Saturday, June 22, 2024
Mount Jackson, NH,
New Hampshire, White Mountains,
NH
This trip is part of the Boston Chapter Spring Hiking Program (SHP) and is only open to enrolled participants of that program. Join us on a spring hike to Mount Jackson, a 4,000-footer in the Presidential Range of the White Mountains! (Fun fact: Mount Jackson isn't named after the president, but a NH state geologist). The summit offers stunning views of Crawford Notch and surrounding peaks, weather permitting. Plan for a moderate pace across 5 miles, gaining approximately 2,100 feet of elevation. Estimated hiking time for this trip, depending on the group and conditions, is up to 6 hours. While this trip is intended for SHP participants, it is rigorous by nature. You may be a good fit for a "Vigorous" trip if you are participating in trips that gradually increase in difficulty level, distance, and elevation gain, including at least one recent SHP trip rated as "Moderate" (or an equivalent outside of the program). A good rule of thumb is to plan hikes at least every few weeks, with one trip at least 2/3 of the distance and elevation gain within a few weeks of this trip. To address unforeseen challenges such as adverse weather, unacceptable trail conditions or excessive crowding, the planned trip destination, activity and/or meeting place and time may be modified. In that event, participants may elect to join in that activity or opt out.
Free
