This book describes all of the trails that climb each peak. The amc also maintains a list of new england 4000 footers, all falling within vermont, new hampshire, and. Climbing new hampshires 48 4,000 footers fills that gap by informing adventurersfrom the freshlybooted novice to the grizzled mountaineerabout each of new hampshires 48 iconic mountains that top out at over 4,000 feet. Most of the 4000 footers in the white mountains are reachable on day hikes, but some are quite remote and require multiday trips to access. Mountain elevation state date notes washington 6288 nh 06242012 2012 presi traverse with brennan adams 5774 nh 06242012 2012 presi traverse with brennan jefferson 5712 nh 06242012 2012 presi traverse with brennan monroe 5384 nh. Below comprises the new england 4000 footer list as well as the dates and notes of my completion of them. You can order a 4,000 footer club tshirt or visit ragged mountain equipment of intervale, n. Mar 31, 2017 simply visit the amc four thousand footer clubs webpage, and fill out an application.
Complements the bestselling 4000footer passport book pubished in 2015. The pemigewasset wilderness is surrounded by various hiking trails that make up the entire loop. Designed to complement the popular periodic table of the white mountains 4000footers poster, this pocketsize passportstyle booklet is tailormade for keeping track of your 4000footer climbs. Be sure to include the date of your final peak, as well as a brief account of one meaningful hike you had along the way. If youre working on the 48 and the 67 at the same time some people start with the 67 because the peaks in maine and vermont are closer for them, then check out this article, which outlines in much more detail the ins and outs of the 48 4,000. Plus youll get a patch from the amc 4000 footer club when you complete this mountain project. The 4000footers of the white mountains is not available from amazon, but you can find it on the shelf in many stores and gift shops throughout the white mountains. Additionally, mountains that youve summited while working on your nh 48 4,000footer list or your winter 4,000footer list can be counted toward the completion of this list. Sep 07, 2008 according to amc four thousand footer club record keepers, the youngest person to have successfully climbed all 48 of the peaks was just fourandonehalf years old when he reached his last.
Most of the 4000 footers in the white mountains are. Im looking for something similar to the nh 4000 footer book im guessing there isnt one as i probably would have heard about it. Since we bailed on the previous weekend due to rain, we decided to stomp out a four peak trip after throwing around some two peak trip ideas that would have been less than acceptably arduous. The appalachian mountain club amc four thousand footer club was formed. The new hampshire four thousand footer list, officially known as the white mountain four thousand footers, was created by the appalachian mountain club amc. The proper inclusion or exclusion of several peaks is still a matter of some dispute. Carol completed her new hampshire 4000footers in 2002. Top 25 hikes in the white mountains new england waterfalls. This classic pint glass lists all 48 of new hampshires 4,000foot peaks, along with their elevationsthe perfect gift for the peakbagger in your life, and the perfect memento to celebrate your. Each mountain name in the list links to a specific page on the 4000 site not amc with more detailed information. The 48 4000 footers of new hampshire welcome to the guide to hiking the 4,000 footers of new hampshire.
The white mountains of new hampshire contain numerous ranges and many mountain. Each mountain name in the list links to a specific page on the site not amc with more detailed information. Appalachian mountain club, 10 city square, boston, ma 02129. List of amc white mountain guide books from 1907 to present. Designed to complement the popular periodic table of the white mountain 4000footers poster, this pocketsize passportstyle booklet is tailormade for keeping track of your 4000footer climbs. Bound with a handsome dark blue leatherette cover, it includes a page for each of the 48 peaks on which to log date, companions and hike notes. Back to the mountains and this time it felt overdue. White mountain 4000footers passport amc store appalachian. The deep narratives and hiking distances for each possible route. And the objective is to hike all 48 mountains on the list, and once completed a hiker may apply for a patch and scroll through the amc four thousand footer club. New hampshire has 48 mountains that are over 4,000 feet in elevation, and at any one point in time, thousands of hikers. Womens 4000 hike appalachian mountain club event listings.
Steve has climbed new hampshires 4000 footers in summer and winter and has bagged the new england hundred highest. Variations of the new hampshire 48 4,000footer list the trek. I got my copy at white birch books in north conway, but ive seen it in the amc highland center. For those just starting or new to peak bagging in nh will need two books for reference. I got my copy at white birch books in north conway, but ive seen it in the amc highland center and pinkham notch gift shops. White mountain 4000footers passport book bondcliff books. At that time, peaks such as hancock, owls head, and west bond were trailless and rarely climbed. The amc is the group that determines lists of mountains, such as the new england 4,000 footers, the nh 4,000 footers, the vt 4,000 footers, the me 4,000 footers and several others.
