Mt. Willard

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Trail Overview

A popular family-friendly hike with dramatic views overlooking Crawford Notch.
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Trail Activity
Hiking Snowshoeing
Length
1.50 miles, One Way
Difficulty
Moderate
Towns
Bethlehem (NH), Carroll (NH), Hart's Location (NH)
Surface
Packed Earth/Dirt
Pets
Permitted on leash
Fees
No
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Description

The Mount Willard Trail is a scenic 1.5-mile trail up Mount Willard located in the heart of Crawford Notch. Beginning from Crawford Notch Depot, cross the railroad tracks and follow the Avalon Trail for 0.1 miles to where the Mount Willard Trail begins on the left. The trail steadily climbs to the the summit of Mount Willard (2,865'), offering a sweeping view to the south of Crawford Notch and the Saco River Valley.

Other Information

Before you hike, know the hiker responsibility code and be prepared:

  • With knowledge and gear
  • To leave your plans
  • To stay together
  • To turn back
  • For emergencies
  • To share the hiker code with others.

Visit the hikeSafe website to learn more!

Trail Manager

These trails are managed jointly by NH State Parks and the White Mountain National Forest and maintained by the Appalachian Mountain Club. For more information, contact:

Appalachian Mountain Club
P.O. Box 298
361 Route 16
Gorham, NH 03581
Phone: 603-466-2721
AMCinformation@outdoors.org
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White Mountain National Forest: Saco Ranger District
33 Kancamagus Highway
Conway, NH 03818
Phone: (603) 447-5448 x 0
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New Hampshire State Parks
New Hampshire State Parks
172 Pembroke Road
Concord, NH 03301
Phone: (603) 271-3556
nhparks@dncr.nh.gov
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Trail Tips

Dispose of Waste Properly
Dispose of solid human waste in a cathole 6-8 inches deep and at least 200 feet from water, camp, or trails. Don't forget to cover it up when you're done!

Trailhead Information

Crawford Notch Depot: From Interstate 95, take Exit 35 for US-3 N, just north of Franconia Notch. Take US-3 10.4 miles to Twin Mountain, then turn right to head East on US-302 towards Crawford Notch. Continue 8.9 miles on US-302 through Crawford Notch, and just beyond the AMC Highland Center, the historic train station Crawford Notch Depot is on the right. Park in front of the train station and the trail for Mount Willard crosses the tracks and heads uphill.

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