Soaring above New Hampshire’s White Mountains since 1938, this engineering marvel continues to captivate visitors with breathtaking views and unmatched accessibility to alpine beauty. A Historic Journey Through the Clouds Standing at the base of Cannon Mountain, you’re about to embark on a journey that connects you to nearly nine decades of American ingenuity. The …
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May 14 2025
White Mountains
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 …
Apr 02 2024
Escudilla Mountain
Escudilla Mountain Rising majestically to 10,916 feet above sea level, Escudilla Mountain stands as Arizona’s third-highest peak and one of the Southwest’s most pristine wilderness destinations. Located in Apache County near the New Mexico border, this volcanic giant offers outdoor enthusiasts an extraordinary blend of diverse wildlife, rich natural history, and spectacular hiking opportunities that …
Feb 15 2024
Mount Baldy (Arizona)
Mount Baldy Rising 11,409 feet above sea level in eastern Arizona, Mount Baldy stands as the state’s fifth-highest peak and the crown jewel of outdoor recreation beyond the San Francisco Peaks near Flagstaff. This extinct stratovolcano, known to the Western Apache as Dzi̧ł Łigai (White Mountain), offers outdoor enthusiasts an unparalleled wilderness experience where sacred …
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 …
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 …