Baldface Glade

A backcountry ski destination with challenging alpine sections as well as mellower treed glades
Trail Activity
Backcountry skiing
Length
7.50 miles, Network
Difficulty
Strenuous
Town
Chatham (NH)
Surface
Snow, Ungroomed
Pets
Permitted on leash
Fees
No

Description

The skin track follows the Slippery Brook Trail to alpine faces on Baldface Knob. The upper sections are steep and transition to mellower grades partway down. Skiers who want to avoid the open alpine area can traverse to the glades at 2,400'.

Please note that there can be a significant risk of avalanche in this area. See the alerts tab for more details.

For more information and to download a map, visit the Granite Backcountry Alliance.

Trail Manager

Granite Backcountry Alliance develops legal glades for backcountry skier in cooperation with landowners and local communities. For more information, visit their website or contact:

Granite Backcountry Alliance

Granite Backcountry Alliance
PO Box 2854
North Conway, NH 03860
granitebackcountry@gmail.com
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White Mountain National Forest: Saco Ranger District

White Mountain National Forest: Saco Ranger District
33 Kancamagus Highway
Conway, NH 03818
Phone: (603) 447-5448 x 0
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Trail Tips

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Trailhead Information

Parking is at the trailhead for the Slippery Brook Trail. From Chatham, head north on NH-113B. Turn left on NH-113/Main Road. Parking is on the left after 2.7 miles.

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Trail Alerts

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Avalanche Risk

This trail system goes through areas with significant risk of avalanche. Be prepared for avalanche conditions.

  • Always carry a beacon, shovel and probe and know how to use them.
  • Check the weather forecast before you go out. Follow snow condition reports throughout the winter.
  • Never go into avalanche terrain alone.
  • If you are crossing a slope with avalanche risk, cross one person at a time.

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