Winter Mountaineering in New Hampshire’s 4K Footers
Top three reasons to go Mountaineering in New Hampshire
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Conquer one or more of New Hampshire’s legendary 4k footers
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Ascend routes appropriate for both beginners and hardcore enthusiasts
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Take in the Granite State’s stunning snowy vistas and mesmerizing wilderness
At first glance, mountaineering in New Hampshire is no different than doing it anywhere else in the world. You pack your handy crampons and ice ax and traverse, scramble, and rock and ice climb up a snow-capped mountain, ready to admire the vistas from above. However, what sets the Granite State apart from the competition is the ludicrous route density—this tiny state houses 48 4,000 foot mountains! And it’s not only about the quantity—New Hampshire boasts some of the highest quality climbs in the American Northeast. The Presidentials and the numerous ranges in the White Mountains offer hundreds of engaging alpine trails on world-class rock, snow, and ice for newcomers and seasoned mountaineers alike. To top it all off, the winters here are long and the conditions are ideal for mountaineering, so you get to sneak in as many summit attempts as you want!
SeasonNovember through April |
Nearest cityPortland, ME, is just an hour and a half away |
Duration1 day |
Skill levelBeginner to advanced |