Purgatory Brook Trail
Mont Vernon Town Land, Hillsborough County, NH
Out-and-back trail in Mont Vernon Town Land, Hillsborough County, NH. Hiking.
- Distance
- 4.9 mi (7.8 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 259 ft (79 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 40 min
- High point
- 568 ft (173 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Waterfall: Purgatory Lower Falls 0.6 mi (1 km) from start
- Waterfall: Middle Falls 4.5 mi (7.2 km) from start
- Waterfall: Upper Falls 4.9 mi (7.8 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Purgatory Brook Trail
How long is Purgatory Brook Trail?
Purgatory Brook Trail is 4.9 mi (7.8 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 40 min. It climbs 259 ft (79 m) in total, up to a high point of 568 ft (173 m).
How hard is Purgatory Brook Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Purgatory Brook Trail?
Parking at the start, Free, 8 spaces. Closest lot to the start: Lower Purgatory Falls Parking.
Are there water and toilets on Purgatory Brook Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Purgatory Brook Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (100% under trees).
What can you do on Purgatory Brook Trail?
Best for Hiking. Surface: dirt.
Where can you eat near Purgatory Brook Trail?
Food, 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Market Basket, 1.4 mi (2.2 km).
Is this a good week for Purgatory Brook 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.
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap