From the lake, take either Fishin’ Jimmy Trail, Cascade Brook Trail to Kinsman Pond Trail, or continue on Lonesome La… It took us 30 seconds to choose alternate route, and off we went. Though it takes days to hike the entirety of the Kinsman Ridge trail, numerous trails ascend to Kinsman Ridge trail, making day trips to South Kinsman possible. North Kinsman Via Mt Kinsman Trail is a 7.4 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Woodsville, The summit of North Kinsman can be found on the trail before the small spur trail to the look out. //-->. Day 104: Kinsman Ridge - 16.30 Miles - From Kinsman Notch (North Woodstock) To Franconia Notch - Slackpacked the Kinsman Ridge with Trash today. Vertical Gain. Lonesome Lake is another gorgeous lake nestled into a fantastic location. This is the fastest route up Cannon and can be accessed from the Cannon Mountain Tramway parking area (highlighted route below). The Fishin' Jimmy Trail, from this direction, looked very comfortable at first. The Kinsman Ridge Trail noticeably descends immediately off the summit area and drops into a thickly wooded section, but soon after the trail levels then begins its climb to South Kinsman. The north end of the trail begins at the Cannon Mountain Ski Area tramway parking lot, just off Franconia Notch Parkway. Good footing, lots of log bridges over wet areas, and even room to pass other hikers (we saw several ill-prepared groups heading up to the shelter). The hiker was identified as 60-year-old Veronica Nagle of Plymouth, New Hampshire. The AMC White Mountain "Book Time" for this trail is 1hr 32 mins. Another .1 mile up we found ourselves in a very unique landscape marked by the fact that it was relatively flat and mossy. The Mount Kinsman Trailhead parking lot is located on the east side of Route 116 in Easton, New Hampshire. If you look left as you're driving into the paved parking lot, you'll see a small dirt road that has room for about 10 cars - park there. The Kinsman Ridge Trail continues through more wooded areas and traverses across the Cannon Balls toward Cannon Mountain. This year the rain was particularly fierce, we had broken many of the previously held rainfall records and we were still getting showers about every other day. CONTACT:Lieutenant James Kneeland603-744-5470September 3, 2020 Lincoln, NH - On Wednesday September 2 at 5:15 p.m., NH Fish and Game Conservation Officers were notified of an injured hiker on the Kinsman Ridge Trail in Lincoln. This is a 2 mile trail (4 round trip) up Cannon Mountain. In fact, the trail and the brook became one for quite a while, which made this a tough and somewhat slow trek, especially in the high water. Shortly after Rocky Glen Falls, we were treated to another brook crossing, this one we were able to make without boot removal and continued up trail. Jan 12 | Sunrise at Kinsman Pond on Sunday after spending the night by: /u/Simple-Snow / reddit The most accessible route begins at Lonesome Lake Trail, which ascends to Lonesome Lake. We stopped frequently along the first half mile of trail to take pictures. With this in mind, Dome and I decided we should tackle a viewless peak. In the winter, Cannon is a great shorter … The map below shows how to get to the summit of Mount Cannon via the Kinsman Ridge Trail.. There's water near by (requires treatment) and even several tent platforms within a few hundred feet. Despite the crappy forecast (rain was predicted all day) we packed up our stuff and headed to the Basin Cascades trailhead. This trip was taking longer than expected and we were flirting with the dinner hour at this point, so we moved on quickly. The hikers were dealing with rain, wind, and dropping temperatures. There's a very short diversion off the peak to a ledge overlooking Kinsman Pond, which we imagined would have some great views if we could see. As soon as we got there the rain picked up and conditions were what we like to call less than optimal. North Kinsman, South Kinsman, NH: Trails: Mt. We both commented about how beautiful this section of the trip was because the forest was thick with moss and other greenery that is rare in the Whites. It's not entirely clear where you need to go out of the parking lot, so we walked around a little and discovered that we needed to walk through the