Mount Washington, Boott Spur and Davis Path

If there is a spiritual center of New Hampshire hiking, a place that physically embodies the traditions of high peak exploration, in short, a mecca of alpine enthusiasm, then Pinkham Notch is it. Its reputation is well deserved. Trails that radiate from behind these walls immerse the hiker in spectacular scenery on the way to the highest summit in the northeastern United States. Food, clothing, lodging, equipment, advice, maps, outdoor educational programs, current weather forecasts, telephones, hot showers, reservations, shuttle buses, mountain rescue, parking, and a place to rest and meet others are all available here. This recitation should explain why a hike from this trailhead is included in a comprehensive guide to New Hampshire hiking. Special attractions: Crystal Cascade and unsurpassed views of Huntington Ravine, Tuckerman Ravine, the Mount Washington Valley, and the surrounding Presidential Peaks.