Waterville Valley Scaur and Flume Hike

Oops, never filed a trip report on this hike of ours 2 weeks ago, but figure would do so belatedly.

The hike ended up being just Joe and I, but it was a beautiful day for a walk, and we always enjoy this hike as the trails are lesser used.    We also forgot what a beautiful view it is from the Scaur, and also another lookout before the flume.   The flume was a pleasant place to sit and have lunch, and then we continued onto the intersection with Livermore Trail/ Road, from where it was an easy 4.6 mile walk back.     We look forward to posting this again, maybe in September.    

Join us for this beautiful hike in Waterville Valley to the Scaur and Flume along lesser used trails.   This hike is 8.5 miles long with about 1300 feet of elevation gain, although the last 4.5 miles is an easy downhill walk along Livermore Road.    We will start on Livermore Road, then take the Kettles Trail up to the Scaur, a rocky outcropping with nice views at the top.   We will take a short break at the Scaur to rest and admire the views.    We will then continue on the Irene's Path trail to the Flume.  Irene's Path is a new trail created in 2013 after the Scaur Trail and the Flume Brook Trail were permanently closed due to damage from Hurricane Irene.    There is another nice view shortly before we get to the Flume, and then we will have lunch relaxing by the water at the flume.     From the Flume we take Old Skidder Trail upward and then to Livermore Trail/Road, where it is then a gentle 4.5 mile walk back down to the parking area.    We may go out for coffee / beverages afterwards if people are interested.