2,220 ft | Squam Range | 0 routes
As of August 28, 2026
Trail conditions on Mount Morgan are currently rated Good. It's 74°F (feels like 77°F) with WSW winds at 8 mph. See the hour-by-hour Mount Morgan weather forecast for summit temps, wind chill, and the best hiking window.
Mount Morgan weather forecast
Hourly summit temps, wind chill & freezing level, trailhead to summit
Feels like 77°F
Recent Precipitation
Rain: 0.04" (24h) · 0.61" (48h)
~4.2°F drop per 1,000ft
Conditions summary as of August 28, 2026
Mount Morgan is in great shape for a summer hike with clear skies, mild temperatures, and minimal recent rainfall. Trails may have a few lingering damp or muddy spots from the light rain over the last two days, but overall conditions are favorable for hikers of most experience levels. With over 13 hours of daylight, there's ample time to enjoy this classic Squam Range loop.
Temperature differences between trailhead and summit are minimal on this low-elevation hike (roughly 3-4°F cooler at the top), so heavy layering isn't necessary—a light long-sleeve or windbreaker in a pack is sufficient for summit breezes.
Best Hiking Window
Saturday or Sunday morning between sunrise (6:04 AM) and early afternoon offers the most comfortable temperatures and dry trail conditions before any afternoon cloud buildup.
Last synthesized Aug 28, 5:20 PM
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Trailblazer adds the full 7-day summit forecast, the best day to go for every peak, and conditions for each route up.
Trail: Mt. Morgan Trail, Morse Trail, Mt. Percival Trail, Crawford-Ridgepole Trail
Conditions: Dry Trail, Wet Trail, Mud - Minor/Avoidable
“My daughter and I greatly enjoyed this classic loop hike in the Squam Lake region; dry rocks and partly cloudy skies provided optimal conditions to negotiate the caves, ladders, and sections of scrambling near the summits of Percival and Morgan. Those mosquitoes were a major incentive to keep the pace up below treeline, especially on wet sections of the trail. There were minor areas of muddy trail on the lower half of the Mt. Morgan descent, with just enough protruding or partially protruding rocks to avoid wet feet (with balance and caution). The early start meant we didn't see any other hikers until just before the caves/cliffs split below Mt. Percival. There were plenty more enjoying the day by the time we came down from Mt. Morgan. Full details on Unnecessary Climb!”
Trail: Mt. Morgan Trail, Crawford-Ridgepole Trail, Mt. Percival Trail
Conditions: Wet Trail, Mud - Minor/Avoidable
Trail: Mt. Morgan Trail, Crawford Ridgepole Trail
Conditions: Dry Trail, Standing/Running Water on Trail, Mud - Minor/Avoidable, Mud - Significant
“Mt. Morgan Trail to the ridge was mostly dry this morning, but there were a few mud pits. Typical muck thereafter due to active erosion. Ladders/ledges were dry. Rain started late in the morning, so it's probably wet now. Trailing arbutus and violet in bloom. Nice sunny start to the morning with blue skies and temperatures around 40F.”
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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 | cloudy | sunny | sunny | cloudy | cloudy | cloudy | cloudy | cloudy |
| Temp °F hi / lo | 65° 63° | 71° 64° | 63° 54° | 57° 54° | 63° 59° | 62° 61° | 64° 61° | 72° 65° | 66° 59° |
| Chill °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Wind mph | 7 | 22 | 27 | 18 | 12 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 26 |
| Gust mph est. | — | 26 | 33 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Storm risk | mod | mod | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precipitation | |||||||||
| Precip in (rain/snow) | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Freezing ft | 12,831 ft | 12,854 ft | 11,724 ft | ||||||
| Conditions | |||||||||
| Cloud cover | 100% | 100% | - | - | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Vis mi | 10 | clear | clear | clear | clear | clear | clear | clear | clear |
| UV | 5 | 7 | — | 5 | 7 | — | 4 | 6 | — |
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| Elevation | Friday Aug 28 | Today Aug 29 | Tomorrow Aug 30 |
|---|---|---|---|
| lo/hi °F · wind mph & dir · chill °F | |||
| Summit 2,220 ft | 63/65° 7 | 54/57° 18 | 61/64° 23 |
| Trailhead 2,000 ft | 64/65° 6 | 54/58° 17 | 61/64° 21 |
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 to 2,220 feet in the Squam Range of central New Hampshire, this rewarding moderate hike offers some of the finest views in the Lakes Region. The summit and its nearby ledges provide sweeping panoramas of Squam Lake below, with the White Mountains visible on the horizon. The trail passes through pleasant hardwood and mixed forest before opening onto open rocky outcrops that reward hikers with above-treeline-style exposure despite the modest elevation. The route is well-defined and manageable for hikers of average fitness, making it a popular choice for those exploring beyond the more heavily trafficked peaks to the north. As a member of the 52 With A View (52 WAV) peak list, it attracts peak baggers seeking standout scenery at accessible elevations. The combination of lake views, open ledges, and relatively short approach makes this one of the most satisfying summits in the Squam Range.
Elevation
2,220 ft
Range
Squam Range
Difficulty
Moderate
Coordinates
43.8039, -71.5662
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1 incident on file · drawn from NH Fish and Game releases and regional reporting
70-year-old male from Barrington, Rhode Island
Duncan Sutherland, 70, slipped and fell on the descent from Mt. Morgan, landing on his back and hip and was unable to stand or walk. Nearby hikers called 911 and responders from multiple fire departments and LRSAR carried him out to the trailhead by 2:45 p.m. He was then transported to Speare Memorial Hospital in Plymouth for evaluation and treatment.