Thursday, December 19, 2024, 8:30AM - 3:30PM
Jefferson NH,
New Hampshire, White Mountains,
NH
Please join us on a hike to Mount Waumbek (4,006'), one of the easier 48 four thousand footers. Along the way we will pass over Mt. Starr King (3,915'), one of the 52 With-A-View mountains. Both mountains lie along the western end of the Pliny Range which is north of US 2 in Jefferson. Although Mt. Waumbek's summit is wooded with no views, Mt. Starr King offers a view the Northern Presidentials. We will be hiking the Mt. Starr King trail to both summits which are below treeline. Grades are moderate and footing is generally good. The hike is 7.2 miles round trip and ascends 2700 feet. We will hike at a moderate pace of 1-1.5 mph, making the trip in about 7 hours. This hike is rate Vigorous using the AMC Activity Rating System. While technically Fall, you can expect there will be ice and snow on the trails so full winter gear including winter traction (micro-spikes and snowshoes) are required for this hike. A full gear list will be provided to confirmed participants on the hike. This hike is open to all that qualify and you do not have to be a member of AMC to participate. On-line registration is required and you can expect to be contacted for additional screening prior to confirmation. 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
