1,890 ft | Belknap Range | 1 route
Feels like 34°F
Recent Precipitation
Rain: 0.04" (24h) · 1.53" (48h)
~4.2°F drop per 1,000ft
Best Hiking Window
Monday offers slightly lower precipitation probability (22%) compared to Sunday, but rain remains likely both days. If hiking Sunday, an early morning start takes advantage of the current clear sky before forecasted rain moves in. Tuesday (June 2) looks more promising with an overcast but warmer forecast near 66°F — the best window in the 48-hour-plus outlook for drier conditions.
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.
Rising to 1,890 feet in the Belknap Range of central New Hampshire, this moderate peak sits within the compact cluster of summits that make up the popular Belknap 12 hiking challenge. Located in the Lakes Region near Gilford and Laconia, Straightback Mountain offers hikers a rewarding outing without requiring an all-day commitment. The trails here wind through mixed hardwood and conifer forest typical of the region's lower elevation ranges. While the summit is largely wooded, partial views of the surrounding Lakes Region landscape reward those who explore the upper reaches. The mountain's straightforward character makes it an accessible stepping stone for hikers working through the Belknap 12 list, while still providing enough elevation gain to feel like a genuine accomplishment. Its proximity to neighboring Belknap peaks also makes it a natural candidate for multi-summit days in this scenic central New Hampshire range.
Elevation
1,890 ft
Range
Belknap Range
Difficulty
Moderate
Coordinates
43.5064, -71.3005
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