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Mt. Cube Hike + Post-Hike Social & Lodging Option

Join us for a scenic adventure to Mt. Cube (2,909 ft), one of New Hampshire's 52-With-a-View and Fifty Finest peaks!

Mt. Cube Hike + Post-Hike Social & Lodging Option

Join us for a scenic adventure to Mt. Cube (2,909 ft), one of New Hampshire's 52-With-a-View and Fifty Finest peaks!

Details

Time:
Saturday — Meet at 10:00 AM

Location:
Mt. Cube via Cross Rivendell Trail, Orford, NH
(Parking at the end of Baker Road – see directions below)

Hike Description:
Join us for a scenic adventure to Mt. Cube (2,909 ft), one of New Hampshire's 52-With-a-View and Fifty Finest peaks! We’ll hike the Cross Rivendell Trail, a 5-mile round-trip with 1,600 feet of elevation gain. Along the way, enjoy sweeping views from North Cube and two great vista points. Expect mostly moderate terrain with a few short, steep pitches.

What to Bring:

  • Sturdy hiking boots/shoes
  • Layers 
  • Rain gear (just in case)
  • Water, snacks, and lunch
  • Your sense of adventure!

Post-Hike Social in Waterville Valley
Everyone is welcome to join us afterwards for a fun and relaxing time back at our house in Waterville Valley!

  • Swim in the swimming hole, chill on the deck, and enjoy a BBQ ($10 per person for food).
  • Later in the evening, we’ll light a campfire!
  • Showers available — bring a change of clothes.

Lodging Option:
Stay overnight at our place in Waterville Valley (includes linens, towels, coffee & bagels):

  • Friday night: $25
  • Saturday night (includes dinner): $35
  • Full weekend: $60
  • Limited space, so email ASAP to reserve a bunk!

RSVP for BBQ & lodging in advance so we can plan for food and space!

Directions

From NH 25A (8.3 mi west of NH 25 in Wentworth), take Baker Road south for 0.8 mi. Park at the turnaround 0.1 mi north of the trailhead. Please don’t block the adjacent private driveway.

Look for a blue Toyota Tacoma.

Saturday, August 23, 2025
Orford, NH · Directions
Meet at 10:00 AM
Hosted by Gandalf
11/15 signed up
Mt. Cube Hike + Post-Hike Social & Lodging Option

About this event

Time:
Saturday — Meet at 10:00 AM

Location:
Mt. Cube via Cross Rivendell Trail, Orford, NH
(Parking at the end of Baker Road – see directions below)

Hike Description:
Join us for a scenic adventure to Mt. Cube (2,909 ft), one of New Hampshire's 52-With-a-View and Fifty Finest peaks! We’ll hike the Cross Rivendell Trail, a 5-mile round-trip with 1,600 feet of elevation gain. Along the way, enjoy sweeping views from North Cube and two great vista points. Expect mostly moderate terrain with a few short, steep pitches.

What to Bring:

  • Sturdy hiking boots/shoes
  • Layers 
  • Rain gear (just in case)
  • Water, snacks, and lunch
  • Your sense of adventure!

Post-Hike Social in Waterville Valley
Everyone is welcome to join us afterwards for a fun and relaxing time back at our house in Waterville Valley!

  • Swim in the swimming hole, chill on the deck, and enjoy a BBQ ($10 per person for food).
  • Later in the evening, we’ll light a campfire!
  • Showers available — bring a change of clothes.

Lodging Option:
Stay overnight at our place in Waterville Valley (includes linens, towels, coffee & bagels):

  • Friday night: $25
  • Saturday night (includes dinner): $35
  • Full weekend: $60
  • Limited space, so email ASAP to reserve a bunk!

RSVP for BBQ & lodging in advance so we can plan for food and space!

Directions to the trailhead

Get directions
Opens turn-by-turn directions to Orford, NH, 03285 in Google Maps (new tab).

From NH 25A (8.3 mi west of NH 25 in Wentworth), take Baker Road south for 0.8 mi. Park at the turnaround 0.1 mi north of the trailhead. Please don’t block the adjacent private driveway.

Look for a blue Toyota Tacoma.

Who's going (11)

Gandalf SUSTAINING
Gandalf
Thornton, NH
baezfred GUEST MEMBER
baezfred
Lancaster, NH
MO GUEST MEMBER
MO
Lancaster, NH
vwgreg SUSTAINING
vwgreg
Enfield, CT
HikerBiker SUSTAINING
HikerBiker
Manchester, NH
kalevine GUEST MEMBER
kalevine
Buzzards Bay, MA
Nick GUEST MEMBER
Nick
Worcester, MA
JPHiker SUSTAINING
JPHiker
Jamaica Plain, MA
mitchinthe802 GUEST MEMBER
mitchinthe802
Readsboro, VT
Helvetic Hiker SUSTAINING
Helvetic Hiker
Barre Town, VT
KeithES SUSTAINING
KeithES
Jamaica Plain, MA

Questions about this event?

Reach out to the host, Gandalf, for route details, carpooling, or what to bring.

Email the host

You can also ask in the event discussion below.

Event discussion

kalevine · Jul 20, 2025
I'll be coming from Plymouth NH if anyone wants to carpool
M
Member · Aug 12, 2025
I’d like to attend the post-hike social but won’t be staying overnight
Twigs · Aug 12, 2025
Enjoy the hike everyone. I have to bail out. I'll see you all on the trails
A member · Aug 13, 2025
DItto, need to go to OH this weekend so removing myself. Have a great hike!
A member · Aug 13, 2025
Sorry guys, will not be able to make this one :(
Enjoy the hike!
Mr. Magoo · Aug 21, 2025
Was looking forward to this hike, but the little rhinovirus that flew up my nose had other plans. Hope y'all have a blast!

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