HIKES & EVENTS
Hike to Monadnock Summit by a path less traveled
Full Day Hike
DATE: Oct 01, 2022
END DATE: Oct 01, 2022
Hike/Event Location: Jaffrey NH
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Wayland, MA United States
Meeting Time: 9:30 AM
Max # People: 10
Hike Guiding / Event Fee: No, I will not be asking participants for money
Hike Difficulty Level:
Moderate
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Summary
The mountain that Henry David Thoreau loved most was Monadnock.
During this Moderate looping hike we will travel about 5 miles and experience approx. 1750ft elevation gain, avoiding the popular White Cross/White Dot on the ascent.
Hike plan (generally following https://www.alltrails.com/explore/recording/mount-monadnock-via-parker-trail-and-cliff-walk-d5a28f8) Beginning at Monadnock Headquarters car park, we will begin ascent on the Parker trail then soon switch over to Lost Farm trail. Once at Cliff Walk trail, we will make a stop at Thoreau’s Seat, then proceed to Bald Rock (aka Kiasticuticus Peak), from which we will view and continue to Monadnock summit, following Cliff walk to Amphitheatre and then to White Arrow. Descent will be via White Dot/White Cross (or convince me otherwise).
"Those who climb to the peak of Monadnock have seen but little of the mountain. I came not to look off from it, but to look at it. The view of the pinnacle itself from the plateau below surpasses any view which you get from the summit. It is indispensible to see the top itself and the sierra of its outline from one side.... It is remarkable what haste the visitors make to get to the top of the mountain and then look away from it." - Thoreau
Preparation/what to bring: lunch, plenty of water, snacks, and a good collegial attitude
Social mixer/overnight: following the hike, everyone is welcome back to my house in north Wayland MA to hang out and optionally pitch your tent in the back yard. Dinner logistics TBD, but BYOB. Address will be provided to those attending this portion of the event.
Directions To Trailhead Parking Lot
Location and logistics of the Monadnock HQ car park (carpooling strongly suggested owing to parking fee) https://www.nhstateparks.org/visit/state-parks/monadnock-state-park.aspx
Meet just outside of the Park Store (near the vending machines)
Note: I am able to take up to 4 other hikers + gear from the Boston area, contact me to arrange
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Hey Guys! We’re a bit delayed but are on our way there. We’ll be there at the park store at 9:45 am. Thanks! Kevin, Ed, Keith and Richard
Hi Jason. That's fine. I could even pick you up in Townsend on the way to Monadnock if that's easier for you.
Dan would you be able to pick me up at the train station.... that way I can open a spot up in relayers car? I'll spot ya for gas money.
I live in North Leominster and I'm a mile from the North Leominster Train Station. I'd be interested in carpooling, either driving or riding with someone. I won't be able to attend the after hike social.
I am, despite my GO profile that says I'm in Cambridge MA, still in "exile" in Stowe VT. So, unfortunately, I won't be going to the potluck. I'm not really in a position to carpool, either. And there doesn't seem to be any nearby "park & ride" facility where I could carpool for the last mile. In which case I'll just meet y'all at the park headquarters.
I’ll do the hike but will not stay for the social. Looking forward to it! Willing to share a ride from Boston as driver or passenger if anyone else plans for just the hike. See you on Saturday!
I'll be just doing the carpool and hike... got some crappy news this week, so afterwards I will be visiting family/friends to try to cheer them up....so gonna be looking for all of you to fill me up full of smiles and happy thoughts so I can spread them along afterwards. :)
JUST PUTTING THIS OUT THERE.... if anyone needs a ride to the hike ill be at the North Leominster Train station around 0830Hrs. From there driving up to the trail head. If you are looking to carpool. find your way there and lets meet up. :) North Leominster Station is located at 44 Nashua Street, Leominster MA
It appears that I have double booked this date. I'll try to make time slots but if I'm not at the trail head with you feel free to start with out me.... Relayer, thanks for the carpool idea but I'll be driving my own car now. Since it appears I have moring plans. Lol
I will be camping at Monadnock State Park on Friday, 09/30. If anyone is interested, I have room for one rider who also is welcome to pitch a tent at my site for the night. I will not be attending the social.
Interested in car pooling if there is room. Or I can drive as well. I have room for three additional people in my 4Runner. Definitely won’t be camping but will get a Airbnb near by. If anyone is interested in sharing that space. Let me know!
Interested in car pooling if there is room. Or I can drive as well. I have room for three additional people in my 4Runner. Definitely won’t be camping but will get a Airbnb near by. If anyone is interested in sharing that space. Let me know!
Willing to car pool. Mtn. Is about a 30min drive from me.
Interested in car-pooling and camping options. Thanks!