
Perched at treeline on the shoulder of Mount Lafayette, Greenleaf Hut provides spectacular views of the Franconia Range. Sublime sunsets over the notch are a beautiful finish to a day's hike.
Season Dates - 2008: Self service May 9 - May 31
- 2008: Full service June 4 - October 18
Basics
- Location: Mount Lafayette
- Elevation: 4,200 feet
- Hike difficulty: more challenging, with steep and rocky terrain
- Adjacent huts: Lonesome Lake Hut, Galehead Hut. View map >>
- Great base for exploring the timberline zones of Franconia and Garfield Ridges.
Accommodations - Sleeps 48 in three coed bunkrooms.
- Self service includes access to kitchen facilities, mattresses, and pillows.
- Full service includes hearty dinner at 6 p.m. and breakfast at 7 a.m., three wool blankets, and pillow.
- Resident staff available with trail information and weather reports.
- Small retail store with safety items, snacks, souvenirs.
- Informative displays and daily educational programs.
- Green technology: Solar power, wind power, Clivus composting toilets. Learn more >>
| See a panoramic view of the area. Photo: Courtesy of Full Circle Imaging |
 | See an interior panoramic view. Photo: Courtesy of Full Circle Imaging |