The Summit: Mount Osceola
09-Sep-06
Route: Osceola Trail to the summit
Meeting time/place: 9:00 AM, Mt. Osceola trail head off of Tripoli Road.
Mileage/Time: 6.4 miles round trip. Approximately 5 hours.
Peak coordinator: David Cormier (DAC) 603 305-7921, david_cormier@raytheon.com
The Hike:
The hike up Osceola (4,340′) is described in the AMC booked as one of the
easiest 4,000-footers in New Hampshire. The hike up is 3.2 miles, with an
elevation gain of about 2,000 feet and it will take us approximately 2 to 2 1/2
hours to arrive at the summit. The summit is exposed and has excellent views.
We will meet around 9:00 am at the trail head (parking lot) off Tripoli
road in Waterville Valley and will take the Osceola trail to the summit.
This is a nice hike and you will be able to hike at your own pace.
The Flag:
Our flag and flag pole are all set and ready for the hike.
Trail Head Driving Directions – Exit 31 off Rt 93 from the south:
From I-93, take exit 31 for Tripoli Road. Drive east on Tripoli Road
for seven miles to a parking lot on the left “Mount Oeceola Trail”
Trail Head Driving Directions – Exit 28 off Rt 93 from the south:
From I-93 south, take exit 28 onto rt 49 – (left at end of ramp.)
Follow for 10.3 miles through Water Valley. Look for Tripoli Road.
Trail head parking lot is on your right.
