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Appalachian Trail: Pinkham Notch to Grafton Notch
A beautiful segment of the AT, summiting the final 4,000-footers in New Hampshire before heading into Maine.
Severe Hiking
- Distance
- 72 km
- Ascent
- 5.1 km
- Descent
- 5.2 km
Carter Notch Pass
Trail through Carter Notch
Hiking Moderate
- Distance
- 11 km
- Ascent
- 479 m
- Descent
- 585 m
- Duration
- 2-3 hrs
- Low Point
- 457 m
- High Point
- 1 km
- Gradient
- 12˚
This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's very remote, it features medium exposure and is typically done all year round. From a low point of 457 m to the maximum altitude of 1 km, the route covers 11 km, 479 vertical metres of ascent and 585 vertical metres of descent.
Description
Moderately Trafficked trail locked near Jackson, NH that takes you to Carter Notch, and features beautiful wild flowers. Dogs must be kept on leash.
Difficulty
Moderate
Hiking along trails with some uneven terrain and small hills. Small rocks and roots may be present.
Medium Exposure
The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.
Remoteness
Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.
Best time to visit
Features
- Alpine
- Wildlife
- Picturesque
- Dog friendly
- Wild flowers
- Water features
- Forestry or heavy vegetation
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