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Ethan Pond Trail Segment NH
Longer route with wetland, pond, and mountain-corridor scenery.
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Mount Avalon and A-Z Trail Loop
Moderate summit-and-ridge loop with strong views over Crawford area peaks.
Mount Tom Field Willey Loop Trail
Three-peak White Mountains loop with sustained elevation and scenic variety.
Ripley Falls Trail
Short forest route to a broad sliding waterfall face.
About This Trail
A longer route through the mountain corridor between Crawford Notch and Franconia Notch, passing wetlands and the scenic Ethan Pond campsite along the Appalachian Trail. The relatively gentle grade through dense forest offers a peaceful backcountry experience with mountain-framed pond views.
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Nearby Trails
Mount Avalon and A-Z Trail Loop
Moderate summit-and-ridge loop with strong views over Crawford area peaks.
Mount Tom Field Willey Loop Trail
Three-peak White Mountains loop with sustained elevation and scenic variety.
Ripley Falls Trail
Short forest route to a broad sliding waterfall face.
Mount Willard Trail
Moderate climb to a classic overlook above Crawford Notch.
Mount Webster via Webster Cliff Trail
Classic notch-area ascent with steep sections and summit overlooks.
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