Jun 15, 2008 a few years ago, as my then 20yearold nephew was about to join his dad and me as members of the amc 4,000 footer club, i asked garth which peak he was saving for last. Links official amc new england 4000 footer list selected guidebooks for this list amc white mountain guide, 28th edition smith, daniell caution. Jul 21, 2011 a range of other products are available to help you keep track of the 4,000footer list. Learn more about how to join the new hampshire 4,000footer club below, and join us in staff led hikes here. It also comes with folding maps that are helpful to check out before the hike. Details about the areas unique climate and geology. The problems of overuse were unknown, except along the heavily. Please call 18002624455 for assistance with your order. This book is the bible of 4000 footers in the white mountains of nh. See more ideas about poster, music festival poster, footer. A pocketsized, passportstyle booklet that hikers can use to chart their progress as they scale the peaks of the new hampshire 52 with a view peakbagging mountain list.
Guidebooks buy the 4000footers of the white mountains and amc white mountain guide. Youll want to read each page thoroughly, and be sure to get a map and know how to use it before hiking any of them. Mount tecumseh white mountain 4000 footers hiking list. The 48 4000footers of new hampshire new england waterfalls. Light gray, 100% cotton, has replica of 4000footer club patch on front and illustration of the 4000foot peaks on back, reproduced from the 4000footer club awards scroll. Born in brooklyn, she graduated in 1941 from the long island college hospital school of nursing. Nh 4000 footers guide amc ready to hike the 4,000footers of the white mountains. New 2017 color and design for the official amc 4000 footer club tshirt. Either can be used as an overnight stop for those who wish to continue hiking in the presidential range. New hampshire 4000 footers white mountains hiking list. Jan 24, 2019 additionally, mountains that youve summited while working on your nh 48 4,000footer list or your winter 4,000footer list can be counted toward the completion of this list. Dates for all in person activities and programs posted below remain subject to change based on the latest public health guidance and government directives.
The appalachian mountain club amc four thousand footer club was formed in 1957 to introduce hikers to some of the lesserknown sections of the white mountains of new hampshire. Designed to complement the popular periodic table of the white mountains 4000footers poster, this pocketsize passportstyle booklet is tailormade for. The 48 4000footers of new hampshire welcome to the guide to hiking the 4,000 footers of new hampshire. New hampshire 4000 footer infomap great looking piece of hiking wall art displays the locations of all 48 new hampshire 4000 footers detailed information on each mountain product information. Im looking for something similar to the nh 4000 footer book im guessing there isnt. The loop is most frequently hiked in 2 or 3 days, but some athletes tackle all the. A few years ago, as my then 20yearold nephew was about to join his dad and me as members of the amc 4,000footer club, i asked garth which peak he.
Janelles 2nd 4,000 footer the 10th highest mountain in new hampshire throws it all at us, and we let it, grinning and working hard all the way up. Any orders placed through this store will not be honored or fulfilled. Links official amc new england 4000footer list selected guidebooks for this list amc white mountain guide, 28th edition smith, daniell caution. Mount tecumseh, 4000 footers hiking list on the same day that i publicized my owls head, conserving wilderness article, the appalachian mountain club amc posted an article about some of the mountains on the white mountain 4000 footers hiking list. On a day like today, you cant fight against the mountain. Amc four thousand footer club welcome to the official 4k. New hampshire has 48 mountains that are over 4,000 feet in elevation, and at any one point in time, thousands of hikers are working towards their goal of climbing them all. Depending on the daily hike options you choose, you will total between 42 and 81 miles, gain 14,00024,000 of elevation, and summit between 7 and 28 high peaks, 20 of which are on the official amc 4000 footer list. We regret we are unable to process orders online for our canadian customers. Ready to hike the 4,000footers of the white mountains. The amcs mizpah spring hut is located approximately 2. The state of new hampshire has fortyeight 4,000 footer mountains in the white mountains listed below in order of highest elevation to lowest elevation.
