2,965 ft | Kilkenny | 0 routes
As of October 16, 2026
Trail conditions on Rogers Ledge are currently rated Difficult. At 8:40 PM ET it was 46°F at the summit (2,965 ft), feeling like 38°F, with W winds at 18 mph. See the hour-by-hour Rogers Ledge weather forecast for summit temps, wind chill, and the best hiking window.
Feels like 38°F
Recent Precipitation
Rain: 0.03" (24h) · 0.69" (48h)
Snow: 0.1" (24h) · 0.1" (48h)
Conditions summary as of October 17, 2026
Conditions are poor for the next 48 hours. Rain tonight turns to heavy snow Saturday with highs in the low 30s and lows in the 20s, creating wet, icy, snow-covered trails and strong winds at the ledge. Sunday is cold with lingering snow but looks like the better window; plan for early-season winter conditions and a short 11-hour daylight window.
The trailhead (~2,000ft) runs roughly 38-58°F but the summit (~2,965ft) is 36-56°F with stronger winds (about 35 mph, wind chill near 22°F), and temperatures falling below freezing mean icy or snowy surfaces will build toward the ledge. Layer with a moisture-wicking base, insulating mid-layer, and waterproof shell, and carry extra warmth for the exposed ledge where wind is strongest.
Best Hiking Window
Sunday late morning to early afternoon, after overnight temperatures settle and with the most daylight. Avoid Saturday during heavy snow and tonight's rain. Start early and turn around by early afternoon to be off the trail well before the 5:59 PM sunset.
Last synthesized Oct 16, 8:40 PM ET
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Trail: Mill Brook Trail, Kilkenny Ridge Trail
Conditions: Dry Trail, Wet Trail, Wet/Slippery Rock, Standing/Running Water on Trail, Mud - Minor/Avoidable
“Great view day on Roger's Ledge..saw a total of 10 other hikers and two dogs, all very friendly to talk with...Saw a large bull moose on Rt. 110 in Milan shortly before York Pond Road..caution always needed in that area..as stated the Mill Brook Trail has really improved recently due to the dedication of the trail adopter(s), thanks!!”
Trail: Mill Brook Trail, Kilkenny Ridge Trail
Conditions: Dry Trail, Wet Trail, Wet/Slippery Rock, Standing/Running Water on Trail, Mud - Minor/Avoidable, Mud - Significant
“The trail was in great condition. Due to the recent rain the lower part of Mill Brook Trail was fairly muddy.”
Trail: South Pond Road, Kilkenny Ridge Trail
Conditions: Standing/Running Water on Trail, Mud - Minor/Avoidable
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23°F
Summit low
Microspikes
Summit lows near 23°F, so expect ice on rock and the upper trail.
47 mph
Summit gusts
Waterproof shell
Daytime gusts near 47 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.
Tucked in the remote Kilkenny region of northern New Hampshire, this 2,965-foot summit offers a rewarding experience for hikers seeking solitude away from the busier White Mountain crowds. The trail winds through classic northern hardwood and boreal forest before reaching the open ledges that give the peak its name. Those exposed rocky outcroppings provide the highlight of the hike — sweeping views of the Pilot Range, the Percy Peaks, and the broader North Country landscape. The above-treeline ledge exposure, while modest in scale, delivers a satisfying sense of openness uncommon for peaks at this elevation. Rated moderate in difficulty, the route is accessible to hikers with reasonable fitness and basic trail experience. As a member of the 52 With a View list, it draws peak baggers looking to explore New Hampshire's less-traveled northern ranges.
Elevation
2,965 ft
Range
Kilkenny
Difficulty
Moderate
Coordinates
44.5501, -71.3619
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