2,044 ft | Belknap Range | 0 routes
Feels like 47°F
Recent Precipitation
Rain: 0.77" (24h) · 0.77" (48h)
~2.6°F drop per 1,000ft
Best Hiking Window
Saturday, April 18 offers the best conditions with clearing skies and only 15% precipitation chance — allow Friday's rain to pass before heading out. Early morning starts on Saturday are recommended to take advantage of improved conditions before any residual cloud cover returns.
No routes available for this peak.
Rising to 2,044 feet in the Belknap Range of central New Hampshire, this moderate summit offers hikers a rewarding outing in the Lakes Region near Gilford and Laconia. As one of the 12 peaks comprising the Belknap 12 peak list, Piper Mountain attracts both casual hikers and those working to complete the full range. The trail network in the Belknap Range State Forest provides a relatively accessible approach, winding through mixed hardwood and conifer forest characteristic of this compact range. While Piper Mountain sits below treeline, hikers may find partial viewpoints depending on the specific route taken. The peak's moderate rating makes it suitable for hikers with basic fitness and experience, though some sections involve rocky footing typical of New Hampshire terrain. Its inclusion in the Belknap 12 gives it particular appeal for peak-baggers exploring this often-overlooked range west of Lake Winnipesaukee.
Elevation
2,044 ft
Range
Belknap Range
Difficulty
Moderate
Coordinates
43.5038, -71.3777
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