When it comes to beautiful landscape, New Hampshire’s the place to be! From emerald green lakes to waterfall hikes, we’re lucky to spend our days in a state that’s got an outdoor endeavor for just about everyone. While we’d like to explore every nook and cranny we can find, let’s be totally honest: There are days when the idea of strapping on hiking boots feels a little daunting. Those are the days it’s easy to stay inside. But, next time you’re facing the possibility of giving up and watching TV, try this short and easy hike in New Hampshire instead! It’s big on fun, but low on mileage!
The views from the top of Pitcher Mountain might make you think the folks at the top had spent the better part of the day on a slow ascent.
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While it’s true the the sight is impressive, the reality involves significantly less blood, sweat and tears than you might imagine.
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The mountain is located in the Andorra Forest in the southwestern part of the state and on a clear day you can see as far as the White Mountains, Mt. Washington and Mt. Lafayette.
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The hike is marked by white blazes and begins from a parking lot on Rt. 123. The entirety of the easy and accessible hike is about .6 miles and should take you around 15-minutes. However, there’s a very subtle incline that might be noticeable for some people.
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While the 15-minute route is marked in white, there’s a slightly quicker alternate route to the top that’s about .25 miles.
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While you can certainly do this hike at any time of year, we have a preference.
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Summer! Heading to Pitcher Mountain in August means copious amounts of blueberries alongside the trail. The presence of the berries will probably add some time to your hike as it’s impossible to simply pass them by.
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Once you do manage to get yourself to the end of the trail, you’ll be thankful you spent the day outside!
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This is where you’ll want to spend some time enjoying the broad and impressive views of the Green Mountains as well as the surrounding Monadnock region.
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To find the trailhead for this hike, click here and enter your starting point. If the hike is nearby, why not try it today? If you do, be sure to share your photos along the way with the community in the New Hampshire Nature Lovers Facebook group!
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And, for another short, but gorgeous hike in New Hampshire try visiting this waterfall. It’s easy enough for kids, but entertaining enough for grown-ups to be glad they did it.
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