underpass of Route 3/93 to get to the Basin, which is where the trail begins. Kinsman Falls Lincoln NH. Parking for the trail head is left off of exit 34B. 37 likes. He now divides his time between skiing in Utah, diving in St. The Kinsman Ridge Trail itself is even less steep as it climbs towards the Lookout Tower at the top of Cannon Mountain. This alerted the International Rescue Coordination Center who then alerted officials in New Hampshire. For safe hiking tips and a list of essential gear, visit hikesafe.com. From I … Kinsman Falls have a 22′ total drop, the water source is Cascade Brook. Kinsman Notch (elev. Kinsman Pond Campsite Shelter NH Trail Conditions and Trip Reports are crowdsourced from many hiking websites across the Internet. We're men! These posts have been tagged with Kinsman Pond Campsite Shelter NH, or are within 1.5 miles of it. We were getting a little tired at this point, and there was little notable about the trail so we pretty much marched in silence. The trail reaches the Kinsman Ridge Trail at 3.7 miles. The south end of the trail leaves NH 112 about a half mile north of the Lost River Reservation entrance. We picked the Kinsmans because of their proximity to the Broken Branch (we did Cannon last year. A look at the topo from the White Mountain Guide showed no water sources that paralleled the trail, but we were definitely walking by a brook. Somewhere along the hike, Nagle suffered a leg injury that slowed her down but the group felt they could complete the hike. Monica Michalsky, 73, of Meredith, New Hampshire, was hiking down the Kinsman Ridge trail from the summit of Cannon Mountain when she suffered a medical … All along, we thought about what route to take back. The recent rains had produced unusual volumes of water which were enticing to us, although not great for serious photographers according the serious photographer we met (too much white apparently). From Kinsman Pond, it is an additional 0.4 miles (500 feet of elevation) up to North Kinsman. Franconia Ridge 600 x 450 1024 x 768. The usual rocky footing and occasional granite slab slowed us down a bit, but within 30 minutes, we were at the summit North Kinsman, looking into a giant white wall of clouds. I expected the trail to be more packed than it was given the weather and location, but I only passed a little over a dozen people on the way up and there were only about a dozen people at the top. The northern most peak known as North East Cannon Ball sits at 3,769 feet in elevation and earned its spot on the New England 100 highest peak list. The trail starts at the Lafayette Place Campground. google_ad_width = 120; The Basin Cascades trail starts wide with good footing. North Kinsman, South Kinsman, NH: Trails: Mt. and moved on to the Kinsman Ridge Trail which would take us to the peaks. Outdoor enthusiasts are encouraged to purchase a Hike Safe card at wildnh.com/safe. Coincidence? We were disappointed at the lack of views, but were psyched we put another two 4K's into the books. As we left Lonesome Lake, we almost took the Cascade Brook path in the wrong direction. Cannon Mountain, NH: Trails: Kinsman Ridge Trail: Date of Hike: Sunday, January 10, 2021: Parking/Access Road Notes: Summer lot is still plowed and accessible : Surface Conditions: Snow/Ice - Monorail (Stable) Recommended Equipment: Snowshoes, Light Traction : Water Crossing Notes: No crossings on this trail : Trail Maintenance Notes: Nothing of note : Dog-Related Notes: No doggies … Having not been smart enough to bring my sandals (I even knew I would need them, but it's not a trip unless I forget something important) Dome and I decided he would cross first and toss me his Teva's so I could follow, which is what we did. The Fishin' Jimmy Trail connects the Lonesome Lake Hut with the Kinsman Ridge Trail and is part of the Appalachian Trail. all news, law enforcement, outdoor recreation, CONTACT:Lieutenant James Kneeland603-744-5470September 3, 2020. Kinsman Trail, Kinsman Ridge Trail: Date of Hike: Tuesday, December 29, 2020: Parking/Access Road Notes: No issue parking even though the lot is not plowed. Surface Conditions: Ice - Blue, Snow - Packed Powder/Loose Granular, Snow - Unpacked Powder, Snow - Drifts : Recommended Equipment: Light Traction, Traction : Water Crossing Notes: Trail