New england 4,000 footers v new hampshire 4,000 footers. Here is a list of the mountains, shown from tallest to shortest, complete with a few briefing notes on each. And if need be, add any new mountains that do qualify. New 2017 color and design for the official amc 4000footer club tshirt. The pemigewasset loop pemi loop is a 31 mile loop hike in new hampshires white mountains. Those lists include the white mountain 4000footer list including the fourseason award, the new england 4000footer list, and the new england hundred highest list, amc said. Eisenhower and amcs lakes of the clouds hut is located approximately 2. Buy the amc white mountain guide the most recent copy of this essential guidebook has all of the most uptodate information on trails, great views, time estimates, mileage, and other key factors. If you like to climb 4000 footers in new hampshire, i recommend you get yourself a. At that time, peaks such as hancock, owls head, and west bond were trail. Perhaps the amc has better survey information not present on the usgs maps.
Those who are finishers or are close to it will likely want to move onto another list. Hikers will end up climbing at least 8 of nhs 4000 footers, and gaining over 9,000 feet in elevation during the trip. The four thousand footer club official site amc four thousand footers web page. The group will attempt to hike at least one 4000 footer on saturday and one on sunday, with the possibility to do several. The application as well as some additional information is found on the amc 4000footers website. Find activities appalachian mountain club event listings. Hikers who complete the list get to join the 4000 footer club and attend an awards dinner. Amc main office 5 joy street boston, ma 02108 6175230636 6175230722 fax.
These books feature many of the peaks on this list, but may not have information on all of them. Jan 29, 2019 the amc four thousand footer club website has the rules outlined here for completing the peaks. From casual hikes to challenging ascents regional hiking series by eli burakian dec 1, 2018. Designed to complement the popular periodic table of the white mountain 4000 footers poster, this pocketsize passportstyle booklet is tailormade for keeping track of your 4000 footer climbs.
Amcs planning guide will get you started hiking all 48 peaks over 4,000 feet in new hampshire. Carol completed her new hampshire 4000 footers in 2002. To achieve winter status, hikers must ascend and descend on foot each mountain deemed an official 4,000footer there are rules specifying what accounts for a true 4k footer in winter, and not. If you can climb all of the new hampshire 4000 footers youll join an elite group of mountain enthusiasts. Actual hiking destinations may vary based on weather and trail conditions, but options include. The 48 4,000 footers in nh sit in many mountain ranges including the carter moriah range, franconia range, western white mountains. Links official amc 4000 footer list selected guidebooks for this list amc white mountain guide, 28th edition smith, daniell caution. Apr 12, 2020 those lists include the white mountain 4000 footer list including the fourseason award, the new england 4000 footer list, and the new england hundred highest list, amc said.
He is currently the trail adopter for the west section of the unh trail on hedgehog mountain and, through the 4000 footer committee, the passaconaway cutoff. With all the rain last weekend i had quite a bit of time on my hands and so i started to plan out some of the routestrips for the maine 4000 footers and i have some questions and need some recommendations. Fourthousand footers sometimes abbreviated 4ks are a group of fortyeight mountains in. New hampshire 52 with a view passport book bondcliff books. Bound with a handsome dark blue leatherette cover, it includes a page for each of the 48 peaks on which to log date, companions, and hike notes. Nh presidential range hike appalachian mountain club. We hike in small groups averaging 57 people based on each days chosen route options and paces. Advice for maine 4000 footers first, i have the amc maine mountain guide. Amc white mountain guide books 1907 1916 1917 1920 1922. The white mountain 4000 footers section hikers backpacking blog. Equipped is an amc outdoors blog, written by matt heid. The vast majority of hikers bag their peaks in spring, summer, and fall, but a tiny minority climb them all in winter.
This must have guide to new hampshires famous fortyeight 4000 foot summits is the first and only comprehensive guide and history to focus solely on these celebrated peaks. The deep narratives and hiking distances for each possible route up each mountain are indispensable, and having a separate writeup for winter approaches in hugely helpful. New hampshire 4000 footers for beginners trail to summit. New hampshire 4,000footers pint glass peakbaggers and white mountain lovers will be itching to get their hands on this hot collectible. He is currently the trail adopter for the west section of the unh trail on hedgehog mountain and, through the 4000footer committee, the passaconaway cutoff. Book time estimates hiking time in the mountains based on 30 minutes for every mile, plus 30 minutes for every 1,000 feet of ascent. A range of other products are available to help you keep track of the 4,000footer list. In the long run, this will help with overuse issues. The amc has revised its 4000footer lists as surveying became more accurate or the selection criteria were adjusted, with the white mountains list growing from 46 peaks in the 1950s to 48 in 1982.