Get to know the trail groups of the white mountain. To make it easier, weve put together a brief overview of some of the key trail clubs in the white mountains for you. As such they manage the forest on the basis of multiple uses and a sustained yield of timber. White river national forest is a national forest in northwest colorado.
White mountain national forest national forest foundation. Great smoky mountains national park backcountry trail map. White mountain national forest hiking guide guthook guides. White mountain guide, 30th edition amcs comprehensive guide to hiking trails in the white mountain national forest this 30th edition has been thoroughly updated and revised posttropical storm irene, with accurate descriptions of more than 500 trails, as well as trip planning advice, safety information, and a checklist of new hampshires. It is a working forest administered by the forest service, a subgroup of the us dept of agriculture. If you are coming from evergreen you go on to shell road trail head, i recommended taking white. White mountain guide online user guide page 6 chapters and maps of the printed white mountain guide, 28 th edition. Trail relocations and improvements alter map data e. Wonalancet out door club the wodc publishes a fine tyvek map of the sandwich range acme mapper a source for free low resolution digitized topographic maps. National geographic maps makes the worlds best wall maps, recreation maps, travel maps, atlases and globes for people to explore and understand the world.
Great smoky mountains national park appalachian trail map. That said tho, the trails are so well blazed its impossible to get lost. Use our gps maps, elevation charts, get directions, or view pictures from the. Amcs tyvek map kit provides complete coverage of the hiking trails of the white mountain national forest, with six fullcolor, gpsrendered maps. Youll find everything from easy routes to challenging climbs. We parked off of deer ridge road, and due to season there are gates prohibiting cars to go any further, it was a 2 mile walk to the start of the trail from our car. The white mountain national forest is a vast forested and mountainous region and a refuge for huge numbers of urban visitors and locals alike as it has been since its beginning with the days getting longer and the birds beginning to sing, spring is approaching, and along with it, the time to start planning summer vacations. White mountain national forest closing portions of trails.
The forest provides wildlife habitat to black bears and peregrine falcons amongst other animals. While they are a soughtafter destination on a perfect fall day, the white mountain national forest announced friday it will be closing portions of the greeley ponds trail and the livermore trail. A portable document format reader software is required to open these documents. By popular demand this fifth edition expands the coverage to include all of the 4,000 footers, updated trails and roads. White mountains national recreation area bureau of land. This quick and dirty guide provides all the information you need to get started in planning next adventure including camping, shelter, and trail system information, recommended maps. The top 10 things to do near white mountain national forest. Enjoy scenic driving tours, and the over 600 miles of trails for hiking, biking, horseback riding, skiing, atving and snowmobiling.
Located just an hours drive from fairbanks, alaska, the onemillionacre white mountains national recreation area offers stunning scenery, peaceful solitude, and outstanding opportunities for yearround recreation. The region of the white mountain national forest surrounding the wild river wilderness includes six of new hampshires 4000 footers the wildcat range and the cartermoriah range, as well as the popular baldface range, kearsarge north, and many fine campgrounds and backpacking trails. Expertly researched and created in partnership with local land management. White mountain national forest trail map set amc store. The best keeps getting better check out whats new in the 5th edition. Recent news white mountain national forest shuts down some busy recreation sites broadway and weathervane veteran kevin smith kirkwood to star in classic whitney. Best walking trails in white mountain national forest. White mountain national forest, a new hampshire national. The fourth wmnf map uses white mountain national forest for the first time.
The current sopa report contains a list of proposed actions that will begin or are currently undergoing environmental analysis and documentation. Wherever you want to go in the forest region, we have the maps and guides for you. There are currently 11 different trail clubs in the white mountain national forest that steward the forests more than 1,200 miles of trails. Things to do near white mountain national forest on tripadvisor. The nome creek road provides access to two campgrounds, trails, a goldpanning area and a departure point for float trips on beaver creek national wild river. White mountain trail new hampshire scenic drives on. It is named after the white river that passes through its northern section. Interactive visitor map forest service visitor map. Located between the tarryall mountains and puma hills, south and east of the town of jeffernson off of highway 285. Most trails leave the park and enter the white mountain national forest. The map of mount rainier national park above can be toggled between park tiles or brochure map using the drop down menu in the upper left corner. Usda forest service sopa white mountain national forest. As such, some extents will overlap with each other and vary in size an initial detail.