Maintenance Notes: Trail … The topo for this hike revealed that there were moderate grades, which we always find is a great way to warm up, and that's what we got. Once at the lookout there is a small herd path going down, this herd path can be tricky but will give you views of Kinsman pond and the tent site. The AT from 112 (Beaver Brook) to what I had planned as the Reel Brook Trail Junction. The card helps support Fish and Game search and rescue activities. Sorry, your blog cannot share posts by email. The most popular route ascends via the Lonesome Lake Trail. This is a scenic hike over the Kinsmans, (NH4k) Northeast Cannon Ball (NE100) and Cannon (NH4k) Mountains. By 5:45 PM we were back at the car and ready for a hot shower and some grilled steaks. The terrain along this route is fun, offering some scrambles and lots of elevation gain/loss. Begin on the Kinsman Ridge Trail from the Cannon Mountain Ski Area parking lot right off I-93, exit 34B. As we ascended the Cascade Brook Trail, we noticed very little difference in the grade, and in fact continued to follow the Cascade Brook. I know, I'm sure you were concerned. Strenuous: The Kinsman Ridge Trail, which is part of the Appalachian Trail and usually takes days to complete, accesses the summit of North Kinsman, as well as South Kinsman, Cannon, and many lesser peaks. Another 100 feet up we saw the Rocky Glen Falls, which was stunning. We had the option to use the same trails, or branch out and take the Fishin' Jimmy Trail (part of the AT) so we could see Lonesome Lake and the AMC Hut there. There's one issue though. New Hampshire, US. Download The Full Cannon Mountain Hiking Map. The clouds that defined this day were still present, but they could not diminish the beauty of Kinsman Pond. Enter your email address to receive NHFG news by email. After a quick picture and some chow, we headed back towards North Kinsman. Image courtesy of 4000footers.com. We followed the trail around the east side of the pond and arrived at the Kinsman Pond shelter, which was deserted. 15.8 mi. View from the top of Cannon Mountain We rested, ate some snacks and warmed ourselves up in the cafeteria at the top end of the tramway. A quick bite to eat and we were off to South Kinsman. An SOS alert had been received by the International Rescue Coordination Center from the west side of Mount Wolf. Travel was slower than we would have liked, partially because of the wet trail, mostly because my knee was screaming with every step, but we pressed on and made it down to Lonesome Lake and the Lonesome Lake shelter in about an hour. South Kinsman is only 0.9 miles from there. We chatted quickly with a nice couple (French Canadians who had brought the wrong map but hiked anyway [don't do this at home kids!]) Mike Robinson posted the route: Today I ran Kinsman Ridge Trail from North to South and am posting my time as a current FKT at 5 Hours 4 minutes. Now I've read countless reports and musings about how certain crossings "could be difficult or dangerous at high water" and had never really paid much attention. A rescue team comprised of 18 volunteers from Pemi Valley Search and Rescue Team and three Conservation Officers was assembled and started in shortly after 6:30 p.m. At 8:15 p.m., the first team of rescuers reached the injured hiker 2.5 miles from the trailhead on Route 112 and determined that the injury prevented the hiker from continuing and that she would need to be carried. The trail crosses a bridge and heads easily uphill, soon crossing another bridge. We were not interested in staying long, so we covered the .1 mile to reach the Kinsman Junction, where we ran into the first humans we'd seen since the beginning of the Basin-Cascade Trail. 