2,723 ft | Jackson | 0 routes
As of August 29, 2026
Trail conditions on Iron Mountain are currently rated Good. It's 49°F (feels like 45°F) with SW winds at 4 mph. See the hour-by-hour Iron Mountain weather forecast for summit temps, wind chill, and the best hiking window.
Iron Mountain weather forecast
Hourly summit temps, wind chill & freezing level, trailhead to summit
Feels like 45°F
~3.6°F drop per 1,000ft
Conditions summary as of August 29, 2026
Iron Mountain is in great late-summer shape with dry, clear conditions, light winds, and no recent precipitation of note. This is a low-key, low-exposure hike with no significant hazards, making it a solid choice for any time of day given the long daylight window. Trail reports from earlier this year confirm the route clears up nicely once snow and mud season pass.
Expect a mild temperature drop of a few degrees from trailhead to summit with winds picking up somewhat higher up; a light wind layer is helpful near the ledges and summit, but no major gear transitions are needed on this low-elevation hike.
Best Hiking Window
Early morning to early afternoon Saturday through Monday, taking advantage of clear skies and long daylight (sunrise 6:03 AM, sunset 7:28 PM)
Last synthesized Aug 29, 7:20 AM
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Trail: Iron Mountain Trail
Conditions: Dry Trail, Wet Trail, Wet/Slippery Rock, Mud - Minor/Avoidable
“The trail was in great shape snow and ice is gone. Hit the summit, the ledges view and Iron Mt. Mine. Great views from the ledges and the mine was pretty cool. Also hit the side trail to the Mt. Washington and Wildcats view on the way down from the summit.”
Trail: Iron Mountain Trail
Conditions: Dry Trail, Mud - Minor/Avoidable
“Dry trail with a puddle just before the ledges. Fun trail to hike with the switchbacks. Brief snow flurries on then ascent, but we had good views.”
Trail: Iron Mountain Trail
Conditions: Dry Trail, Wet Trail, Standing/Running Water on Trail, Mud - Minor/Avoidable
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Today Aug 29 | Tomorrow Aug 30 | Monday Aug 31 | |||||||
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| AM | PM | night | AM | PM | night | AM | PM | night | |
| Temperature & Wind | |||||||||
| Weather | sunny | cloudy | cloudy | cloudy | cloudy | cloudy | sunny | sunny | cloudy |
| Temp °F hi / lo | 55° 52° | 61° 57° | 61° 60° | 62° 59° | 66° 59° | 58° 54° | 62° 54° | 66° 61° | 60° 57° |
| Chill °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Wind mph | 8 | 14 | 27 | 28 | 21 | 10 | 6 | 7 | 5 |
| Gust mph est. | — | 19 | — | 38 | 30 | 16 | — | — | — |
| Storm risk | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precipitation | |||||||||
| Precip in (rain/snow) | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Freezing ft | 12,349 ft | 11,653 ft | 13,201 ft | ||||||
| Conditions | |||||||||
| Cloud cover | - | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | - | 5% | 100% |
| Vis mi | clear | clear | clear | clear | clear | clear | clear | clear | clear |
| UV | 5 | 7 | — | 4 | 6 | — | 5 | 7 | — |
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| Elevation | Today Aug 29 | Tomorrow Aug 30 | Monday Aug 31 |
|---|---|---|---|
| lo/hi °F · wind mph & dir · chill °F | |||
| Summit 2,723 ft | 52/55° 8 | 59/62° 28 | 54/62° 6 |
| 2,500 ft | 53/56° 7 | 60/63° 25 | 53/63° 6 |
| Trailhead 2,000 ft | 54/58° 6 | 62/65° 20 | 54/65° 5 |
4 more days of forecast — plan around the weather window, not just tomorrow.
Conditions synthesized from: NWS Higher Summits Forecast, NOAA Open-Meteo, Mount Washington Observatory, NETC Trip Reports, NOHRSC Snow Depth, Mt. Washington Avalanche Center, USGS Stream Levels, OpenWeather Air Quality.
AI-generated from public data. Always verify conditions before heading out — backcountry weather can change quickly.
No routes available for this peak.
Rising in the Jackson range of New Hampshire's White Mountains, this 2,723-foot summit offers a rewarding experience well-suited to hikers of moderate fitness. The trail winds through classic northern hardwood and conifer forest before reaching the open ledges near the top, where hikers are rewarded with satisfying views of the surrounding valleys and peaks. While the summit does not extend far above treeline, the exposed rocky outcroppings provide pleasant spots to pause and take in the scenery. The relatively modest elevation gain makes this an approachable objective without sacrificing a genuine sense of accomplishment. As a member of the 52 With A View peak list, it attracts hikers working to complete that popular New Hampshire challenge, which emphasizes summits offering meaningful vistas. Its location near Jackson makes it convenient to pair with other regional hiking destinations.
Elevation
2,723 ft
Range
Jackson
Difficulty
Moderate
Coordinates
44.1348, -71.2392
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3 incidents on file · drawn from NH Fish and Game releases and regional reporting
Peter Frayley, 60, from Charlestown, Rhode Island
On April 24, 2026, Peter Frayley, 60, fell from a platform on the Iron Mountain fire tower after a loose board gave way, resulting in a fractured ankle. He was unable to walk and 911 was called. Rescuers from NHFG, LRSAR, and AVSAR carried him out in a rescue litter to the trailhead, where he was transported to Memorial Hospital in North Conway.
62-year-old female hiker from Dedham, MA
On May 30, 2024, Eileen Centofanti, 62, went off trail while hiking Iron Mountain alone and became lost over a mile from the Iron Mountain Trail. She was able to place a 911 call despite poor cell service, and a Conservation Officer hiked in to her location via a gated Forest Service road. Centofanti was uninjured and hiked out under her own power, reaching the officer's vehicle shortly before 7:00 p.m.
Robert Carroll of Hampton, NH
On June 16, 2023, Robert Carroll of Hampton, NH suffered a medical emergency approximately 0.5 miles from the summit of Iron Mountain on the Iron Mountain Trail. After rest, he was able to walk with assistance to the trailhead, arriving around 2:30 p.m. Rescuers contended with heavy rain and thunderstorms during the operation.