1,786 ft | Belknap Range | 1 route
Feels like 38°F
~2.4°F drop per 1,000ft
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.
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Rising above the eastern shore of Lake Winnipesaukee in the Belknap Range, this popular 1,786-foot summit offers one of the most rewarding payoffs for the effort required in New Hampshire hiking. The relatively short trail gains elevation steadily through mixed forest before opening onto expansive, rocky open ledges near the summit — a surprisingly dramatic above-treeline feel for such a modest peak. From the top, panoramic views stretch across Lake Winnipesaukee's island-dotted waters, with the White Mountains visible to the north on clear days. The scenery makes this one of the most scenic low-elevation hikes in the state. As part of the Belknap 12 peak list, it draws both casual hikers and peak baggers exploring the range. Its accessibility and stunning lakeside vistas make it a standout destination, particularly appealing to families and those newer to hiking.
Elevation
1,786 ft
Range
Belknap Range
Difficulty
Easy
Coordinates
43.5135, -71.2873
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