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Belknap Mountain
Gilford, NH
Trailheads, measurements, times, distances, and maps are all approximate and relative to the hike(s) as shown below.
A recently rebuilt stretch of the Red Trail
Route: Blue Trail, Red Trail, (Belknap Mountain), Red Trail, Blue Trail
Trails were mostly dry with thick leaves in places and some slippery ledge. Descended the East Gilford Trail a bit to catch the sunrise (without the communications tower obstructing).
| Hike Ratings |
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Getting To Trailhead: |
Easy |
| Destination: |
Belknap Mountain |
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Length: |
Easy |
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Steepness: |
Difficult |
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Navigation: |
Easy |
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Views: |
Excellent |
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Crowds: |
Minimal |
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| Hike Stats |
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Date Hiked: |
Saturday, November 7, 2015 |
| Parking Elevation: |
1,670' |
| Destination: |
Belknap Mountain |
| Trailhead Elevation: |
1,710' |
| Summit Elevation: |
2,382' |
| Vertical Gain: |
677' |
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| Hike Vertical Gain: |
722' |
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The sunrise from the Belknap Mountain fire tower
Directions to trailhead: From Route 11A East (from Route 3), take a right on Hoyt Road. Continue down this road as it becomes Belknap Mountain Road. Eventually, take a left onto the Carriage Road. In season, one can drive up the road (gate locked at 6 PM) and park in the upper parking lot. The Red Trail trailhead is located beyond the garage near the parking lot.
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