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Mt. Prospect
Holderness, NH
Trailheads, measurements, times, distances, and maps are all approximate and relative to the hike(s) as shown below.
The trail to Mt. Prospect
Route: Unknown trail
From the road to the first viewpoint, the trail was essentially a sidewalk. Thereafter, a lot less traffic, but still generally bootable (3" on top of hardpacked base). Tracks meander a lot above that first viewpoint as well. No one had been out to the third (north) or fourth (northeast, best one in my opinion) viewpoints recently. Tracks for the loop from the highpoint back to the main trail also meander a little bit.
Snowshoes may be needed for the upper elevations if this incoming weather softens things up, while light traction might be helpful for the trail if there's some icing.
| Hike Ratings |
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Getting To Trailhead: |
Easy |
| Destination: |
Mt. Prospect |
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Length: |
Moderate |
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Steepness: |
Moderate |
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Navigation: |
Moderate |
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Views: |
Excellent |
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Crowds: |
Minimal |
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| Hike Stats |
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Date Hiked: |
Tuesday, February 19, 2013 |
| Parking Elevation: |
1,080' |
| Destination: |
Mt. Prospect |
| Time Elapsed: |
00:41 |
| Trailhead Elevation: |
1,080' |
| Summit Elevation: |
2,064' |
| Distance: |
1.6 miles |
| Vertical Gain: |
1,019' |
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| Hike Time Elapsed: |
01:42 |
| Hike Vertical Gain: |
1,054' |
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The trailhead on Mt. Prospect Road
The sunrise from the northeastern Mt. Prospect viewpoint
Directions to trailhead: From Meredeth, take Route 25 west, then take a right onto Route 175 north. Just prior to the 175A junction, take a right onto Mt. Prospect Road. After passing Prospect Ridge Road on the right and dipping down a bit, the road climbs and soon turns to the left. The trailhead is on the right (two granite columns laying on their side). There is some room to park on the side of the road next to the trailhead.
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