1,680 ft | Belknap | 1 route
As of October 16, 2026
Trail conditions on Mount Rowe are currently rated Moderate. At 8:40 PM ET it was 57°F at the summit (1,680 ft), feeling like 51°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 Rowe weather forecast for summit temps, wind chill, and the best hiking window.
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Feels like 51°F
Conditions summary as of October 17, 2026
Mount Rowe is a low, fully forested summit, but strong WSW winds (gusts to 32 mph at the summit, higher in the profile data), falling temperatures, and damp conditions from recent rain make Saturday a chilly, blustery day on the trail. Sunday looks like the best option, with clear skies and no precipitation, though an early start is still advised with only about 11 hours of daylight.
Trailhead and summit are close in elevation and temperatures are similar (about 43-61°F), and the freezing level is far above the peak, so there is no freezing transition on the climb. The area is fully below treeline, so wind should be moderated by tree cover, but dress in layers with a wind shell for gusty, cold conditions.
Best Hiking Window
Sunday late morning through early afternoon, when skies are clear and precipitation chances are near zero; Saturday is workable but cold, windy, and overcast.
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 1,680 feet in the Belknap Range of central New Hampshire, this modest summit sits near the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee, offering hikers a rewarding outing without demanding technical skill or significant elevation gain. The Belknap Range lies in the Lakes Region, and the surrounding landscape reflects that character, with views that frequently include the lake's broad expanse and the distant White Mountains. Trails here tend to be well-defined and approachable, making Mount Rowe an accessible objective for families and those newer to hiking. As one of the Belknap 12 peaks, it draws peak baggers working through this regional list, which showcases the range's varied summits. The relatively low elevation means limited above-treeline exposure, but the forested trails and lake-framed vistas give this peak a distinct charm within New Hampshire's broader hiking landscape.
Elevation
1,680 ft
Range
Belknap
Difficulty
Easy
Coordinates
43.5456, -71.3778
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