Mount Roberts Hike

Gorgeous day on the trail and summit! I think I speak for many when I let out a boisterous cheer for the return of the Snow Miser! While this is a really low snow year, Mr. Polar Vortex delivered with the temps! I am almost certain I saw a glimpse of him in the snow-capped trees. The top hat was a dead giveaway. We’ll see more of him this week! We started with temps in in the teens and the sun warmed things up by noon.

Trail was packed down by other hikers. There was ice underneath the fresh snow so we used Spikes.  Maybe one day this winter we can use snowshoes!

Lots of people out today, many with their dogs. It was cool talking to many other climbers and swapping notes with a member of the Lakes Region Search and Rescue Team. Thankfully abundant sunshine, no clouds, nor any wind contributed to a stellar day!

We had grand views across Lake Winnipesaukee when we reached the open ledges. Soon we were on the Mt. Roberts summit – not a particularly high or grand peak, but with impressive views north into the heart of the White Mountains including the Presidentials!   

Join us for an intermediate hike to Mt. Roberts [2582’] in Moultonborough, NH. We’ll be taking the attractive and relatively easy Mt. Roberts Trail except for two steep sections. The trail passes over numerous open ledges with excellent views over to Lake Winnipesauke and its surrounding mountains. The hike will be 5.5 miles roundtrip with an elevation gain of 1,300 feet.

We’ll have lunch on the summit to enjoy the northern views of Mt. Chocorua, Mt. Washington, Whiteface, Passaconaway, Tripyramids and much more!  We’ll meet at 10AM at Shannon Pond, the center of a trail network in the Castle in the Clouds Conservation Area. All we’ll need MicroSpikes since the trail is well packed with some icy spots.  

For the hike we recommend wearing insulated hiking boots since the snow melt will get into boots making your feet cold. Don't forget to wear layers [NO COTTON OR BLUE JEANS], gloves, warm hat, water, lunch, snacks, etc.

Please stay home if you are sick or have been around anyone sick.

Après Hiking Dinner:  Everyone is welcome to join us back at our house in Waterville Valley if you provide us proof of vaccination to relax beside our fireplace with views of the Sandwich Mountain/Mad River [BYOB and bring snacks] followed by one of Jon's delicious dinners. We ask $10 per person to help pay for our food costs. Showers are available so bring a change of clothing to make your visit with us more comfortable. 

Lodging Option: Bunk beds are available at our house [with Wi Fi] near Waterville Valley, NH for Friday and/or Saturday night if you provide us proof of vaccination. Its $25 for Friday night and $35 for Saturday that includes dinner [$60 for the weekend]. Coffee/bagels each morning and linen/blankets/towels are provided. Space is limited so email ASAP to reserve a bunk!