This is a treat. Easy hike to a beautiful lake on the top of the mountain. Great for hiking with kids. It's about a 15 min walk up to the lake and trails go all the way around. You can swim or hike. there are a few picnic tables. If you're into mushroom hunting I would highly recommend this area. We saw many people jogging around the lake on the trail through the woods. the trail around the lake is mostly level and a...
Read moreBeautiful spot, not too far from the towns of Hanover and Lebanon, NH and easy to access the trails from various points. Depending on how long a hike I want to take (or how much time I have), I access the trails from either the trailhead at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center or via the parking area across from the Wilder Dam along...
Read moreIt is an elevation gain of 377ft in .3 miles so the incline to the lake is insane. But honestly, it is well worth it for a cool dip in the lake and these amazing views. Cute stream that flows you up the steep incline. Once you get to the lake there is a trail that takes you around the lake to look at the granite formations and...
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