Are dogs allowed on Mount Washington Auto Road?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Mount Washington Auto Road but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Mount Washington Auto Road?

No, Mount Washington Auto Road does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Mount Washington Auto Road?

Mount Washington Auto Road is rated expert. It is 15.9 miles long with 4,990 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

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ExpertOut and Back

New Hampshire

Mount Washington Auto Road

Gorham, New Hampshire

15.9 mi

Distance

4,990 ft

Elev. Gain

7h 42m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Expert

Difficulty

About This Trail

The Mount Washington Auto Road—originally the Mount Washington Carriage Road—is a 7.6 mi (12.2 km) private toll road in southern Coos County, New Hampshire that extends from New Hampshire Route 16 in Green's Grant, just north of Pinkham Notch, westward across Pinkham's Grant and Thompson and Meserve's Purchase to the summit of Mount Washington in the White Mountains of the US state of New Hampshire. The road climbs 4,618 ft (1,408 m) from an altitude of 1,527 ft (465 m) at the bottom to 6,145 ft (1,873 m) at the top, an average gradient of 11.6%. The road was completed and opened to the public in 1861.

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:475 ft

Max:1,914 ft

1,521 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Out & Back
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.