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Make sure to have a pass to enter the trail if you are going during “peak season” can be found on the national park service website. I underestimated the rock scramble. There were portions requiring us to be on our hands and knees, then full pull ups.

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.

Mount Chocorua is named after the Sokosis chief Chocorua, who lived in the early 18th century. The 1,064 m high Mount Chocorua is one of the most frequently climbed mountains in the US state of New Hampshire. The Appalachian Mountain Club notes that Mount Chocorua is one of the most photographed mountains in the world. https://www.chocorualake.org/hike-chocorua The striking mountain is the easternmost peak of the Sandwich Range and lies at the southern end of the White Mountains. The rocky peak is the result of a series of forest fires between the early 19th and 20th centuries. From its summit there are excellent views of the surrounding mountains and forests. The mountain is part of the almost 25 sq. km. large protected area ‘Mount Chocorua Scenic Area‘, which was created in 1986 as part of the ‘White Mountain Forest Plan‘. https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprdb5364479.pdf

Arethusa Falls on Bemis Brook are considered the highest single-stage waterfall accessible by hiking trail in New England. The hike to Arethusa Falls on the trail of the same name is one of the most popular day hikes in White Mountain National Forest. There is a large parking lot at the trailhead on Crawford Notch Road - US Route 302; park admission costs $5 per vehicle. https://www.newenglandwaterfalls.com/nh-arethusafalls.html

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.

The waterfalls are really something special. The flowing water over the various rock cascades is particularly impressive from below. But the view from above (Top of the Falls) is also recommended. If you want to give your legs a bit of a workout, you can climb a total of 600 steps (first 175 and then another 425) from the foot of the falls to the top.

The Stony Man Lookout area is the most popular viewpoint in this part of Shenandoah National Park, and for good reason. The views are of the Shenandoah Valley and the Blue Ridge Mountains and go for miles. This viewpoint is also pretty close to a nearby parking area, so it's easily accessible even if you aren't doing a full-on hike.

McAfee Knob is the most photographed point along the Appalachian Trail. It features a 270-degree panoramic view of the Catawba Valley and North Mountain to the west, Tinker Cliffs to the north, and the Roanoke Valley to the east. McAfee Knob is the most photographed spot along the Appalachian Trail. It offers 270-degree panoramic views of the Catawba Valley and North Mountain to the west, the Tinker Cliffs to the north and the Roanoke Valley to the east.