Trip report

Carter Notch Hut Overnight + Wildcat Ridge

Backpacking DATE: 02/14/2026 - 02/15/2026

Trip/Event Location: Gorham, NH
US

Trip Leader(s): Alexander

Max # People: 10

Trip Guiding / Event Fee: No, I will not be asking participants for money

Difficulty Level: Strenuous

This is an opportunity to try out some winter backpacking without needing to carry a tent or stove! We will meet at the 19 mile brook trailhead and hike in the 3.8 miles to the hut. The trail gains

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Driving directions to the location and spot to meet at:

Park at 19 mile brook trailhead: https://share.google/AnmEiqsuOTVqALLUh

Please arrive by 8:45 am. We will be leaving the parking lot at 9 am.


Trip Report/Photos
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Amazing trip! On Saturday we hiked in to the hut with light snow flurries. Elevations above the hut were blowing snow and socked in so after some lunch by the woodstove 2 of us spent the afternoon snow shoeing out the Wildcat River Trail in alternating sun and snow flurries while 1 of us alternated between napping and crocheting by the stove. 25 folks stayed overnight so it was cozy and crowded for dinner! We woke up Sunday to crystal clear and ice cold conditions. One of us hiked down to make it home in time for a hot date while 2 of us hiked up to Wildcat A and along the ridge to Wildcat D and the ski area. Wind gusts dropped as the day went on and we had sunny clear conditions with incredible views! Thanks guys for an amazing weekend in the beautiful winter mountains!

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Members That Participated

Alexander

Outdoor Fitness Level: Strenuous


Somerville, MA


United States
Twigs

Outdoor Fitness Level: Strenuous


Townsend, MA


United States
Russell

Outdoor Fitness Level: Strenuous


Newtonville, MA


United States
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