Hike to Mount Israel

NOTE: The new time to meet for this hike is 10:00. Join us for this moderate hike that begins with the Bearcamp Trail on Sandwich Notch Road.  This moderately flat trail of 0.6 mi includes time along the Bearcamp River and a stop at Beede Falls and a view of Cow Cave.  At 0.6 mi we join the Wentworth Trail and hike for 2.1 mi through beautiful forest to the peak of Mt Israel.  If the clouds cooperate, we should see great views of the Lakes Region along the way and from the peak.  We descend by the same trails.  The hike is 5.4 miles out and back with 1630 feet of elevation gain.  Most of the elevation gain occurs on the Wentworth Trail, with an average grade of 15%.

This hike is limited to 7 people so that we can practice the recommended social distancing and stay at least 6 feet away from each other.  Please bring a face covering to use while at the trailhead and when passing other hikers.

We’ll eat lunch at the peak, so bring your lunch.  Also bring or wear layers to accommodate late August temperatures.  It’s always important to bring at least 1 liter of water, rain gear, sunscreen, and bug spray.

Rain will cancel.