North and South Kinsman offer great views, an easy ascent, and a quick and painless traverse across the col. What's not to like?
Kinsman Ridge
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A point-to-point journey across one of the hardest miles on the New Hampshire section of the Appalachian Trail. But as always, "the trail provides."
And then, there were none! North and South Kinsman Mountain (4,293 and 4,658 feet, respectively), Cannon Mountain (4,100 feet). Franconia, NH. With a crossing over the Cannonballs. 60 dF at trailhead, approx 70 dF at summits. Cloudy to start, giving way to mostly sunny skies and 20-30 miles visibility. Very windy at Cannon summit — approximately 25-30 MPH. Via Lonesome Lake, Fishin’ Jimmy, Kinsman Ridge, and Hi-Cannon trails. Trailhead: 0745. […]