Little Monadnock Mountain
| Little Monadnock Mountain | |
|---|---|
Monadnock; metamorphic rock | |
| Climbing | |
| Easiest route | Path from Rhododendron State Park |
Little Monadnock Mountain, 1,900 feet (579 m), is located in the towns of Fitzwilliam and Troy, New Hampshire. Most of the mountain is located within Rhododendron State Park; there are scenic vistas from ledges just below the summit. The 110 mile Metacomet-Monadnock Trail crosses the mountain.
The mountain is flanked by
White Mountains), 4.5 miles to the west; its south and east slopes drain into the Tully River, then to the Millers River, thence to the Connecticut River and Long Island Sound, while its north and west slopes drain into the Ashuelot River
, thence to the Connecticut River.
Hiking
The summit ledges of Little Monadnock Mountain are accessible via the
snowshoeing
in the winter. Leashed pets are allowed in Rhododendron State Park.
Conservation
Rhododendron State Park features the largest natural grove of native rhododendron in northern New England. The grove has been recognized as a National Natural Landmark. A loop trail through the grove is accessible from the park trailhead.
See also
References
- ^ "Little Monadnock Mountain, New Hampshire". Peakbagger.com. Retrieved 2013-02-02.
- ^ "Little Monadnock Mountain". Geographic Names Information System. United States Geological Survey, United States Department of the Interior. Retrieved 2013-02-02.
- Southern New Hampshire Trail Guide. The Appalachian Mountain Club, Boston, 1999.
- The Metacomet-Monadnock Trail Guide. 9th Edition. The Appalachian Mountain Club. Amherst, Massachusetts, 1999
- "Rhododendron State Park". NH Department of Resources and Economic Development. Retrieved 2013-02-01.
External links
- "New England's Scenic Trail is Secure". Appalachian Mountain Club.
- "Rhododendron State Park trail map".