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Crawford Path
This 8.5-mile trek is considered to be the oldest hiking trail in the state.
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Crawford Path Details
This 8.5-mile trek is considered to be the oldest hiking trail in the state. It was carved by the Crawford family in 1819 as means to get from their house to the summit of Mount Washington. You can retrace their 200-year old steps as you follow the same route up 4,900-feet to the tallest mountain in New Hampshire. The first 3.1 miles of the journey are through the woods, with dense foliage and canopied tops providing shade from the natural elements. However, the forest ends as you ascend above the tree line to the southern ridge of the Presidential Range. Keep in mind you will need to make the 8.5-mile walk back so it is best to allow two days for the entire trip.
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Nearby Parks Around Crawford Path
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Crawford Path
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0.1 mi away
Mt. Willard
The trail to this 2,865-foot mountain is suitable for all types of hikers, including those with kids and dogs.
1.5 mi away
Eisenhower Memorial Wayside Park
This park has some of the best views of the Presidential Mountain Range in the White Mountain National Forest.
2.6 mi away
Willey House
Located in Crawford Notch State Park, this tragic site has been a popular tourist attraction for almost 200 years.
2.7 mi away
Crawford Notch State Park
Hidden in the center of the White Mountains, this state park is a great destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
3.2 mi away
Upper Ammonoosuc Falls
Swimmers should take caution when choosing to venture into the pools of this powerful waterfall.
