Please Note: Registration is required for this hike. Register at this site:
activities.outdoors.org/search/index.cfm/action/details/id/139490
You do not have to be a member of AMC to participate, but you will have to set up a free AMC online account if you don't already have one in order to register. All participants are required to sign an AMC Liability Waiver during the registration process.
In addition to being on the 52 With-A-View list, Mt. Cube (2916') has a lot to offer. This western NH mountain in Orford lies in the Appalachian trail corridor and thus has trails that can access it from both the north and south. The hike will be a traverse first climbing to the south summit. This trail section has several short steep pitches including the final ascent to the south summit. After enjoying views to the south, we will hike over to the north summit which offers stunning views of the Baker River Valley and beyond to the White Mountains. The hike is 6.3 miles and ascends 1600 feet. We will hike at a moderate pace of[masked] mph, making the trip in about 4-5 hours. To be able to do this hike, you should have hiked 6 miles recently that included significant hills or have hiked other 52WAV mountains.
Directions and more detailed logistics will be sent to those who register and are confirmed for the hike.