Hancocks Hike
A Pre-Winter Hike around South Hancock and Hancock.
Hancocks Hike
A Pre-Winter Hike around South Hancock and Hancock.
Details
Due to the potential for a major snow storm overnight Saturday into Sunday, this hike has been moved to SATURDAY.
Join me for a loop hike around South Hancock (4319') and Hancock (4420') Mountains. Located at the southern border of the Pemigewasset Wilderness, Mount Hancock is characterized by a long ridge with several peaks, most importantly the North Peak (4420') and the South Peak (4319'). Although both peaks are wooded to the top, nice views are available nearby of Mt. Osceola and the Sandwich Range to the south, as well as into the Pemigewasset Wilderness...towards Owl's Head and Franconia Ridge to the west. The trail is mostly modest in grade until the junction with the north and south legs of the loop trail...afterwhich it becomes steep for 0.5 mile to the first summit and ridgeline.
Total Distance and Elevation Gain: 9.8 miles with approximately 3000 feet in accumulative elevation gain.
Total Time: About 7-8 hours depending on breaks and group's speed.
Rain or harsh weather may postpone to another date or cancel, as appropriate.
What to Bring: Typical fall hiking gear should be appropriate: convertible hiking pants, good sturdy hiking boots with thick socks, a windbreaker/raingear and extra layers (e.g. fleece)...or winter jacket/parka depending on forecasted conditions. Also bring along lunch, snacks and plenty of water (at least 2-L). Optionally, pack sunscreen and anything else that you may require for a day hike. Note: It's possible that there may be snow and ice on the summit and higher elevation ledges...conditions may justify additional traction (e.g. microspikes).
Carpooling: Contact other participants or the trip leader to arrange for a rideshare to the trailhead.
Afterwards: If there is sufficient interest, we will have drinks and/or dinner in Lincoln.
Directions
Take Exit 32 off of Route 93 for Lincoln. Continue east on Route 112 (Kancamagus Highway) for 10.7 miles. Parking for this trip is at the Hancock Roadside Overlook. This is just beyond the hairpin curve in the road. The parking lot will be on the southwest side of the road. Look for a gray Hyundai Elantra.
For GPS Users: Hancock Overlook on the Kancamagus Highway (44.040728,-71.523467).
About this event
Due to the potential for a major snow storm overnight Saturday into Sunday, this hike has been moved to SATURDAY.
Join me for a loop hike around South Hancock (4319') and Hancock (4420') Mountains. Located at the southern border of the Pemigewasset Wilderness, Mount Hancock is characterized by a long ridge with several peaks, most importantly the North Peak (4420') and the South Peak (4319'). Although both peaks are wooded to the top, nice views are available nearby of Mt. Osceola and the Sandwich Range to the south, as well as into the Pemigewasset Wilderness...towards Owl's Head and Franconia Ridge to the west. The trail is mostly modest in grade until the junction with the north and south legs of the loop trail...afterwhich it becomes steep for 0.5 mile to the first summit and ridgeline.
Total Distance and Elevation Gain: 9.8 miles with approximately 3000 feet in accumulative elevation gain.
Total Time: About 7-8 hours depending on breaks and group's speed.
Rain or harsh weather may postpone to another date or cancel, as appropriate.
What to Bring: Typical fall hiking gear should be appropriate: convertible hiking pants, good sturdy hiking boots with thick socks, a windbreaker/raingear and extra layers (e.g. fleece)...or winter jacket/parka depending on forecasted conditions. Also bring along lunch, snacks and plenty of water (at least 2-L). Optionally, pack sunscreen and anything else that you may require for a day hike. Note: It's possible that there may be snow and ice on the summit and higher elevation ledges...conditions may justify additional traction (e.g. microspikes).
Carpooling: Contact other participants or the trip leader to arrange for a rideshare to the trailhead.
Afterwards: If there is sufficient interest, we will have drinks and/or dinner in Lincoln.
Directions to the trailhead
Get directionsTake Exit 32 off of Route 93 for Lincoln. Continue east on Route 112 (Kancamagus Highway) for 10.7 miles. Parking for this trip is at the Hancock Roadside Overlook. This is just beyond the hairpin curve in the road. The parking lot will be on the southwest side of the road. Look for a gray Hyundai Elantra.
For GPS Users: Hancock Overlook on the Kancamagus Highway (44.040728,-71.523467).
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