Welcome to New Hampshire
The Appalachian Trail in New Hampshire is rugged and inspiring, offering more miles above treeline—15.2—than any other Trail state. Hiking the ridgeline of the famed White Mountains offers spectacular views and an exceptional sense of personal accomplishment.
160.9
A.T. Miles in State
15
Shelters
400'–6,288'
Elevation Range
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Did You Know?
New Hampshire is rich in hiking and trail building history. The A.T. skirts just below the state’s tallest mountain, Mount Washington at 6,288 feet, along the Crawford Path, which was built in the 1800s and is considered the oldest maintained hiking path in the country Known to have “the worst weather in the world,” Mt. Washington is home to the Mount Washington Observatory which collects weather data for New Hampshire’s high peaks and information on extreme weather conditions. A.T. visitors can take a photo with the mountain’s iconic summit sign.
The A.T. also traverses the popular Franconia Ridge for just over two miles, making it one of the longest continuous stretches of the Trail above tree line. Along with sweeping vistas, A.T. hikers are treated to one of the few arctic alpine zones in New England. The ATC and partners are conducting a formal visitor use management planning process to protect the rare and fragile alpine environment in this section — habitat normally only found in the arctic.
Patty Perillo
Need to Know
Hike Safe in New Hampshire
The mountains are very steep and rugged here, and you need to be in seriously good shape with strong knees before tackling them. The difficult terrain paired with the dangers posed by being above tree line in bad weather means that hikers must be well-prepared. The Presidential Range has seen snow everything month of the year. We recommend getting a Hike Safe Card from the NH Fish and Game.
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AMC’s Thru-Hiker Pass
The White Mountains are also one of the most visited places on the East Coast. To protect this special place and offset management costs, there are rules and fees in place that differ from other places on the Trail. Thru-hikers can take advantage of the Appalachian Mountain Club’s Thru-Hiker Pass.
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Appalachian Mountain Club
At AMC, connecting you to the freedom and exhilaration of the outdoors is our calling. We invite and help people of all ages and abilities to explore and develop a deep appreciation of the natural world. AMC helps you get outdoors on your own, with family and friends, and through activities close to home and beyond. With chapters from Maine to Washington, D.C., including groups in Boston, New York City, and Philadelphia, you can enjoy activities like hiking, paddling, cycling, and skiing, and learn new outdoor skills. We offer advice, guidebooks, maps, and unique lodges and huts to inspire your next outing. You will also have the opportunity to support our conservation advocacy and research, youth programming, and work maintaining 1,800 miles of trails. We invite you to join us in the outdoors.
Join UsA.T. Communities in New Hampshire
There are 2 communities along the Appalachian Trail in New Hampshire that have been recognized by the A.T. Community™ program. These towns are assets for everyone visiting the A.T. and nearby public lands, providing restaurants, supplies, recreation, historic resources, and much more!
Chris Anderson
Day Hikes on the A.T. in New Hampshire
Take a look at these popular day hikes to explore in New Hampshire
Report an Incident
While the Appalachian Trail is a relatively safe place to visit, that does not mean that there are not potential dangers while you are hiking or camping. If you see something, say something — this will help us keep the A.T. as safe as possible for our visitors.
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