600 x 450 1024 x 768. There are two main ways to hike up the Kinsmans, one of of 93, where hikers start at Lafayette campground, and the other off of Route 116 from the west. The trail reaches a low point at 3288 feet before continuing up a very steep grade until merging with the Lonesome Lake Trail at After about a ten minute effort, we made it across some seriously cold water, dried off and began up the trail again. This place is important; you will return here after the next two summits. My last second glance at the signs set us straight and we headed back towards the Basin Cascade Trail. Washington Temp.Click pic for forecast. Like many higher ponds, this one was clear and gorgeous, long and somewhat narrow. Dome was on board with my little plan, so we mirrored last year's plan by packing up his camper and heading up to the Broken Branch campground. Cannon Mountain via Kinsman Ridge Trail (solo, 2017-06-17) A nice solo hike on hot and beautiful day. Spring was in the air in NH which meant a couple things. The AT from this end has a ton of elevation gain and then a bunch of PUDS. I think not.) Despite the rough footing and very wet conditions we made it to the Kinsman Pond, now 3.6 miles into our trip, in about three hours. Strenuous: South Kinsman is accessed by the Kinsman Ridge Trail, which is part of the Appalachian Trail and traverses the Kinsman-Cannon Ridge. We caught a couple glances at the peak of North Kinsman, which look formidable from the pond, but quickly decided it wouldn't be as bad as it looked. From Kinsman Pond you could also take the Kinsman Ridge trail another 2.4 miles to get to the Lonesome Lake Hut. From Lonesome Lake the summit can be reached via Fishin’ Jimmy Trail, Kinsman Pond Trail, or continuing on the Lonesome … The lower part of the trail has been relocated and there is now off-road parking 0.2 mile east of the Franconia/Easton town line instead of roadside parking at the town line. The stones that would provide an easy walk across the brook in drier conditions we now six inches under water that was moving very rapidly. … For now, make a right, staying on the Kinsman Ridge trail that has now converged with the Appalachian Trail. Turn left onto the Kinsman Ridge Trail, which is also the Appalachian Trail, and hike for 0.4 miles until you reach the summit of North Kinsman Mountain. At precisely one mile, we met up with the Cascade Brook trail which meets the Basin Cascade at a very out of place fiberglass bridge. I mean tackle the other end of the Kinsman Ridge Trail. A car shuttle is necessary if you don't want to backtrack. google_ad_height = 60; Nagle and her party of three other hikers had departed from The Liberty Spring Trailhead at 6:30 a.m. and were attempting to complete the section of the Appalachian Trail that crosses along Kinsman Ridge to Route 112. We could easily understand why the AMC wanted this spot for a hut. We shot some quick pictures, but Dome and I were both anxious to get moving. North Kinsman lies.4 miles to the south along the Kinsman Ridge Trail; South Kinsman lies an additional.9 miles down the ridge. Winter Hiking Cannon Mountain. First off, pack light for this one - its a calf-burner. The Kinsman Ridge Trail noticeably descends immediately off the summit area and drops into a thickly wooded section, but soon after the trail levels then begins its climb to South Kinsman. Kinsman Trail, Kinsman Ridge Trail: Date of Hike: Thursday, December 10, 2020: Parking/Access Road Notes: Surface Conditions: Snow - Packed Powder/Loose Granular, Snow - Unpacked Powder : Recommended Equipment: Snowshoes : Water Crossing Notes: Trail Maintenance Notes: Dog-Related Notes: Bugs: Lost and Found: Comments: First … At this point the path widens a bit and there's a white "Kinsman Ridge Trail" sign with arrows pointing in both directions. But the grade quickly started to increase, and we found ourselves descending a pretty steep trail that were we glad we did not have to ascend. The Kinsman Ridge Trail is the standard hiking trail on Cannon. Contact was made with the hiking party, and it was learned that a female hiker had suffered a leg injury somewhere along their traverse of Kinsman Ridge and they were now travelling at a snail’s pace. Mt. Please go to the Instagram Feed settings page to connect an account. You're right, we suck at sticking to a plan. Turn right onto Kinsman Ridge Trail/Appalachian Trail and follow it for 1.9 miles. Distance. The shelter is in good condition and can hold about 12 people without getting too cozy. Visit our website to learn more about our Usage Policy for photos and content. By the time we had covered about .6 mile, we were at our first water crossing. Cannon Mountain, NH: Trails: Kinsman Ridge Trail: Date of Hike: Saturday, January 2, 2021: Parking/Access Road Notes: Road was adequately, though not perfectly, ploughed. google_cpa_choice = "CAAQxZqazgEaCMOiwb9yonQWKIHD93M"; After enjoying the views on North Kinsman, continue hiking over the summit along the Kinsman Ridge Trail for 0.9 miles where you will reach the summit of South Kinsman Mountain. Kinsman Ridge Trail. Lonesome Lake 600 x 450 1024 x 768. 