Weather & Trail Conditions
Remember—It’s important to prepare for anything when out in the backcountry.
Even if it feels like summer in the valleys, it can be cold and winter-like on the high peaks. The right clothing and gear are essential in the unpredictable weather of the Northeast’s mountains. Before you head out on your adventure:
- Be prepared for severe conditions, regardless of the season
- Pack the 10 essentials
- Bring extra layers (including synthetic or wool base and insulating layers, and a windproof/waterproof outer shell)
- Eat high energy foods
- Stay hydrated on your trip
Careful planning with adequate supplies will help keep you and your party safe on the trail and assure a fun and adventurous time in the outdoors. If you are ever in doubt, turn around – the mountain will always be there for your return adventure.
If you are ever in doubt, turn around – the mountain will always be there for your return adventure.
View weather and trail conditions to plan ahead for your trip.
Cardigan Lodge
Name and Location: Cardigan Lodge; 774 Shem Valley Rd, Alexandria, NH 03222
Elevation: 1,450'
Current Conditions As of 9:30 a.m. on 3/22 the temperature is 34.0 degrees F. Spring conditions here at Cardigan, expect slushy snow in the afternoon with patches of ground starting to show in the meadows.
Status: open
Carter Notch Hut
Name and Location: Carter Notch Hut; Coos County, White Mountain National Forest, NH
Elevation: 3,450'
Current Conditions At 7:50 the temp is 29 degrees Foggy and freezing rain. Trails are light snow with Fresh drifts. Snow shoes recommended.
Current Snow Depth 69"
Status: open
Highland Center
Name and Location: Highland Center; Bretton Woods NH 03575
Elevation: 1,883
Current Conditions Current Temp. as of 6:15 a.m. was 19.2 degrees F. Windy, with drifting snow. Trails are hardpacked with fresh coating of snow overnight. High winds caused heavy drifting in some spots. Snowshoes recommended. With the wind and heavy drifting, the best bet would be a loop around the Ammonoosuc Lake to Red Bench lookout.
Current Snow Depth 33
Status: open
Lonesome Lake Hut
Name and Location: Lonesome Lake Hut; Coos County, White Mountain National Forest, New Hampshire
Elevation: 2,760'
Current Conditions as of 7:50 a.m. current temp is 30.6 degrees F. Light drizzle with light fresh snow. Trails are packed below and above the hut and snow shoes are the recommendation.
Current Snow Depth 40
Status: open
Medawisla Lodges & Cabin
Name and Location: Medawisla Lodges & Cabin; Piscataquis County, The Maine Highlands, Maine
Elevation: 1208’
Current Conditions View today’s trail conditions
Status: close
Mohican Outdoor Center
Name and Location: Mohican Outdoor Center; Blairstown, NJ 07825
Elevation: 1,180'
Status: open
Zealand Falls Hut
Name and Location: Zealand Falls Hut; Coos County, White Mountain National Forest, New Hampshire
Elevation: 2,700'
Current Conditions As of 7:50 a.m. current temp is 22 degrees F. Overcast and freezing rain. Trails below and above the hut are broken, with a light layer of snow. Snow shoes are the recomendation for all trails in the area.
Current Snow Depth 41
Status: open
Galehead Hut
Name and Location: Galehead Hut; White Mountain National Forest, New Hampshire
Elevation: 3,800'
Status: close
Gorman Chairback Lodge & Cabins
Name and Location: Gorman Chairback Lodge & Cabins; Piscataquis County, The Maine Highlands, Maine
Elevation: 1,120'
Current Conditions View today’s trail conditions
Status: close
Greenleaf Hut
Name and Location: Greenleaf Hut; White Mountains, New Hampshire
Elevation: 4,200'
Status: close
Lakes of the Clouds Hut
Name and Location: Lakes of the Clouds Hut; Coos County, White Mountain National Forest, New Hampshire
Elevation: 5,050'
Status: close
Little Lyford Lodge & Cabins
Name and Location: Little Lyford Lodge & Cabins; Piscataquis County, The Maine Highlands, Maine
Elevation: 1,220'
Current Conditions View today’s trail conditions
Status: close
Madison Spring Hut
Name and Location: Madison Spring Hut; White Mountains, New Hampshire
Elevation: 4,825'
Status: close
Mizpah Spring Hut
Name and Location: Mizpah Spring Hut; White Mountains, New Hampshire
Elevation: 3,800'
Status: close
Joe Dodge Lodge
Name and Location: Joe Dodge Lodge
Elevation: 2032'
Current Conditions As of 5:51 a.m. the temp was 19.0 degrees F. It windy, with blowing snow. Trails are hard-packed, with fresh snow on top. Wind blown drifts are very likely. Traction is recommended, with spikes being the best option on high traffic trails. Snowshoes recommended on low traffic trails. On this windy and snowy day, the best bet is the hike to Lost Pond. This is a one-mile round trip trail that takes around 1 hour. It rambles along the beginning of the Ellis River and will bring you to the pond and its fine view of Mount Washington. Start across the street from the Pinkham Notch Visitor Center and turn right after the bridge. The best view is from a flat rock that sticks out into the pond about two thirds of the way along its eastern shore. With the recent warm weather, consider staying off the ice.
Current Snow Depth 24
Status: open
Hermit Lake Shelters (Tuckerman Ravine)
Name and Location: Hermit Lake Shelters (Tuckerman Ravine)
Elevation: 3,900'
Current Conditions As of 7:50 a.m. current temp is 34.2 degrees F Cold rain Trails below the hut are packed and micro spikes are recommended. Above the hut is wind drift ice pack with a recommendation of snow shoes, ice axe and crampons.
Current Snow Depth 65
Status: open
