Full Day Hike |
Mt Jefferson via Caps Ridge Trail Meeting Time: 9:00 AM Event Coordinator: nhclimber03264White Mountains, NH US Max # People: 12 Trip Guiding / Event Fee: No, I will not be asking participants for money
Difficulty Level:
Moderate to Strenuous |
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SUMMARY: “Two roads diverged in a wood and I - I took the one less traveled by, and that has made all the difference.” Robert Frost Mt Jefferson: Via the Caps Ridge Trail. This trip is considered MODERATE to STRENUOUS. Steep grade (down), false summits, pace, exposure, and weather are all factors. Climbers should be comfortable with steady, consistent pace and possible winter conditions. Over ¾ of this trip is exposed above tree line, there is no shelter or alternate routes. If weather is inclement this hike WILL BE CANCELLED. Group will meet at the Caps Ridge Trail parking lot at 9am and depart by 9:20. Trail head parking is located on the Jefferson Notch Road. Trail Details and Distances: Don’t be fooled, this is an amazing hike with many hidden challenges. Distance is 2.5 miles from parking to the summit. Travelers will break tree line after approximately 20 mins and remained exposed to the summit. This trail has amazing views from several “false summits”. Some steep, rocky ledges to cross. Not ideal for those who do not like heights. Because of so much of the trail is exposed with NO shelter this hike will be cancelled if weather is inclement. PREPARATION/WHAT TO BRING: White Mountains can and do have unpredictable and extreme weather changes year-round. Do not be fooled by lower elevation weather. Weather in higher elevations can be very tricky and unstable. A major portion of this trip is exposed above tree line, there is no shelter. It is recommended that hikers: For this trip it is important to bring along flexibility, patience, and a sense of humor. Covid – This Trail is very popular destination for hikers. Group Size: It is not fun leaving folks out of trips. Weather: The weather for this trip will be monitored the week prior. If it is a concern any updates or cancellation information will be posted by the Friday prior by 6pm. If it is a cancellation, it will include a rescheduled date so participants can watch for that opportunity. For weather details; Safety is a priority! Any time a hiker is injured or lost a HUGE team of volunteers is dispatched to aid in the search and rescue efforts. Resources used to plan this trip: Group will meet at the Caps Ridge Trail parking lot at 9am and depart by 9:20. Trail head parking is located on the Jefferson Notch Road. |
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Driving directions to the location and spot to meet at: Group will meet at the Caps Ridge Trail parking lot at 9am and depart by 9:20. Trail head parking is located on the Jefferson Notch Road. Where to meet: The parking lot can be reached by following the Cog Railway Road off route 302. Jefferson Notch Road is approximately 5 miles on the left. The parking area is at the height of the Jefferson Notch Road. **Because of trip preparation the trip leader is unable to provide a ride for this trip. |