white mountains listed below in order of highest elevation to lowest elevation. In this greatly revised and expanded second edition, youll find detailed descriptions. The name alone brings a wistful smile to the faces of many new england hikers. Climbing new hampshires 48 4,000 footers fills that gap by informing adventurersfrom the freshlybooted novice to the grizzled mountaineerabout each of new hampshires 48 iconic mountains that top out at over 4,000 feet. Completing the 48 4,000 footers in new hampshire is an amazing accomplishment. Apr 04, 2019 the 6 best 4000 footers for beginner hikers in new hampshires white mountains andrea davis april 4, 2019 the term easy isnt typically the first word that comes to mind when talking about the nh48 4000 footer list.
The essential guide to climbing the 48 4000foot peaks of new hampshire. A new year means new challenges, both physical and mental. Throughout my small journey through new hampshire, i certainly learned some lessons on hiking the nh 48 4000 footers. The 6 best 4000 footers for beginner hikers in new. We specialize in outdoor recreation and travel guidebooks and maps for new hampshires white mountains plus all of new england and eastern new york. As some of you readers may already know, my littletonbased book publishing company has just released a new revised and expanded edition of the 4,000footers of the white mountains. Bound with a handsome dark blue leatherette cover, it includes a page for each of the 48 peaks on which to log date, companions and hike notes. Best 4000 footers for beginners new hampshire 4000. Heres what to tell your friends next time they start making excuses for skipping these hidden gems.
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