Camping is prohibited in the forest protected areas of Chocorua, which are marked by signs on the trails. The trail is well maintained and only has a few somewhat exposed ledge parts near the top. As also noted, the path is not well marked near the top, but there are so many hikers climbing on the weekends, it is not hard to find the right way. A slight chance of rain showers before 7pm. to Mount Chocorua Summit (3490') via the Brook Trail: 3.9 mi., 2600 ft., 3 hr. Philip, note the map shows Weetamoo trail as reaching the summit. Great trail and fantastic views! The Forest Service replaced it in 1934 with an enclosed cabin (Jim Liberty Cabin) with six bunk beds and large chains to hold the roof in place. You can also find it on the 1930 Historic Topo in GaiaGPS or the Historic 1915-1945 . Mount Chocorua is an awesome winter hike. Chocorua is blessed with a multiplicity of trails, allowing for lots of loops and traverses of various length and difficulty. It is located on the footprint of the Old Peak House built in 1891 that was destroyed by a wind storm in 1915. Mount Chocorua. 16 behind the Chocorua Store. Took about 4.5 hours in total with breaks, and some really challenging times on the ascent, but if you are fit and tenacious you can handle it. Winds were non-existent. Mount Waumbek (4,006 feet). Follow Fowlers Mill Road for 2.4 miles where you will see a sign on your right for the Liberty and Brook Trails. 50 min. Please thank them for supporting conservation & public access in the Chocorua Lake Basin, and click on their logo or business name to visit them online. Hiking Trails of North Conway Waterfalls, swimming holes, and hiking can be extremely dangerous. Was pretty overcast the day we summitted. Would recommend snow shoes. All Rights Reserved. Select the players you wish to trade from the rosters below. Our capsules show the matchups along with the Net Rating, Offensive Rating and Defensive Rating for each team. If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. 60 Reviews #1 of 4 things to do in Chocorua. Strong climb towards the top but well worth it for the view. Gorgeous view at the top, but dont recommend when theres so much snow and ice. Trail distances & estimated hiking times from the Paugus Mill Road trailhead: to Hammond Trail (2540'): 2.7 mi., 1650 ft., 2 hr. Sections of the trail involve some scrambling towards the top. www.chocorualakeconservancy.org/mt-Chocorua/cmc, Would be great for mountain goats). Trail Details: Leaving the NE side of the parking lot, the trail ascends at a steady, moderate grade along an old bridle path. Shoes with good traction are recommended. There is a bit of scramble at the very end. In a few spots foot-holds were blasted into the rock with dynamite. The Champney Falls trail off of the Kancamaugus Highway is also popular. To the south, after following some very small roads from route 113A, you can find the Liberty trailhead which leads to the Liberty and Brook trails. to Mt. Piper Trail 2 to 5 hours each way. The Jim Liberty hut has a table in it, as well as a few wooden beds that would be great to sleep on with a sleeping pad and sleeping bag. He is an experienced hiker, backpacker, fly fisherman, trail runner, and spends his free time in the outdoors. Find the best walking trails near you in Pacer App. Elevation gain: 2,300 feet. 0000002395 00000 n Tools and Resources Used by Real General Managers. Caution: This trail can be hazardous in wet or icy conditions. These routes are the simplest, safest, and most easily accessed during the winter months. Search for "Mt Chocorua Liberty Trailhead and Parking." Some evidence of the Halfway House may still be found. Next trip up there, Id like to try the Three Sisters and Mt. Exercise a lot of caution in these conditions and wear crampons/microspikes. Surprisingly strenuous though. In preparing for this hike, Id read a pair of trip reports by Steve Smith, author of the Mountain Wandering Blog and co-editor of the White Mountain Guide, and John Compton, author of the 1 Happy Hike Blog, whod both waxed poetic about Bald Mountain, which the Hammond Trail climbs before continuing on the Chocorua. Essentially, Kearsage North with a scramble at the end. from the parking lot off Route 16, with the Hammond Trail well up on Bald Mountain, and gives access to the open ledges of the south ridge of Chocorua from the Piper Trail.. The Jim Liberty Trail is wet on it's lower third in a few places. The Jim Liberty Trail is the oldest and perhaps "easiest" way to ascend the mountain but it's more interesting to ascend the Brook Trail and descend by way of Jim Liberty. However, I could still make out a faint path and followed it uphill past sporadic blazes. Quick Navigation: Directions below. Many consider this slightly harder than the liberty trail. Sections of the trail involve some scrambling towards the top. The U.S. Forest Service built the Liberty Cabin there in 1934, a smaller structure, that remains today (access is on the Liberty Trail) and can sleep 6 people on a first-come basis. Spikes were helpful in some areas. 0000016028 00000 n Anywhere below these areas, you can legally set up a tent. 15 min. to Mt. History: The Piper Trail was first blazed by Joshua Piper in the 1860s. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 40. Treat it with respect and its a beautiful peak, and go on a weekday if you want it to yourself. xb```"CV*~g`C@,H u c @ Fires are NOT allowed in or around the cabin. Very pretty forest areas all the way - when you look up from the roots and rocks.Would not do this in wet weather, or when it has been raining a lot on the days before.The trailhead requires a bit of a drive along unpaved roads. 36 0 obj <>stream It has excellent views on the rocky ledges near the summit of Mt. The most popular trailhead (Piper Trail) is directly off of Rt. In 1892, David Knowles and Newell Forrest bought the rights to the Liberty Trail and Halfway House from Jim Liberty. Backpacking the White Mountain 4000 Footers. It's considered a part of the. It meets up with Jim Liberty Cabin .5 miles away from the summit, where you begin some rock scrambling. The summit of Mount Chocorua is .2-mile farther via the Brook Trail. 