Trail Openings and Closures Crotched Mountain, NH: Trails: Shannon's Trail, Lower Link, Summit West Trail, Upper Link, herd path, Gregg Trail: Date of Hike: Thursday, August 29, 2019: Parking/Access Road Notes: At a small designated hiker lot off Crotched Mountain Road in Greenfield. Gregg Trail is an uphill hike on dirt that utilizes numerous switchbacks and ends at a large observation deck with views of the Monadnock Region of New Hampshire. Once at The Knoll, hikers are rewarded with an observation deck and panoramic views to the west, south and east of Grand Monadnock, many distant hills and the Contoocook River Valley. Surface Conditions: We took the Gregg Trail to Shannon's Trail, Upper Link Trail the Summit Trail, then the Lower Link Trail back to Shannon's Trail. Only issue was with small saplings and brush between end of Gregg trail and in open girls before Lower Link/Shannon's Trail junction. The $750,000 Crotched Mountain facility debuted on January 4, 1964 with a T-Bar, two open trails, and makeshift base operation. Could have bare- booted but wanted to break a nice, posthole-free snowshoe trail. Download the PDF here. Please carry out everything that you carry on to the trails! Parking for 10+ cars and porta=potty in parking area. Hiking Checklist Trip report archives compiled by year for posts tagged with Crotched Mountain NH (or within 1.5 miles of it). There is a dirt parking lot near the top of Crotched Mountain Road in Greenville. You don’t want to look like a deer by wearing brown and white. Deer, moose, porcupine and many other upland species frequent this area that forms the headwaters for Dutton Brook. Map: Crotched Mountain Town Forest Trail Map & Crotched Mountain Town Forest Topography Map. The culmination of a three-year project, over two miles of trails were designed by renowned trail builder Peter Jensen with a goal of providing universal access to people of all ages and abilities. Trail Hours Crotched Mountain is also home to Midnight Madness, New England’s latest skiing and riding session. Website. As the longest accessible trails in a mountainside environment in the United States, the Gregg and Dutton Brook trails combine unique hardpack pathways, boardwalks, moderate grades, switchbacks, and rest stops to create a natural, yet accessible, hiking experience for people of all abilities. MSR snowshoes did very well, less so coming back down where built in crampons had little purchase. Wear an article of blaze orange clothing – a vest, hat or bandanna that is easily distinguished from any other color in the woods. It ends at an open ledge well short of Crotched Mountain’s summits. Their opening in June of 2011 completes the first phase of an Outdoor Recreation Master Plan developed by Crotched Mountain in 2006. Hunting accidents in New Hampshire are very low and hunting accidents rarely involve non-hunters. Saw one pup who was having a grand time barking up a storm. Keep your distance from any wild animals you encounter I didn’t stop with the Gregg Trail this time. Hikers have two very distinct trails to choose from, built to the exacting accessibility standards that will soon be released by the U.S. Forest Service. It ends at an open ledge well short of Crotched Mountain’s summits. A nice day for a hike I thought. Round trip, the hike is about two miles. The trail skirts extensive wild blueberry fields and crosses open grasslands, offering great vistas of Crotched Mountain and wildlife viewing. Sort By: Viewing: 1-7 of 7. technicolorNH - Jun 9, 2015 8:49 am Date Climbed: Jun 8, 2015 via the Gregg trail . Parking for 10+ cars and porta=potty in parking area. Website. Hiking Crotched Mountain Hike to Crotched Mountain and back: 2066 feet high (800 feet up) 4 miles 2 hours (easy) Both trails open 30 minutes after sunrise and close 30 minutes before sunset, depending on current trail conditions. Checking out the handicapped accessible trails at Crotched Mountain. The trail is flat for quite a while, and then the last part to the summit is a bit steep. The Crotched East base area in 1967 Hiking Crotched Mountain Trails Things to know before you go: The Dutton Brook and Gregg Trails were built using the U.S. Forest Service accessibility standards. About the Trails Website. Beautiful views today from picnic table below summit but couldn't figure out how to actually get to true summit. March 17, 2013 - Using my GoProHD Hero2 to film my run down the Moonwalk intermediate trail and Galaxy beginner trail . Crotched Mountain Race Club Our seasonal