Found in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, just north of the state’s central lakes region, this hike takes you past waterfalls on your way to a granite peak.
Climb through the broad leaf and evergreen forest of the White Mountains toward the summit of Mount Chocorua. Before you’re half way up, a spur trail to the left will take you to the waterfalls and eventually brings you back to the main trail.
Eventually you leave the forest behind and you can see for miles and miles. Take in 360 degree views of the area, including a gorgeous look at Mount Washington to the north. Plenty of space is to be had over the rocks on the mountaintop.
You can get to the trail head via the Kancamagus Highway. At about 7 miles out and back, the Champney Falls Trail takes you past two waterfalls, via a short spur trail, before continuing on the ascent to the peak. Additionally, there is a route up the mountain via the Piper Trail off of Route 16. This trail map shows the many options up Mount Chocorua.