Mount Willard — Attraction in Hart's Location

Great moderate hike! The trail is normally a dry creek bed, but after the recent rains, it's a shallow stream. A few slick spots, as one would anticipate with wet rocks. A few spots early on the trail require solid balance or use of poles to cross wider streams, but checking out the falls is well worth the potential for damp socks. The trek to the top is a steady uphill grade, but again, it's worth it. Pace yourself with even strides and you'll be fine. We didn't encounter any nuisance bugs - a few mosquitos on the way up and some small flying pests at the tip while we were eating. Nothing that would prevent you from leisurely...

This is what you envision as a true "hiking/climbing" trail. Just brilliant and worth the 1 1/2 hour trek to the top for the view. Very well maintained; NOTE TO TOURISTS - this is NOT a nature walk. Its classified as "moderate" but that's local's assessment - tourists will find it more an 8/10 for difficulty. If you are over 50 and not used to trails make that a 9/10. Dress appropriately - footwear is the most essential. Round trip 3 hours+ so plan accordindly. Whatever, do it if travelling...

Very satisfying hike to the top. The sometimes rocky inclines will give you a little workout but the payoff is worth even more! If you're older (50+) or have had any back injury, I'd suggest using hiking sticks but otherwise you should be fine! There were lots of dogs on this trail and I even saw small children. Mt. Willard is a gem in the Crawford Notch area and I'd definitely...