Cannon Mountain via Kinsman Trail

This is a relatively short hike, as it is only 2.2 miles from the Cannon Mtn. Tramway parking lot (1,980') to the summit (4,100').  However, the trek up the Kinsman Ridge Trail is fairly steep and challenging.  This itinerary offers us the opportunity to look over the ledges as we approach the summit, where the iconic Old Man of the Mountain used to "live."  There are still some re-bars and cables visible that at one time held the granite boulders together, that made up the profile of the Old Man.  The hope was that these supports would keept it from tumbling down.  They eventuallly gave way to nature on 4/26/2003, when Old Man fell down into the valley.  At the summit we will have an option of going back down the way we came, or to take the tramway down.  If you are peak-bagging, however, taking the tramway will negate the climb, so let the group know if this is the case, as some of us will definitely have to return on foot.

There is food for sale at the summit, and refreshments.  However, you may want to bring your own lunch and snacks, as the summit cafe is decidely not a treat to the palate.  Also bring about a liter of water, for the climb up.

Rain will cancel this event.