20.4 mi
Distance
9,134 ft
Elev. Gain
10h 54m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
We don't publish a description for Presidential Traverse Trail unless we can point you at the agency it came from. We don't have one yet. The planning figures above — distance, elevation gain, estimated time, route type — come from the source listed on this trail.
The managing agency is the authority for conditions, closures and route notes. See official sources below. Spot something we should add?
Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
We have no current condition data for this trail. Check with the operator before you go, and submit a report below if you've been recently.
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Hazards & Warnings
Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 400 ft |
| High point | 9.9 mi | 1,910 ft |
| End | 20.4 mi | 577 ft |
Trail Details
- Route Type
- Point to Point
Official sources & verification
Reserve or permit
- Apply for permit
Required permit application for this trail. Many systems run seasonal lotteries or fixed application windows — confirm current dates here.
Source of truth
- Agency source page
The page our published rules and notes are derived from.
- WMNF wilderness areas and regulations
USDA Forest Service
- WMNF frequently asked questions
USDA Forest Service
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Berlin, NH · about 3 mi away
- County:
- Coos County, NH
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
Highlights
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Legacy import — verify before navigating
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.
Nearby Trails
More trails near Presidential Traverse Trail
Mt Madison to Mt Adams to Mt Jefferson Loop
Valley Way, The Brookside, Airline Trail Loop
Mount Madison and Thunderstorm Junction Loop
Valley Way Trail
Pinkham Falls
Mount Madison and Adams via the Valley Way Trail
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