Presidential Rail Trail
White Mountain National Forest, Coos County, NH
Point-to-point trail in White Mountain National Forest, Coos County, NH. Hiking, Horseback riding, Mountain biking, & Snowmobile.
- Distance
- 19.2 mi (31 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 656 ft (200 m)
- Est. Time
- 6 hr 30 min
- High point
- 1,499 ft (457 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Trailhead: Randolph East 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from start
- Trailhead: Appalachia 5.7 mi (9.1 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Tudor Richards Viewing Platform 17.7 mi (28.5 km) from start
- Bike repair station 19.2 mi (31 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Presidential Rail Trail
How long is Presidential Rail Trail?
Presidential Rail Trail is 19.2 mi (31 km) long. Most people take about 6 hr 30 min. It climbs 656 ft (200 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,499 ft (457 m).
How hard is Presidential Rail Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Presidential Rail Trail?
Parking at the start, Free. 5 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Presidential Rail Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Presidential Rail Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (84% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on Presidential Rail Trail?
Yes, dogs are allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Presidential Rail Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding, Mountain biking, Snowmobile. Shared with bikes, horses. Surface: gravel.
Where can you eat near Presidential Rail Trail?
Gorham House of Pizza, 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Sam's Variety, 0.9 mi (1.4 km).
Is this a good week for Presidential Rail Trail?
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.
Trails near Presidential Rail Trail
- Presidential Rail Trail White Mountain National Forest · Moderate · 19.3 mi (31 km)
- Gorham Rec. Trail Coos County · Easy · 0.8 mi (1.3 km)
- Pumphouse Loop Coos County · Easy · 1.2 mi (2 km)
- Gorham Rec Trail Coos County · Easy · 0.9 mi (1.4 km)
- CCC Gorham Trails Coos County · Moderate · 11.6 mi (18.6 km)
- Pipeline west Trail Coos County · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.4 km)
- Pipeline Trail Coos County · Moderate · 3.6 mi (5.8 km)
- Hinchey Trail Moose Brook State Park · Easy · 0.7 mi (1.1 km)
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap