2,630 ft | Sandwich | 0 routes
As of October 17, 2026
Trail conditions on Mount Israel are currently rated Moderate. At 3:20 AM ET it was 33°F at the summit (2,630 ft), feeling like 22°F, with NW winds at 16 mph. See the hour-by-hour Mount Israel weather forecast for summit temps, wind chill, and the best hiking window.
No routes available for this peak.
Mead Trail (1.6 mi) · Wentworth Trail (1.9 mi)
Feels like 22°F
Conditions summary as of October 17, 2026
Cold, windy conditions with gusts to 41 mph and wind chills in the single digits to low 20s at the summit, plus likely wet or icy rock after recent rain and sub-freezing overnight lows. Daylight is limited to about 11 hours, so an early start is wise. Sunday offers calmer, milder and clearer conditions if you can be flexible.
The trailhead (~2,000 ft) is only about 2°F warmer than the summit but noticeably less windy; the freezing level sits near or below the trail, so expect icy patches at any elevation. Start with a wind shell and insulating layer, and add a warm hat and gloves before the exposed ledges and summit, where wind chill drops to roughly 8°F.
Best Hiking Window
Sunday (Oct 18) late morning through mid-afternoon: clear skies, a high near 44°F, no precipitation, and less wind than Saturday. If hiking Saturday, wait until late morning so any ice thaws and aim to finish well before sunset.
Last synthesized Oct 17, 3:20 AM ET
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Trail: Flat Mountain Pond Trail, Guinea Pond Trail, Guinea Pond Spur, Mead Trail
Conditions: Dry Trail, Wet/Slippery Rock, Standing/Running Water on Trail, Mud - Minor/Avoidable
“This was an out-and-back route -- the long way to Mt. Israel -- with a short side trip to Guinea Pond. I measured 10.8 miles with only 1700 feet of elevation gain. The 2.4 mile stretch of Guinea Pond Trail is almost flat (looks like an old railroad bed). Mt. Israel has the finest view of the Sandwich Range. You can see all the peaks from Sandwich Dome to Mt. Chocorua. When you get to the summit, be sure to follow the herd path slightly downhill to the eastern ledges. That's where the unobstructed views are. I missed the Guinea Pond Spur on the way to Mt. Israel, so I visited Guinea Pond on the way back. Don't be deterred by the conditions on the spur. The view of Sandwich Dome from Guinea Pond is worth the trip.”
Trail: Bearcamp River Trail, Wentworth Trail
Conditions: Dry Trail
“Terrific morning - amazing views and beautiful woods, as always.”
Trail: Wentworth Trail
Conditions: Dry Trail, Wet Trail, Wet/Slippery Rock, Mud - Minor/Avoidable
“Trails were dry with some damp areas from the rain overnight. Ledges in the shade were wet. Great views at the summit but better views just beyond the summit of thw while Sandwich Range. Partly cloudy with temps in the 70s and a light wind”
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27°F
Summit low
Microspikes
Summit lows near 27°F, so expect ice on rock and the upper trail.
48 mph
Summit gusts
Waterproof shell
Daytime gusts near 48 mph above treeline, and a shell is what blocks it.
10h 52m
Daylight
Headlamp
Sunset around 5:56 PM, so a late start or a slow descent ends in the dark.
The rest of the list: Winter gear guide · How I pick gear
Conditions synthesized from: NWS Higher Summits Forecast, NOAA Open-Meteo, Mount Washington Observatory, NETC Trip Reports, NOHRSC Snow Depth.
Rising in the heart of the Sandwich Range in central New Hampshire, this 2,630-foot summit offers a rewarding outing for hikers seeking a moderate challenge without committing to a full day in the mountains. The primary route via the Mead Trail winds through pleasant hardwood and mixed forest, characteristic of the lower Sandwich Range terrain. While the summit itself is largely wooded, open ledges near the top reward hikers with satisfying views toward the Squam Lakes region and surrounding hills. The peak sits within the Sandwich Range Wilderness area, adding a sense of genuine backcountry character despite its modest elevation. As one of the 52 With A View (52 WAV) peaks, it draws peakbaggers working through that popular New Hampshire list, making it a meaningful objective for hikers building experience across the region's varied terrain.
Elevation
2,630 ft
Range
Sandwich
Difficulty
Moderate
Coordinates
43.8456, -71.4723
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1 incident on file · drawn from NH Fish and Game releases and regional reporting
60-year-old female from Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Cordelia Moyse, 60, slipped and fell on the Wentworth Trail on Mt. Israel, injuring her leg and rendering her unable to stand or walk. Her hiking companion called 911, and multiple fire departments along with Lakes Region Search and Rescue responded. Moyse was transported by rescue litter approximately 2 miles to the trailhead and then by ambulance to Lakes Region Hospital.