Kancamagus Scenic Byway
White Mountain National Forest, Grafton County, NH
Point-to-point trail in White Mountain National Forest, Grafton County, NH. Scenic drive.
- Distance
- 23 mi (37 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,195 ft (669 m)
- Est. Time
- 8 hr 30 min
- High point
- 2,858 ft (871 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Visitor center: White Mountains Attractions Visitors Center 0.6 mi (1 km) from start
- Attraction: Alpine Adventures Outdoor Recreation 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from start
- Campsite: Big Rock Campground 7.8 mi (12.6 km) from start
- Viewpoint 11.9 mi (19.2 km) from start
- Viewpoint 14.1 mi (22.7 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Sugar Hill Scenic Vista 18.5 mi (29.8 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Sugar Hill Overlook 18.5 mi (29.8 km) from start
- Trailhead: Sabbaday Falls Trailhead 20.5 mi (32.9 km) from start
- Picnic area: Sabbaday Falls Picnic Area 20.5 mi (32.9 km) from start
- Campsite: Passaconaway 21.6 mi (34.8 km) from start
- Hut: Radeke Cabin 21.8 mi (35.1 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Kancamagus Scenic Byway
How long is Kancamagus Scenic Byway?
Kancamagus Scenic Byway is 23 mi (37 km) long. Most people take about 8 hr 30 min. It climbs 2,195 ft (669 m) in total, up to a high point of 2,858 ft (871 m).
How hard is Kancamagus Scenic Byway?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Kancamagus Scenic Byway?
Parking at the start, Free. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Kancamagus Scenic Byway?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: 8.9 mi (14.3 km), 13.8 mi (22.3 km), 13.8 mi (22.3 km).
Is Kancamagus Scenic Byway shaded?
Partly shaded (68% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on Kancamagus Scenic Byway?
Yes, dogs are allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Kancamagus Scenic Byway?
Best for Scenic drive.
Where can you eat near Kancamagus Scenic Byway?
Merland's Tap & Table, 0 mi (0 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Citgo, 0.3 mi (0.4 km). 1 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Kancamagus Scenic Byway?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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- Woodland Loop White Mountain National Forest · Easy · 0.8 mi (1.3 km)
- Ritchie Smith Trail Grafton County · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.6 km)
- Gordon Pond Trail White Mountain National Forest · Easy · 0.8 mi (1.2 km)
- J.E. Henry Trail White Mountain National Forest · Easy · 2.8 mi (4.6 km)
- Gordon Pond Trail White Mountain National Forest · Hard · 6.9 mi (11.1 km)
- Gordon Pond Trail Grafton County · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.5 km)
- Escape Route Grafton County · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.5 km)
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