Mount Galehead Trail
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New Hampshire · grafton County

Mount Galehead Trail

Backcountry climb to Galehead area with scenic ridgeline sections.

Rating
Length
10.0 mi
Difficulty
7
County
grafton

About This Trail

A backcountry climb via the Gale River Trail to Galehead Mountain at 4,024 feet, accessing the AMC Galehead Hut along the Garfield Ridge. The remote setting in the heart of the White Mountains offers a quieter hiking experience with scenic ridgeline connections to the Twins and Bonds.

Location

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Coordinates: 44.1853427, -71.5736921

Getting There

From I-93, take Route 3 east about 3.5 miles to the Five Corners intersection. Turn right onto Gale River Road, stay left at the fork, and continue 1.3 miles to the Gale River parking lot on the left.

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