1,670 ft | Belknap | 1 route
As of October 16, 2026
Trail conditions on Mount Anna are currently rated Moderate. At 8:40 PM ET it was 57°F at the summit (1,670 ft), feeling like 50°F, with WSW winds at 18 mph. The listed route, Belknap Traverse, is 19.4 miles point to point with 5,295 ft of elevation gain, taking about 9-15 hours. See the hour-by-hour Mount Anna weather forecast for summit temps, wind chill, and the best hiking window.
Red Trail (1.2 mi) · Belknap Range Trail (1.6 mi) · Old Stage Road to Mt. Anna (Blue) (2.1 mi)
Feels like 50°F
Conditions summary as of October 17, 2026
Mount Anna is a low, fully forested summit with no above-treeline exposure, but strong WSW winds with gusts around 34 mph will bring down branches and make the woods noisy and chilly tonight. Saturday brings a sharp cooldown with highs in the low 40s and lows near 30°F, so expect wet leaves, damp rock, and possible slick spots after Friday's drizzle. Sunday looks clear and the most pleasant window, though short autumn daylight still calls for an early start.
Trailhead and summit are very close in elevation, so temperatures (about 43-61°F range) and winds are similar throughout; the freezing level is far above the peak. Layer for wind chill near 31°F with a moisture-wicking base, insulating mid-layer, and windproof shell, and expect more wind on open ledges and summit clearings.
Best Hiking Window
Sunday late morning through early afternoon, after temperatures warm above freezing and under clear skies; Saturday is workable but colder and breezy, so choose midday if hiking then
Last synthesized Oct 16, 8:40 PM ET
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30°F
Summit low
Microspikes
Summit lows near 30°F, so expect ice on rock and the upper trail.
10h 52m
Daylight
Headlamp
Sunset around 5:56 PM, so a late start or a slow descent ends in the dark.
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Conditions synthesized from: NWS Higher Summits Forecast, NOAA Open-Meteo, Mount Washington Observatory, NETC Trip Reports, NOHRSC Snow Depth.
Rising to 1,670 feet in the Belknap Range of central New Hampshire, this modest summit sits within the cluster of peaks surrounding Lake Winnipesaukee, offering hikers a rewarding outing with relatively minimal effort. Rated as an Easy hike, it appeals to beginners and families looking to explore the Belknap Range without tackling more strenuous terrain. The trails here wind through pleasant mixed forest characteristic of the region's lower-elevation mountains. As part of the Belknap 12 peak list, Mount Anna draws peakbaggers working to complete this popular local challenge, which encompasses all twelve summits in the range. While the summit itself is largely wooded, the surrounding Belknap Range provides opportunities for views of Lake Winnipesaukee and the broader Lakes Region landscape. Its accessible nature and manageable elevation gain make it a straightforward objective for hikers of varying experience levels.
Elevation
1,670 ft
Range
Belknap
Difficulty
Easy
Coordinates
43.5047, -71.3171
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