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Caps Ridge Trail

10 Reviews

#4 of 6 things to do in Jefferson

Hiking Trails, Outdoor Activities, Nature & Parks

Jefferson, NH

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“Interesting and technical hike, 2700ft elevation gain in 2.4 miles”

I am down to the last 6 of my NH 48 4ks. We hiked Mount Jefferson this past Saturday via the Caps... read more

Reviewed 29 August 2016

happyhiker63nh

Campton, New Hampshire

“Great views”

Fun but tough hike. One can not mind some scrambles or the real challenge doing the scrambles on... read more

Reviewed 30 August 2015

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The hike along this 2.5-mile trail is a challenge, from an elevation of 3,008 feet to the top of Mt. Jefferson at 5,715 feet.

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29 Aug 2016

“Interesting and technical hike, 2700ft elevation gain in 2.4 miles”

29 Aug 2015

“Great views”

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happyhiker63nh

Campton, New Hampshire

5338

Reviewed 29 August 2016

Interesting and technical hike, 2700ft elevation gain in 2.4 miles

I am down to the last 6 of my NH 48 4ks. We hiked Mount Jefferson this past Saturday via the Caps Ridge Trail. Caps Ridge has the highest elevation for a trailhead of all the 4ks. You start at 3008ft, the elevation gain from...More

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Troy D

Reviewed 30 August 2015 via mobile

Great views

Fun but tough hike. One can not mind some scrambles or the real challenge doing the scrambles on the way down.

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Neil M

New Bedford, Massachusetts, United States

8445

Reviewed 20 August 2015

Fast trail to summit with fun scrambles, good when dry.

You gain fast, the 3 caps are a blast if you arent skiddish with exposure and elevation behind you. Highly recommend plenty of water and proper gear for weather, as the ridge is very exposed.

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Jodi P

Millbury, Massachusetts

6020

Reviewed 9 February 2014

Challenging and Beautiful

We took the Caps Ridge Trail for our Annual Memorial Hike in 2010. This was a new trail for us, but we wanted something different. We previewed the trail in the summer with our kids, so we were able to test it before taking our...More

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SurfingDoc

East Coast, US

4445

Reviewed 20 August 2013

A Lot of Fun, but Don't Underestimate It...

We hiked the Caps Ridge Trail on a gorgeous bluebird day. We've hiked a lot of trails in the White Mountains and have done our share of 4,000-footers. Caps Ridge is one of the most beautiful trails we've hiked, and it may have been the...More

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ladyjane04

Seabrook, New Hampshire

1516

Reviewed 31 July 2013

Direct to MT Jefferson

We went up the Caps Ridge Trail to MT Jefferson. It took us 1 hour and 50 minutes. We hike on the faster side. It is challenging but exciting too! If you want to make a day of it, then you can hike to MT...More

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Betsy H

Randolph, NH

3120

Reviewed 5 November 2012

High edge adventure

This is getting up above tree line the hard way, but a real thrill. YOu go right up a rocky ledge until you summit Mt. Jefferson. Lots of scrambling and ups and downs. Not for the faint hearted!

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Robert S

Briarcliff Manor, New York

124

Reviewed 1 September 2012

Steep Trail....Highest Trailhead

The trail starts easy but soon gets steeper and steeper, eventually reaching the top of Mt. Jefferson. This is a trail for experienced and properly equipped hikers only.

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Skipppy

New Hampshire

1417

Reviewed 24 September 2008

Tough hike - Fantastic views!

This is a steep hike, almost all the way to the top. The elevation gain is 2700ft in just 2.5 miles. It does not take an athlete to make it to the top, but you need to be fit and very determined. Pack a minimum...More

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BlazingMoose

Rhode Island

Reviewed 4 September 2007

Somewhat challenging trail, but short, with a big payoff in views.

Had a great day. The trail has some tough spots, but it is only 2.4 miles to the top of Jefferson. You're above tree line for a lot of it, with awsome views.

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