3,238 ft | Smarts Mountain | 0 routes
As of August 29, 2026
Trail conditions on Smarts Mountain are currently rated Good. It's 57°F (feels like 52°F) with NNW winds at 10 mph. See the hour-by-hour Smarts Mountain weather forecast for summit temps, wind chill, and the best hiking window.
Smarts Mountain weather forecast
Hourly summit temps, wind chill & freezing level, trailhead to summit
Feels like 52°F
~3.8°F drop per 1,000ft
Conditions summary as of August 29, 2026
Smarts Mountain is in good shape for late August, with dry-to-mostly-dry trail conditions expected, mild temperatures, and no precipitation in the last 24 hours. Wind gusts to 20 mph at the summit and breezy conditions from the trailhead up to the ridge are the main factor to plan for, along with a few lingering wet or slippery rock sections reported near the summit ledges.
Expect temperatures to drop about 4-8°F from trailhead to summit, with winds increasing noticeably above the trailhead zone; bring a wind layer to add once you gain elevation, especially near open ledges where gusts are strongest.
Best Hiking Window
Early morning Saturday (August 29) shortly after sunrise through early afternoon, taking advantage of calm conditions before any overcast moisture develops later in the week
Last synthesized Aug 29, 12:20 AM
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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: Lambert Ridge Trail
Conditions: Dry Trail, Wet Trail
“This hike enjoys views partway up. There are trees around the summit blocking views except by going up the fire tower which provides nice views in all directions. To get to the top of the fire tower you have to push a rather heavy door to get inside the top platform. Just a short distance from the peak is the Smarts Mountain Shelter, used by AT thru-hikers. See more info about this hike and other New Hampshire hikes on www.summitsmarts.com”
Trail: Daniel Doan Trail, J Trail
Conditions: Dry Trail, Wet Trail, Wet/Slippery Rock, Standing/Running Water on Trail, Mud - Minor/Avoidable
“Mousely Brook Rd and Daniel Doan trailhead parkings both in good shape. Still a lot of logging activity at the bottom of Daniel Doan but it's easy to follow the trail - looks freshly marked!”
Trail: Lambert Ridge Trail
Conditions: Dry Trail, Wet Trail, Wet/Slippery Rock, Standing/Running Water on Trail, Mud - Minor/Avoidable, Mud - Significant
“No Ice or snow on the trail which was a bonus. Saw 4 hikers and 2 trail runners. The trail is still fairly wet in spots which was the only issue. It was sunny on the way up, but the clouds moved in just before I hit the lookout tower. On the way down had a mix of light spotty rain, some flurries and occasional sun.”
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Friday Aug 28 | Today Aug 29 | Tomorrow Aug 30 | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 62° 60° | 64° 59° | 57° 49° | 51° 50° | 58° 53° | 59° 57° | 60° 59° | 65° 62° | 64° 57° |
| Chill °F | — | — | 41° | 44° | — | — | — | — | — |
| Wind mph | 8 | 16 | 29 | 18 | 14 | 31 | 31 | 25 | 29 |
| Gust mph est. | — | — | 34 | 24 | — | — | 42 | — | — |
| Storm risk | mod | high | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precipitation | |||||||||
| Precip in (rain/snow) | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Freezing ft | 13,228 ft | 12,858 ft | 11,460 ft | ||||||
| Conditions | |||||||||
| Cloud cover | 100% | 100% | 4% | - | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Vis mi | 8 | clear | 10 | clear | clear | clear | clear | clear | 9 |
| UV | 5 | 7 | — | 5 | 7 | — | 4 | 5 | — |
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| Elevation | Friday Aug 28 | Today Aug 29 | Tomorrow Aug 30 |
|---|---|---|---|
| lo/hi °F · wind mph & dir · chill °F | |||
| Summit 3,238 ft | 60/62° 8 | 50/51° 18 | 59/60° 31 |
| 2,500 ft | 61/63° 8 | 52/55° 18 | 61/64° 26 |
| Trailhead 2,000 ft | 62/65° 7 | 53/57° 16 | 62/66° 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 3,238 feet in the heart of the Upper Connecticut River Valley region of New Hampshire, this rugged summit offers one of the more rewarding hikes in the region despite its modest elevation. The approach via the Lambert Ridge Trail treats hikers to an extended ridge walk with open ledges that provide sweeping views well before reaching the top. The upper mountain features meaningful above-treeline exposure across open rocky terrain, making it feel more alpine than its elevation suggests. A restored fire tower at the summit dramatically expands the panorama, delivering 360-degree views encompassing the Connecticut River Valley, Vermont's Green Mountains, and surrounding peaks. As part of the 52 With A View list, this peak earns its place through genuine scenic payoff and trail character. The Difficult rating reflects sustained climbing and rocky footing that demands solid footwear and reasonable fitness.
Elevation
3,238 ft
Range
Smarts Mountain
Difficulty
Difficult
Coordinates
43.8255, -72.0381
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