Forest service white mountain national forest, west campton, new hampshire. Located between the tarryall mountains and puma hills, south and east of. It is the most visited national forest in the united states, primarily from users of the twelve ski areas within its boundaries. Crawford hiking map this park, located in the white mountains, offers popular family hikes to unique cliffs and brisk waterfalls including the highest in the state, arethusa falls. White mountains map adventures hiking biking trail. This is in addition to at least 16 other organizations that are current trail maintainers.
White mountain national forest west map franconia notch. Experience towering peaks, stunning scenery unrivaled anywhere in the northeast, spectacular waterfalls, taxfree shopping, limitless recreation and 17 legendary attractions that have all provided a lifetime of memories and cheer for generations of visitors. Press the go button once you have selected an extent to zoom to that extent. The white mountains of new hampshire are a wonderful place to escape, explore and create unforgettable memories. It has a total area of 750,852 acres 303,859 ha 1,225 sq mi. White mountain national forest trail map and guide archives appalachian mountain club. White mountain national forest trail map and guide. Be prepareddownload a map of your trail before you go to report downed trees or other issue on trail, please complete contact form. As part of the rei coop family, were dedicated to making websites and mobile apps that help outdoor enthusiasts connect, share information and get out into the places they love to play. How to spend a day at the white mountain national forest. The scale however is completely unusable for rough land navigation. Trail maps and downloads north country trail association.
Before heading out, pack a few essentials like a map, first aid kit, warm clothing, and rain gear. The white mountain national forest wmnf is a federally managed forest contained within the white mountains in the northeastern united states. Its printed on a larger sheet of durable waterproof paperwe were able to keep the same great price, making this an exceptional value. White mountain national forest lies within the white mountains in the states of new hampshire and maine. This map is a superb reference for choosing a new mountain to hike. The trailhead is located behind the visitor center. In twin mountain, explore evidence of a logging railroad on the milelong trestle trail h4 passing boulder strewn rivers, a massive glacial erratic and the birch, balsam and sarsaparillas of the white mountain national forest. Amc white mountain national forest trail map set, 3rd. The sopa report opens in a separate browser window. New hampshires white mountain national forest is a fantastic place to backpack. Guyot shelter, in the white mountain national forest, is being renovated during caretaker season beginning in late 2019, which may impact some backpackers. National geographics trails illustrated map of white mountain national forest west provides unparalleled detail for outdoor enthusiasts seeking to enjoy the yearround recreational opportunities the park has to offer.
Perfect for use alongside amcs white mountain guide, 29th edition, these maps have been fully updated, with an easytouse scale and trail segment mileage. Presidential proclamation the proclamation was issued with both late 1917 and 1918 issues of the map. It is known for great hiking trails, beautiful views including spectacular views of fall foliage, winter skiing, and ample outdoor recreation opportunities. It was established in 1918 as a result of the weeks act of 1911. Free parking is available at the visitor center, where there is water, bathrooms, and a small store with gear and supplies. Now with bolder, clearer colors and updated to reflect trail additions and closures, these maps are designed for onthego use and can withstand years of rugged.
They are available by regional series, meaning there are maps of multiple trail sections included in each file. Map adventures their white mountains trail map gives the big picture, showing most of the white mountain trails on a single map. The white mountain national forest is not a national park. Trail maps white mountain trail system of arizona tracks. With over 1,200 miles of nonmotorized trails, white mountain national forest offers endless opportunities for adventure. Badger flats provides easy ohv rides on mostly smooth and level full size forest roads. These maps are pdf files, designed to be printed on a home printer or at a local print shop. Sugarloaf middlewhite mountain national forest sugarloaf p. This challenging, straightthrough trail provides users with about 6. There are other hikes here as well, if you want to extend the adventure. In winter, visitors travel by ski, snowshoe, dog team and snowmobile to enjoy the 12 publicuse cabins and 250 miles of groomed trails that make the white mountains one of interior alaska. The trailhead is located at the appalachian mountain clubs pinkham notch visitor center in the white mountain national forest off nh route 16.
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