3,119 ft | Montalban Ridge | 0 routes
As of August 28, 2026
Trail conditions on Mount Crawford are currently rated Good. It's 69°F (feels like 69°F) with WSW winds at 8 mph. See the hour-by-hour Mount Crawford weather forecast for summit temps, wind chill, and the best hiking window.
Mount Crawford weather forecast
Hourly summit temps, wind chill & freezing level, trailhead to summit
Feels like 69°F
Recent Precipitation
Rain: 0.06" (24h) · 0.35" (48h)
~4°F drop per 1,000ft
Conditions summary as of August 28, 2026
Mount Crawford is in great shape for a late-August hike with clear skies, mild temperatures, and only minor residual wetness from recent light rain. No above-treeline exposure means wind and weather risks are minimal, though wet rock sections could be slippery. Overall a low-risk day with ample daylight for a comfortable outing.
Expect a gradual temperature drop of about 4°F per 1,000 feet with noticeably stronger winds at the summit (up to 23mph) versus the trailhead (18mph); a light wind layer is advisable for the summit even though temperatures remain mild throughout.
Best Hiking Window
Saturday morning through early afternoon offers the most stable, dry conditions before Sunday's drizzle moves in; an early start (7-10 AM) also avoids any afternoon cloud buildup.
Last synthesized Aug 28, 5:20 PM
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Trail: Davis Path, Crawford Spur
Conditions: Dry Trail, Wet Trail, Wet/Slippery Rock
“A visit to Mt. Crawford today for another four-hour volunteer wilderness monitoring shift for the Forest Service. I've done this several times now and this was the busiest it has ever been. I counted close to 30 hikers, which is far more than in the past. And it wasn't even a weekend. Most were only going as far as Crawford but two went out to Resolution and Stairs. Ground conditions started wet due to overnight rain and it was raining on the drive through Twin Mountain in the morning. The upper ledges were fortunately dry with just a few slippery spots to be mindful of. Rain was in the forecast for the afternoon but didn't materialize and skies were a mix of sun and clouds with a pleasant breeze. Good to chat with folks up there, including one with a unexpected local connection. Small world.”
Trail: Davis Path, Crawford Spur
Conditions: Dry Trail, Wet Trail, Wet/Slippery Rock, Mud - Minor/Avoidable
“Blustery day in the Dry River Wilderness with clouds blowing by very quickly. There was a bit of rain on the drive in as we approached the trailhead, then dry to start the hike. A bit more rain as we began the climb, but we stopped the showers quickly by putting on our raincoats. The rest of the hike up, summit and halfway down was excellent - sunny and great views. With ~1 mile left, the rain came back, heavier, and soaked us the rest of the way to the car...still a great day in the Whites!”
Trail: Davis Path, Mt. Crawford Spur, Mt. Parker Trail, Resolution South Knob Spur, Mt. Langdon Trail
Conditions: Ice - Blue, Snow - Packed Powder/Loose Granular, Snow - Unpacked Powder, Snow/Ice - Postholes
“Point-to-point, Davis Path to Mt. Langdon TH over Mt. Crawford, Resolution ledges, Resolution South Knob, and Mt. Parker. 3-5" fresh snow over a consolidated base and a few hidden postholes here and there, worst going up Resolution. Bareboots/spikes to just past Mt. Resolution, where we opted for snowshoes on the untraveled ridge. Bareboots the last couple of miles. Resolution's icy and sloping ledges require care to traverse. We lucked out and spotted the obscure, unmarked side path to the South Knob, a gem of the White Mtns. What a spot!! From Mt. Parker to the road had seen some traffic, but it was still tricky following the trail in a couple of spots, especially where the trail arcs around in a horseshoe. I really enjoyed this hike. Thanks J&C!”
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Friday Aug 28 | Today Aug 29 | Tomorrow Aug 30 | |||||||
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| AM | PM | night | AM | PM | night | AM | PM | night | |
| Temperature & Wind | |||||||||
| Weather | cloudy | sunny | sunny | sunny | cloudy | cloudy | cloudy | drizzle | drizzle |
| Temp °F hi / lo | 63° 62° | 67° 59° | 58° 50° | 52° 50° | 58° 54° | 58° 57° | 63° 59° | 67° 63° | 62° 54° |
| Chill °F | — | — | 43° | 44° | — | — | — | — | — |
| Wind mph | 8 | 21 | 25 | 16 | 13 | 28 | 24 | 20 | 9 |
| Gust mph est. | 13 | 34 | 40 | 26 | 21 | 42 | 38 | 32 | 14 |
| Storm risk | high | mod | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precipitation | |||||||||
| Precip in (rain/snow) | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Freezing ft | 12,703 ft | 12,539 ft | 11,624 ft | ||||||
| Conditions | |||||||||
| Cloud cover | 100% | 47% | 6% | - | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Vis mi | 9 | clear | 9 | clear | clear | clear | clear | clear | 0.2 |
| UV | 5 | 7 | — | 5 | 7 | — | 3 | 6 | — |
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| Elevation | Friday Aug 28 | Today Aug 29 | Tomorrow Aug 30 |
|---|---|---|---|
| lo/hi °F · wind mph & dir · chill °F | |||
| Summit 3,119 ft | 62/63° 8 | 50/52° 16 | 59/63° 24 |
| 2,500 ft | 64/65° 6 | 51/55° 13 | 60/66° 17 |
| Trailhead 2,000 ft | 65/67° 4 | 52/57° 10 | 61/68° 12 |
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.
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Rising above Crawford Notch in the heart of the White Mountains, this 3,119-foot summit sits along the Montalban Ridge, a long spine extending south from Mount Washington. Despite its modest elevation, the mountain punches above its weight with a rocky, open summit that delivers sweeping views of Crawford Notch, the Presidential Range, and the surrounding valleys below. The approach via the Crawford Connector and Mount Crawford Trail gains elevation steadily through mixed forest before breaking out onto exposed ledges near the top, rewarding hikers with a genuine above-treeline experience. The relatively short round-trip distance makes this a manageable objective for hikers building confidence on rocky terrain. As part of the 52 With A View list, it earns its place through exceptional summit scenery rather than sheer height, making it a favorite among peak baggers seeking quality views without committing to a full Presidential Ridge traverse.
Elevation
3,119 ft
Range
Montalban Ridge
Difficulty
Moderate
Coordinates
44.1367, -71.3324
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1 incident on file · drawn from NH Fish and Game releases and regional reporting
Robert White, of Jackson, NH
On Saturday, October 20, 2012, Robert White of Jackson, NH, slipped and fell while descending the Davis Path on Mount Crawford in Hart's Location, injuring his leg. He and his hiking companion called for help at 4:35 p.m. Conservation Officers, fire department personnel, AVSAR volunteers, AMC staff, ambulance crew and a Forest Service ranger carried White 2.2 miles to the trailhead, and he was transported to Memorial Hospital in North Conway.