This series is ideal for those of you who have been inactive this winter or want to get in shape to hike this summer.

If you're looking for a moderate mountain-climbing hike, then this hike to Stinson Mountain may be just what you had in mind. The views from the top of Stinson Mountain are excellent, especially to the south towards Mt. Cardigan and the Lakes Region. There is also a spur path to the southwest that gives views of Stinson Lake.

It's elevation is 2,900 feet. Stinson Mountain located just north of the beautiful small town of Rumney, NH and is a well known local hike. The hike, only 3.6 miles is a great GetFit hike due the trail's easy to moderate pitches. Total elevation gain is 1,390' and total hiking time will be three hours. Bring lunch and water.

Carpooling: Contact other members to carpool, share the conversation and travel expenses. Contact us if you would like to carpool from Exit 26.

From I-93, get off on Exit 26. Take NH 25 past shopping center. Stay right on the traffic circle and head toward Rumney. Past the first flashing light and take a right on the second flashing light (Stinson Lake Road). Go through the town of Rumney and continue to the foot of Stinson Lake for 5.1 miles. Bear right near the outlet of the lake onto Cross Road and continue uphill 0.8 miles.. Take another right on Doe Town Road where a sign points to Stinson Mountain. Go down the road 0.3 mile and the Stinson Mountain Trail will be on your left. We'll be driving a blue FJ cruiser.