NH48: Crawford Path
November 24, 2022

Start/End: Crawford Notch, Rt. 302

Peaks: Pierce (4,310'), Eisenhower (4,780'), "Franklin" (4,974')

Elevation Gain: 3,945 ft

RT Mileage: 11.19 mi

Duration: 7 hours, 36 minutes

Snow/Ice Difficulty: Grade I

For my first winter hike of the season, I decided to start off strong and complete at least a few peaks in the southern Presidentials. My plan was to do an out-and-back hike of Crawford Path, going as far as possible before returning. I initially intended to continue ascending until Mt. Monroe, but was unfortunately cut short by bad weather. Read more...