Mt Kearsarge Trailhead

KARLA WALKER

Oh. Oh oh oh. So beautiful. The views are incredible. There's restrooms & picnic tables right by/near/around on the parking area. From here, you have a few choices of trails. There's the "down & dirty" -- approx ½ mile moderate difficulty trail to the summit, but while it may be short, it's a tough uphill, rocky, unstable journey. Then there's the "Sunday afternoon" trail, a slow, long, easier walking trail to the summit. You can also choose some shorter explorations around the parking area. If you're feeling super adventurous, you can hike up to the summit and over to the other side (which will take you to the Winslow State Park, located in Wilmot). But you'd need a car parked at both locations unless you want to hike up & over the summit twice to return to Rollins State Park in Warner. Point is, there are plenty of options. You can hike up to the top of Mt Kearsarge from two different starting points. My personal suggestion is to start at Rollins State Park one day & make it a full day (or more, with camping) so you can truly enjoy the sights and sounds and peace Mother Nature has to offer. Either way, Mt Kearsarge offers some of the best views of numerous other mountains in all directions. You can't go wrong.

Simon Wright

The drive up to the trailhead is along a twisty road. Beware if idiots coming in the opposite direction as there is little room to maneuver. This is a very popular trail and it is advisable to reserve online. There are two trails, one with lots of boulders and quite challenging, while the other is steep but easier. You can do the two together as a loop if you wish. The walk up is fun, and the views from the top are amazing. There is a lot of interesting graffiti hewn into the rock at the top dating back almost 200 years.

Craig West

A very breathtaking park. I love New Hampshire and all that it has to offer. I’ve been here during the fall, winter, and now spring/summer. Mt Kearsarge was very beautiful and a quick trip for a quick hike.

Cory

Super easy hike. Great for family's with kids. Tons of rocks for the little ones to climb on. Great spots for family photos and lots of space to move around other people on busy days Tons and tons and tons of parking. Such a great surprise once you get there. Was surprise that you can drive to practically the top of the mountain mountain and climb up to the top of the fire tower Can't wait to get back!!