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Winter Hike to the Hancock's

Date and Time

Monday, December 30, 2024

Location

Mt Hancock,
New Hampshire, White Mountains,
NH United States

Registration

Registration is required for this activity.

Overview

Join us for a year end winter adventure on the Hancock's - two of NH's 4,000 peaks. Named for one of our nation's founders - John Hancock, these two peaks used to be some of the most remote in the White Mountains prior to the opening of the Kankamagus Highway in 1959 and development of the trail in 1969. This strenuous and challenging winter hike climbs ~2,600' over a total of ~9.8 miles. Recent hiking experience of similar mileage and elevation, previous winter experience in steep terrain and appropriate winter equipment including mountaineering snowshoes, micro spikes and crampons are required. Potential participants must register online and a trip leader will be in touch to discuss their equipment and prior hiking experience.

AMC Trip Policy

Cost

Free

Click map for driving directions
On the Mt Hancock Trail

Activities

Hiking
Snowshoeing

Offered By

New Hampshire

Status

Open

Difficulty

Strenuous

Audience

Adults (18+)


Leader




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Bill is an active hiker and outdoorsman who has completed is first round of the NH 48 and is now working on his winter 48. Besides hiking, Bill enjoys cross country and downhill skiing, trail running, kayaking and flying small airplanes.

Leader



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David is a four season hike leader with the AMC New Hampshire Chapter. He has completed the NH 48 4K peaks in all seasons and is currently working to complete the New England 67 as well as the New Hampshire Hundred Highest