The White Mountains stretch across a quarter of New Hampshire and parts of western Maine. Mount Washington, the Northeast’s highest peak, stands at 6,288 feet (1,917 m). This remarkable mountain held the world record for the fastest surface wind gust for 76 years, with winds reaching 231 miles per hour (372 km/h) in 1934. The White …
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Jan 12 2024
The Southern Presidential Traverse
Picture yourself standing atop a windswept ridge, the entire White Mountains spread before you like a living map of granite and green. The Southern Presidential Traverse offers exactly this—a transformative hiking experience that connects some of New Hampshire’s most iconic peaks in a single, unforgettable journey. This magnificent traverse winds through the heart of the …
Nov 23 2023
Mount Washington
Mount Washington (New Hampshire) Standing at 6,288 feet, Mount Washington commands the skyline of New Hampshire’s White Mountains like a sleeping giant wrapped in perpetual drama. This isn’t just another peak—it’s a living laboratory where Arctic conditions collide with temperate forests, creating one of the most fascinating ecosystems in North America. Known for recording the …
Feb 28 2022
Traversing the White Mountains’ Presidential Range
They say you are who you hang out with. For this reason, it is difficult to get a true sense of a mountain until you spend some time with its neighbors. Sometimes the character of one peak may be better appreciated after having explored others in the same range. You know what you’re looking at …
Oct 22 2021
Starter Peaks: Nine Easy Mountains to Climb in the U.S.
If you’re ready to tackle your first peak, or want to explore some of America’s amazing beginner treks, then consider one of these great beginner “walk up” mountains for your next climb. These are some of the easiest of the beginner mountains, and are great for most adventurers in good physical condition. Climbing one of …