Jackson and Webster Loop

The Jackson and Webster Loop is 6.1 miles around the loop, starting at Webster-Jackson Trailhead. At AMC book time (half the distance in hours plus 30 minutes per 1,000 ft of climbing), that works out to roughly 3-6 hours. Most parties take longer than book time on rough or above-treeline terrain, in winter, or with a heavy pack.

The Jackson and Webster Loop climbs about 2,367 ft over 6.1 miles, an average of roughly 385 ft of gain per mile. That figure is cumulative ascent across the whole loop, not the difference between the trailhead and the high point.

HikerNerd rates the Jackson and Webster Loop Moderate on a six-tier scale from Easy to Most demanding. The rating comes from the route itself: its 6.1 miles, 2,367 ft of gain, and the steepest quarter mile of trail, with routes known for scrambles or ledges rated a step harder. It is the same scale our NH 4,000-footer difficulty ranking uses. Above-treeline exposure, water crossings, and winter conditions can still make a well-rated route the hardest day of your year, so check current conditions before committing.

The Jackson and Webster Loop summits 2 named peaks: Mount Jackson, Mount Webster.

The Jackson and Webster Loop starts at Webster-Jackson Trailhead. Check the trail alerts on this page before you drive: trailhead access and parking in the White Mountains change with closures and construction.