White Mountain Backcountry, Moderate 4x4 trail in Lincoln, NH
    Moderate
    Trail
    4.5

    White Mountain Backcountry

    Lincoln, NHNortheast

    White Mountain Backcountry is a moderate 50+ miles off-road trail near Lincoln, NH. It requires a properly built 4x4 with All-terrain tires and is best run May - October. Stock trucks and Jeeps are not recommended; plan on the required modifications before attempting it.

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    Rugged forest roads through New Hampshire's Presidential Range with views of New England's highest and most weather-battered peaks. Abandoned logging roads and CCC-era routes climb into some of the Northeast's most dramatic alpine terrain.

    Fun Facts

    #1

    Mount Washington holds the record for the highest wind speed ever recorded on Earth's surface, 231 mph.

    #2

    The White Mountains have weather as severe as any mountain range in the world.

    #3

    The Appalachian Mountain Club operates a chain of backcountry huts through the range.

    Length
    50+ miles
    Elevation
    800 - 4,000 ft
    Best Season
    May - October
    Permit
    Not Required
    Presidential RangeAlpine terrainCCC-era roadsCovered bridgesFall foliage

    🛞 Tires

    required
    All-terrain tires

    ⚙️ Drivetrain

    recommended
    4WD capability

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    GPS Coordinates

    44.0512, -71.6834

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