Event Location: Jefferson NH
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Meeting Time: 10:00 AM
Max # People: 12
Hike Guiding / Event Fee: No, I will not be asking participants for money
Hike Difficulty Level:
Moderate
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A moderate climb through fine woods reaches Mt. Starr King and Mt. Waumbek with fine views of the Presidential Range!
The trail is generally fairly easy all the way up, with moderate grades. At 2.6 miles we’ll reach the Mt. Starr King [3907’] summit with a partly cleared view near a former shelter of the Presidential Range. We follow the ridge crest for another mile to reach the summit of Mt. Waumbek. Mt. Waumbek wooded summit [4,006 feet] doesn't offer views, but just past it there are fine views of the Presidential Range from a blowdown patch.
Stats: 7.2 miles, 2800' gain.
This hike is meant as a positive experience, so please leave discussions about politics or negative events at home. Enjoy the moment with nature and friends.
Parking and the trailhead are in the village of Jefferson, north of US 2.
If you approach from the west, opposite the Waumbec Golf Club, .07 miles east of NH 116, you’ll see a hiker sign and a Starr King Trail sign.
If you approach from the east on US 2, it is 3.6 miles from NH 115.
The trail begins on Starr Lake Road, a gravel road to several houses that leaves the north side of US 2 [trail sign], 0.2 east of its junction with NH 115A. However the access road is in "rough shape" and not good for low-riding cars, Also the road may not be plowed in winter so park in the plowed lot across US 2 and just west of Starr King Road if necessary.
Outdoor Fitness Level: Moderate to Strenuous
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Outdoor Fitness Level: Easy to Moderate
does May 17th work for everyone? I think Jason is the only one who hasn't done Starr King before, so I hope the 17th works.
Sorry I don't have my personal calendar with me, will respond late tonight.
Drats. Only one open for me is may 17th
Posting on Trip/event, I've sent out E-mails asking what dates in May work best to reschedule this hike
it will be great for your grandmother to have her family with her. In all likelihood I will reschedule. I'll work on this tomorrow. I just got back from hiking Amphibrach trail. Another 2.3 miles and I would have reached Adams!
Sounds good. I may have to drop out towards the end of the week.... Family is talking about moving Easter dinner to a Saturday lunch..so we can spend Easter with my grandmother who just lost her husband. But will keep you posted.
Right now, the weather prediction is rain for Saturday. However, weather predictions around here tend to change from one day to the next. I'll keep things as planned for now. By Thursday I can check in with you guys and we can figure out what we want to do.