race programs and race events are supported by the Crotched Mtn Race Club , a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit. 100% snowmaking and 100% slope lighting will guarantee fun whenever you want it. Mid-Atlantic Liberty Mountain. Great, fun, quick hike with impressive views. The trail can be accessed by using connecting trails at the Farrington Road Trailhead in Francestown, NH or by using connecting trails located across from the Crotched Mountain Rehab Center on Crotched Mountain Road in Greenfield, NH. When I got to the trail head it was about 82 degrees and pretty humid. Awesome! Monadnock to the south. I set off up the trail. It may be necessary for Crotched Mountain to close the trails in these circumstances. One can never be too careful this time of year. I owe thanks to the folks who managed to get a picnic table up there. Hikers have two very distinct trails to choose from, built to the exacting accessibility standards that will soon be released by the U.S. Forest Service. Named for the founding family of the Crotched Mountain Foundation, the Gregg Trail is just under a mile in length (1.5-mile round trip) and features a hard packed dirt surface, and an elevation change of 200 feet. The Gregg Trail which is a 0.8-mile hike uphill to a large observation deck that overlooks the Monadnock Region and the Dutton Brook Trail that is a 2-mile loop around a beaver pond and features boardwalks and observation decks. The amount of time needed to hike an entire trail and return to the trailhead varies with each individual. Snow - Packed Powder/Loose Granular, Snow - Unpacked Powder. Whitetail. With thirty years of experience, Peter is considered the most skilled and knowledgeable builder of universal access trails in the country. Crotched Mountain Climber's Log. Website. I decided to use the Gregg Trail and approach the summit from the south. Avoid wearing white socks or gloves that could be mistaken for the flash of a deer’s white tail. For those who want a bigger challenge, at the end of the Gregg Trail, you can follow a series of further trails to the peak of Crotched Mountain. Paper trail maps will not be available at the resort. Roundtop Mountain. Before you leave home, be sure you have the following: Before you begin hiking, inform someone of your itinerary and expected time of return. Hike up is pretty easy with a few moderate sections. I did the Gregg Trail. A series of switchbacks with grades of no more than eight percent take hikers from the trailhead parking lot to the top of The … While there are various dates for hunting individual species in NH, this is the time of year for deer season. Uncanoonucs in Goffstown and and Joe English Hill in New Boston. As the longest accessible trail system in a mountainside setting in the United States, the Gregg and Dutton Brook trails provide access for people of all abilities, including people who use wheelchairs or other devices for mobility, seniors and families with children. Beautiful walk on Shannon's trail through the forest and an easy rock-hop across stream which was flowing; no ice bridge yet. No markings and lots of steep slabs. Gregg Trail is graded and switchbacked to accommodate wheelchairs. Memories of hiking these woods to reach the summit, gazing at the sunset, or listening to the chatter of birds in an active wetland can last a lifetime. The double chairlift would open later that season. Two friends joined me for a walk to the ridgetop via Shannon’s Trail. I'll go back next weekend to try again with crampons rather than snowshoes. Funds for this $500,000 project were raised through private donations and grants. The trail is not well marked, especially at the start of Shannon's Trail (from the Gregg trail), and as you're coming up to the summit, but you can still navigate your way to the top. Download a trail map to become familiar with the trail and terrain before your visit. This map shows the entirety of our terrain including trails, lifts, glades, and terrain parks. Monadnock from the observation platform. There was a port-a-potty, but it was locked. Interpretive signs familiarize visitors with the rich and complex natural beauty that abounds. It is surrounded by the Crotched Mountain Rehabilitation Center’s two hiking trails – the 1.6-mile Gregg Trail, named after the center’s … Boardwalks and observation decks offer hikers opportunities to observe and learn about our native flora and fauna. Crotched Mountain, an organization that offers educational, residential, and rehabilitation opportunities for people with disabilities, also oversees one of the most extensive accessible trail systems in the country. To get all the event details and schedules for the season, make sure to register for their website at Crotched Mountain Race Club. Respect the rights of others and share the woods. His love for children inspired him to start a program in Nashua where he arranged for host families to take poor children into their homes for the summer. The Gregg Trail travels gradually up 200 feet in a little over ¾ mile through field and forest to an overlook with views in all directions, including Mt. