Best Hiking Views in the Northeast POSTED ON JULY 11, 2019 BY ANNA B As the days grow longer and rainy days subside, summer is a
great time for a hike. New England hiking is for everyone because of the
variety of mountains with amazing views and difficulties ranging from beginner
to expert. Although the heat may offer a challenge, a postcard-worthy view at
the top definitely makes these hikes worthwhile. With the help of Sven
Can See, we can ensure that you don’t miss out on these beautiful mountain
views. Our biodegradable, non-toxic, odor free products are safe to use on any
eyewear. Make sure to use our anti-fog gel and lens cleaner for a safe hike and to make sure you can
enjoy the view at the top. Here are some of the best hikes in the Northeast: Beginner:
1. Rattlesnake New
Hampshire
Located in Holderness,
New Hampshire, this 2 mile hike offers beautiful views of Squam Lake. Keep an
eye out for bald eagles, many people have reported spotting them while standing
at the summit. Rattlesnake Mountain also has dozens of rare plant species to
observe on the way up the mountain. 2. Bash
Bish Falls Massachusetts
This hike features the
highest waterfall in Massachusetts and is located in South Egremont. It is 2.1
miles long and is nestled between Massachusetts and New York. After this hike,
you’ll be able to say that you walked from one state to another while viewing a
beautiful waterfall on the way! 3. Marginal
Way Maine
Marginal Way refers to
the “margin” between land and sea, which is well represented in this scenic
seaside walk. This 1.25 mile trail sits atop a series of sand dunes and cliffs
overlooking the ocean and leads to the quaint shopping area of Perkins Cove in
Ogunquit, Maine. Moderate
1. Mt
Monadnock New Hampshire
There’s a reason this
mountain is one of the most-hiked mountains in the world. Mount Monadnock,
located in Jaffrey, New Hampshire, is a 2 mile hike with areas of challenging
terrain. However, several stopping areas overlooking Southern New Hampshire on
the way up the way up the mountain make it worth the trek. A description of the
view from this mountain is featured in several works of literature by authors
such as Henry David Thoreau and Ralph Waldo Emerson. 2. Cadillac
Mountain Maine
Cadillac Mountain is the
tallest mountain on the eastern seaboard. Located near Bar Harbor, Maine in
Acadia National Park, it is a 7.5 mile hike that features a variety of
waterfalls, gorges, and scenic views of the park. This mountain is the first
mass of land in the US that the sun touches in the morning, making it the
ultimate place to watch the sunrise. Many people consider this one of the best
hikes in New England. 3. Mount
Major New Hampshire
This 3.5 mile hike
located in Alton Bay, New Hampshire features beautiful rock formations and
wildflowers on the way up to the summit. Once the top is reached, there are
panoramic views overlooking Lake Winnipesaukee and Belknap mountain range. 4. Mount
Sugarloaf Maine
Mount Sugarloaf is
located in Deerfield, Massachusetts and is 1.4 miles long. There is a
picnicking area at the summit that is the perfect place to look at the
beautiful views of the Connecticut River, Pioneer Valley, and the Berkshire
Hills. Expert
1. Katahdin Maine
Mount Katahdin is the
highest mountain in Maine, located in Northeast Piscataquis in Baxter State
Park. This 9.1 mile hike features the famous “knife’s edge” trail that is very
rugged and narrow, requiring technical climbing skills. But, it also features
stellar and rewarding views of the state park and beyond. This view has been
described by many hikers as “life changing”. 2. Mount
Washington New Hampshire
Mount Washington is
famous for its beauty and the difficulty of this 7.9 mile hike. Located in
Gorha, New Hampshire, this is the highest mountain in New England. Expect to
see waterfalls, rare plant species, and several viewing platforms on the way up
the mountain. The summit has a panoramic view that stretches for miles, from
the Atlantic Ocean to the Adirondack Mountains. 3. Mount
Lafayette New Hampshire
This 7.8 mile hike is
located in Franconia, New Hampshire. The trek up the mountain requires climbing
skills and stamina, but it also features waterfalls and rock formations on the
way up. At the summit on a clear day, you are unlikely to find a more beautiful
view of New England anywhere else, making this one of the best hikes in New
Hampshire. |