Lions Head is a distinctive sheer, rock peak on the eastern flank of Mount Washington between Tuckerman and Huntington Ravine; from base of Tuckerman's in particular, Lions Head dominates the skyline. There is a popular trail that takes you up and over this feature between these two iconic bowls to the Alpine Garden and summit of Mount Washington.

Jamie S.

November 1, 2023

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Lions Head is a distinctive sheer, rock peak on the eastern flank of Mount Washington between Tuckerman and Huntington Ravine; from the base of Tuckerman's in particular, Lions Head dominates the skyline. There is a popular trail that takes you up and over this feature between these two iconic bowls to the Alpine Garden and summit of Mount Washington.

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1. Mount Washington and the Alpine Gardens via the Tuckerman Ravine and Lions Head Trails — Pinkham Notch

13.3km

05:51

1,270m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Alpine Gardens via Huntington Ravine and Lions Head Trails loop — Pinkham Notch

11.0km

04:43

1,000m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Mount Washington via the Jackson Road, Nelson Crag, and Raymond Path Trails — Pinkham Notch

16.2km

06:41

1,340m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 1,450 m

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Location: Coos County, New Hampshire, United States

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Lions Head

1. Mount Washington and the Alpine Gardens via the Tuckerman Ravine and Lions Head Trails — Pinkham Notch

2. Alpine Gardens via Huntington Ravine and Lions Head Trails loop — Pinkham Notch

3. Mount Washington via the Jackson Road, Nelson Crag, and Raymond Path Trails — Pinkham Notch

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