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and bird watching and is best used from March until October. Gregg Trail Named after Crotched Mountain’s founder, Harry Gregg, this trail climbs to a knoll with panoramic views. Crotched Mountain Lookout via Shannon's Trail is a 3.2 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Greenfield, New Hampshire that offers the chance to see wildlife and is rated as moderate. The round trip is 1.6 miles. Because they were bent over to the ground by ice and frozen to the snow, they effectively made nice little "velcro" loops that easily hooked snowshoes! Things to know before you go: The Dutton Brook and Gregg Trails were built using the U.S. Forest Service accessibility standards. Harry Alan Gregg, founder of the Crotched Mountain Foundation, was born in 1883. Rock hopped but pretty easy, could do it in snowshoes. These are wilderness trails, so it is important to be prepared and know your own physical, mental, and technical abilities as well as your restrictions. Some were broken as a blowdown but most were birches that merely bent over to the ground. Stay on the designated hiking trails, and avoid bushwhacking. The planning and building of these remarkable trails was led by premier trail builder Peter Jensen of Peter Jensen and Associates, one of the country’s leading designers and builders of accessible trails. After activating Rose Mountain I drove a few minutes down the road to the trailhead for this peak. Crotched Mountain. It started out hot and humid. Beautiful views of Mt. They have two; The Dutton Brook Trail and The Gregg Trail. Happy New Year. Uncanoonucs … Stay on the trails; stepping off the trails can lead to erosion and other trail damage. For safety, it’s a good idea to have a buddy hike with you especially if it’s your first time. Climb up from Bennington trail junction was a a little slippery. Gregg Trail is graded and switchbacked to accommodate wheelchairs. The best bet for determining mountain conditions is to contact the Crotched Mountain Rehabilitation Center at (603) 547-3311. Privacy Explore 19.5 miles over 6 trails in Crotched Mountain Town Forest, Greenfield, New Hampshire. Jack Frost. Crotched Mountain, Greenfield-Bennington. The wetlands are a sanctuary for many bird species. The accessible trails at Crotched Mountain Rehabilitation Center are open for the season. Founded in 1953, Crotched Mountain is a non-profit charitable organization doing incredible work serving children and young adults with disabilities and special needs that include autism and brain injury. Lots and lots of ice on trees. Make sure to take a short detour that way. Gregg Trail: Named after Crotched Mountain’s founder, Harry Gregg, this trail climbs to a knoll with panoramic views. Autumn is a great time to hike the trails at Crotched Mountain. Be courteous and respectful to hunters and non-hunters alike. There are no bicycles or motorized vehicles allowed on the trails (motorized and manual wheelchairs are permitted). These trails can be damaged if weather conditions such as excessive rain make them too soft. Website. With over 1,200 acres of permanently protected forest, open fields of wild blueberry and heather, and mysterious wetlands, Crotched Mountain is a place of unusual beauty. 2020 (12) 2019 (4) 2017 (1) 2016 (1) 2015 (1) 2014 (1) 2013 (2) 2012 (1) 2011 (1) 2010 (1) Trip report archives compiled by month for posts tagged with Crotched Mountain NH (or within 1.5 miles of it). This woodland trail, featuring diverse forest and animal habitats, descends to a loop that winds around an abandoned beaver-built wetland. On return trip, temp had already risen and with melting problem went away. Every Friday & Saturday night during January and February, Crotched’s trails are open to 3 a.m., with live entertainment, slopeside bonfires and much more. 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