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Lake of the Clouds Hut is the highest and one of the most iconic of the AMC’s backcountry huts. Perched at 5,012 feet between Mount Monroe and Mount Washington, it offers stunning alpine views, dramatic sunsets, and a front-row seat to the Presidential Range’s famously unpredictable weather. It's a great place to stop and refill water bottles or shelter from the weather on a day hike or an iconic (and popular!) place to spend the night. The hut is full-service during the summer and early fall, with bunk accommodations, family-style dinner and breakfast, potable water, and composting toilets. It sleeps over 90 hikers and is a popular overnight stop for those tackling the Presidential Traverse. Reservations are essential and fill quickly.

Washington is the most prominent mountain in the eastern U.S. and an absolutely incredible peak to bag. This is easily one of the best summits in New England. It is also the most dangerous if you come unprepared, especially in the winter. Washington creates its own rapidly changing weather system and is known for being the deadliest small mountain in the world. The second-fastest wind speed on earth was recorded here at over 230mph. That said, a quarter million people visit Washington every year, and if you come prepared and respect the mountain you have nothing to fear and are guaranteed to have an epic summit.

Dress warmly. Snow season begins July 1 and ends June 30. We were at 68 mph at the summit. Keeping your hat on is a good idea. Two days ago, when we were last up there, it was 73 degrees Fahrenheit and the wind was blowing lightly around 23 mph. Mt. Washington is the highest peak within 1,000 miles, making it an exposed location with what the US Weather Service calls the worst and most surprising weather in the world.

Nice stop at mountain lakes

Elkins Beach is a small public beach on Pleasant Lake. There is a small parking and picnic area just off the side of the paved Elkins Road.

Run between towering trees along Lake Avenue and onto Burkehaven Hill Road beside Sunapee Lake. There are a couple of light inclines and declines, but nothing too strenuous.

Lake Avenue is a lovely flat road that winds along the outskirts of Lake Sunapee. It's completely flat and features some beautiful homes that are perched on the lake's edge. Enjoy blissful water views to take your mind off the hard work.

Elkins Beach is a little sandy inlet on the eastern side of Pleasant Lake. It's a great place to stop and catch your breath and enjoy views across the water.