Moriah Winter Hike

We had a stunning clear, cold, calm day for our hike to the summit of Moriah! Amazing views and incredibly blue sky all day contrasted against the snow. Trail was partly packed, though the higher we got the more useful it was to have some snow shoes leading the way. Temp was forecast in the single digits, with almost no wind. 

This is a 9 mile out and back to the summit of Mount Moriah on the Carter-Moriah Trail. The trail goes over Mount Surprise (2220') on the way to the summit, which has views of the presidential range. https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/new-hampshire/mount-moriah-via-carter-moriah-trail

Please arrive by 8:45am. We will be leaving at 9am. Daylight is short with sunset at 4:53 pm so bring a headlamp just in case. 

ROUTE: Carter-Moriah Trail out and back.

STATS: Approx. 9 miles; Elevation gain: 3250 feet. Time depends on conditions and pace of the group.

We will be hiking in winter conditions at a moderate pace. There will be ice and snow. MicroSpikes or Hillsounds Crampons are mandatory and we may need snowshoes if there is a recent snowstorm. If you don’t own a pair of snowshoes, you can always rent them from your local outdoor gear shop. 

Please have the appropriate gear/clothing to hike this time of year and the appropriate amount of layers to keep your core body warm. We recommend WINTER hiking boots, MicroSpikes, poles, wool hat, gloves, hand warmers, rain/wind gear, warm layers, HEADLAMP and NO COTTON. Carry at least 2 liters of water, lunch and snacks.