1,870 feet (570 m)) is a mountain pass located in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, United States. Kinsman Ridge Trail traverses two of these peaks and weaves around the middle one. Well, I guess I'm born again, because this was about the highest water this brook would see for some time, and it was definitely what I'd call difficult. The trip took eight hours including photo opportunities, rest, and river crossings; more than we expected, but when we thought about it, seemed reasonable given the 9.9 mile total trip and difficulties associated with the heavy rains. Once I got to the summit of North Kinsman I knew it was only a mile to South Kinsman and then I could turn around and head back to the car. The grade increased pretty quickly as we began the summit push, but was never very tough. Jan 14 | Cannon Mountain, The Cannon Balls, North Kinsman, South Kinsman, NH via Lonesome Lake Trail, Hi-Cannon Trail, Kinsman Ridge Trail, Fishin Jimmy Trail, Lonesome Lake Trail by: Marylyn Styles / newenglandtrailconditions. Cross the bridge over the Pemigewasset River and head up the campground road. I opted to go barefoot for this one, and it worked out fine. Retracing your steps is not as much fun as exploring new places, but in this case it worked out ok. Follow the signs for Lonesome Lake Trail through the campground for 0.2 miles, then turn right where the trail enters the woods. Be Aware, Prepared, and Responsible When Hiking from Now Through Fall, Adult Operator Seriously Injured in ATV Rollover in Jericho Mountain State Park, This error message is only visible to WordPress admins, Annual Awards of Excellence Nomination Form. The trail is almost parallel to the Cannon Aerial Tram.Hike up for 2 miles until you reach the summit. The injury became steadily worse, and eventually it was decided that they would push the SOS button on the SPOT device that they were carrying to get help. By the time we got to the summit of South Kinsman, it was 1:30 and the clouds had not given us any views at all. Kinsman Ridge Trail is a trail on Gordon Pond, Gordon Pond Brook, Black Brook, Eliza Brook, and Stony Brook in White Mountain National Forest, Appalachian Mountains, NH. For this, we were met with yet another crossing, for which we were required to remove our boots once again, which we grudgingly did. When we reached North Kinsman again, the clouds cleared enough for us to get a couple quick pictures of the available views. Mount Kinsman Trail This trail runs from the Franconia-Easton town line on NH Route 116. Cannon Trail Map. It follows the stream the entire hike up the mountain, so will get to see many other unnamed cascades and waterfalls along this hike through the White Mountain National Forest. Follow signs for the Tramway from I-93. North Kinsman and South Kinsman Trail via Lonesome Lake and Appalachian Trail is a 9.4 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Lincoln, New Hampshire that features a lake and is rated as difficult. Franconia, NH – At approximately 4:22 p.m. on Friday, August 23, 2019, New Hampshire Fish and Game Officers responded to a report of a female hiker having a medical emergency on the Kinsman Ridge Trail in Franconia. google_ad_format = "120x60_as_rimg"; Going Up! Rescuers carried through a steady rain while having to traverse many steep up and down stretches of trail, reaching the trailhead at 11:20 p.m. The hikers were advised to continue westward as best they could and a rescue team would meet them somewhere along the Kinsman Ridge Trail. Dome imagined bringing his son up for some fishing in a few years and I thought that sounded like a great idea. Trash (Bill) is a retired corporate treasurer turned Treasury agent and fraud investigator. An SOS alert had been received by the International Rescue Coordination Center from the west side of Mount Wolf. From the Lonesome Lake Hut the trail the trail is relatively flat until it crosses a small creek. Kinsman Ridge Trail. 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