7 miles round-trip. A common loop is to ascend the Carter Ledge, and descend the Hammond or Piper Trail. An excellent loop trip can be made by ascending the Brook Trail and descending the Liberty Trail. The Hammond Trail trailhead is on Scott Road off NH Rt. (9 miles total) One of easiest routes Room for about 5 cars. Don't jump into a swimming hole without scouting it first. The Save. Just. to Claybank Brook crossing (1900'): 2.5 mi., 1000 ft., 1 hr. It is only shortly after the Rocky Gorge Scenic area coming from Route 16. Though relatively low in elevation compared to other White Mountain peaks, Chocorua can be quite dangerous in bad weather with little cover. 0000001036 00000 n many small river crossings. Great hike.starting sectionals are bit slippery then it becomes rocky. Chocorua Lake ConservancyPO Box 105Chocorua, NH 03817(603) 323-6252info@chocorualake.org. Lenny72 - Apr 29, 2016 11:35 pm Date Climbed: Apr 23, 2016. No trash and no toilets so be prepared. In 1915, the Peak House was blown off the mountain. The trail climbs the steep, open ledges of the Farlow Ridge with cairns and yellow blazes to mark the way. Our gratitude to all our business partners. Shoes with good traction are recommended. 16 just north of the junction with NH 113 in Chocorua Village. Well maintained and marked trail. Chance of precipitation is 90%. Built in 1932 and renovated in 1974, this cabin is located on the Liberty Trail on the southwest shoulder of Mt. startxref Mount Chocorua via Hammond Trail and Liberty Trail. Maintenance: The Liberty Trail is maintained by the U.S. Forest Service (USFS). While we were hiking the trail, a young man slipped by the falls and died. Max is a published author for various outdoor and marketing websites. It was a lot of flat walking. A perfect view to the north and west into the heart of the White Mountains, and the many surrounding lakes and peaks nearby. My 52 yr old body was toast by the time we got done, but I loved it and can't wait to go again someday. 2.5 miles in we experienced 3 feet of snow. 0000001166 00000 n It offers a gradual incline and elevation gain of around 2,500 feet. Weetamoo does not go to the summit. (Trails connect eventually to the Liberty and Champney trailheads, and to a complex of trails around the Ferncroft trailhead which serves. Maintenance: The Brook Trail is maintained by the Chocorua Mountain Club (CMC). Take a sweater at is windy at the top. It took us 5:30hrs at a decent pace - according to signs on the trail, its a total of 8 miles. Aconcagua mountain itself has many routes, photos, and trip reports as children. Went up via the Liberty trail and found it to be a very enjoyable 8 mile round trip hike. Joined Feb 27, 2004 Messages 981 Reaction score 165. Hiked 6/4/22. The Champney Falls Trail is known for the waterfalls Chocorua summit (3490'): 3.6 mi., 2600 ft., 3 hr. ALLTRAILS and the AllTrails Mountain Design are registered trademarks of AllTrails, LLC in the United States as well as certain other jurisdictions. I also like that it was not a popular trail, as only passed one couple, and that was near the end.Like other comments, the last bit up to the top of the mountain was not well marked, so following others is very useful to figure it out, and not mistaking blazes for lichen.the view was lovely, and ate lunch before heading back down via liberty, which can be traversed fairly quickly on the way down. No views until out of the woods Weird warm weather walking Highly recommend! Only saw a handful of people at the summit. May 6, 2007 #1 I started out the day trying to be a responsible home owner. *Also, I'm not sure if my GPS is off, but AppleWatch says this route is 8.3, not ~7.5. Be prepared and don't under estimate this mountain. the Bolles Trail is sometimes referred to as the Lost Trail. This trail is 8.6 miles round trip (4.3 to the summit) with around 2,700 feet of elevation gain. Klay Thompson embodies both the zombie-like malaise of the Warriors, and that of the league in general as we end another long season in its most laborious, most unstable era ever. Trail Maps |Directions |Camping |Trail Conditions |History. Hundreds of people have been injured or killed in the waterfalls and swimming holes of New England over the years. A cabin was constructed on the Peak House site in 1924 by the Chocorua Mountain Club. Rain Jackets: How to Make your DWR Last Longer. Select the third team from the drop down menu. The trail is NOT dangerous, but please take a picture of yourself near the bottom of the falls and do not venture onto any wet rocks. Only went up to Bald Mountain but really nice hike. Chocorua summit (3490'): 3.6 mi., 2600 ft., 3 hr. The next major landmark on my climb was the intersection between the Hammond Trail and the Liberty Trail. to Jim Liberty Cabin (2980'): 3.3 mi., 2100 ft., 2 hr. 15 min. From there it isa short but wet hike to the cabin, through the alpine flora and open ledges that surround Chocoruas summit area. Dont. endstream endobj 16 0 obj <> endobj 17 0 obj <> endobj 18 0 obj <>/ColorSpace<>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageC/ImageI]/ExtGState<>>> endobj 19 0 obj <> endobj 20 0 obj <> endobj 21 0 obj [/ICCBased 29 0 R] endobj 22 0 obj [/Indexed 21 0 R 15 30 0 R] endobj 23 0 obj [/Indexed 21 0 R 255 32 0 R] endobj 24 0 obj <> endobj 25 0 obj <> endobj 26 0 obj <>stream The Durrell Brook is crossed at 1.1 miles, one third of the way to Jim Liberty Cabin. Mt Chocorua is a very popular mountain in the White Mountain National Forest, one that you can climb from many directions and up many different trails. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Most maps do not show the Forest Protection Area (which is a subset of the Mt Chocorua Scenic Area), but here's one that does: There is a lean-to and a small tent platform (, "La faim justifie les moyens" It's an amazing resource. 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