Tucked away just north of Woodsville is the Lone Oak Trail, maintained by the Upper Valley Land Trust. While short, this moderate trail features a bit of elevation, making it steep in places (particularly as you reach the summit). It’s definitely worth the effort, though, as you can see from the view. I had a crampon blow out on this one, so actually had to make a couple of runs at it before getting to the top.
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The trail is easy to find, and offers limited parking at the trailhead.
Trail is well-marked.
The last third is of the Lone Oak Trail is fairly steep.
Several staircases built into the trail can become frozen waterfalls; crampons are a must.
The same staircase four days later. It’s amazing what a difference a couple of 50 degree days can make.
Just north of the statehouse in Montpelier, Hubbard Park is a 194-acre park packed with hiking trails, shelters, fire places, and a large stone tower at its highest point. There are multiple parking areas and access points; we parked on Parkway Street and hiked up, which was under two miles in and back, with some elevation. There is nothing too strenuous here, but it is a great place to do some light hiking, although I imagine it probably is pretty well-traveled at times.
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A small pond and bridge mark the start of the trail from the parking area.
The trail is pretty much all elevation leading up to the tower, but it’s not too strenuous.
A sure sign that spring is on the way!
Through the trees, a tower appears.
The tower, added to the park in 1915-1930.
The inside of the tower, which is open to the public.
You get a 360 degree view of Montpelier and the surrounding area…
… and ants. Be careful if you go in the winter, as the top can be icy.
Dubbed by no less than Henry David Thoreau as “perhaps the most remarkable curiosity of its kind in New England,” The Basin is also was fun short hike with a unique reward. Winter is no different, and you certainly won’t have the crowds to deal with. This is located directly off I-93 and along the Franconia Notch Bike Trail.
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This was a few days after a foot of snow had fallen.
The Pemigewasset River just upstream from The Basin is cold and clear.
There are actually a few falls along the short hike to get to The Basin.
A popular White Mountains destination in the summer, The Flume is also a great hike in the winter (and free). While the gorge itself is closed to hikers, the two-mile loop sees a fair amount of traffic, particularly on weekends. Crampons are highly recommended, as the trail can be quite icy in spots. This is a fun hike with lots to see — highly recommended.
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The path to the Flume loop is just off the parking lots and between these two sheds.
After a hundred yards or so, the path splits to the two ends of the loop. I recommend taking the right path.
The first covered bridge you will come to.
The gorge, closed in the winter time.
The gorge from the top.
A second covered bridge over a steep gorge is on the far end of the loop.
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This 4.5 mile in and out trail is an easy hike out to a unique part of the Groton State Forest in Vermont: the 748 acre Peacham Bog Natural Area.
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Hiking the Little Loop Trail to access the Peacham Trail.
A bridge over the Coldwater Brook.
The trail is well-marked and easy to follow.
The trail offers mild elevation and a varied terrain.
Entering the Peacham Bog Natural Area.
View from the observation platform of the bog.
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OK, admittedly, this is a much more impressive place to visit in the summer. One of the largest falls in Vermont, the main section of the falls is a higher flow, 75-foot drop. You can take a trail right to the very base of it, or take a left and climb up to take better photos of it. It is a very short, easy hike, about five minutes from Stowe village.
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The trailhead.
The trail leading up to the falls has been well worked over by beavers.
You can get right up to the base of the falls in winter.
Managed to get a quick winter hike in before the end of the year. Kilburn Craig is an easy, short hike, although the first third of it is a bit on the steep side. The payoff is a great overlook of Littleton, New Hampshire.
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The trail start at a small parking lot just off Route 18/135 (2-3 spots, although you can park along the road).
You’ll hit fields first…
… then it starts to climb.
Most of the trail is through woods.
The payoff, overlooking Littleton, NH.
Pick a clear day for a breathtaking view of the White Mountains in the distance (although clouds are nice too!).
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I actually got out a bit this year and experienced the yearly local phenom, foliage. I usually had the GoPro with me, but I did manage to snag a few decent pictures locally with my Nikon. As always, feel free to use these non-commercially as you wish so long as you link back to my homepage, www.rwaynegray.com. Thanks!
Beaver Pond
Taken at the top of the Lost River Road in NH’s White Mountains.
Boulder Beach
Groton, Vermont’s Boulder Beach may be cold for swimming come October, but the foliage is gorgeous.
