White Mountains
Explore the White Mountains, a rugged and scenic range straddling northern New Hampshire — famed for high passes, alpine terrain, and classic New England hiking.
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Geography
| Continent | North America |
|---|---|
| Region | New England |
| Subregion | Northeastern United States |
| Country | United States |
| State | New Hampshire |
| County | Grafton County |
| Timezone | AmericaNew York |
| Latitude | 44.2 |
| Longitude | -71.5 |
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2:55 PM LOCAL TIMEThe White Mountains form a dramatic, glaciated range across northern New Hampshire, with iconic peaks like Gorham’s Mount Washington and the triple-peaked Franconia Ridge. Versatile and often challenging, the region offers high-elevation hikes, alpine circuits, and winter mountaineering alongside family-friendly walks and forest drives. Key trailheads from Gorham, Bretton Woods, and Lincoln serve a network of routes, while attractions like the Cog Railway, Kancamagus Highway, and national forest lands expose visitors to varied landscapes and seasons. Whether you're after summit day on Mount Washington, long-distance crossings like the White Mountain Trail, or quieter pond-approaches in quieter subranges, the White Mountains reward careful planning and respect for rapidly changing weather.
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