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5,384 ft · White Mountains, New Hampshire

Mount Monroe

Mount Monroe is a 5,384 ft peak in the White Mountains, New Hampshire. The standard route is the Via Ammonoosuc Ravine Trail: 7 mi, 3,031 ft of gain, Class 2.

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Mount Monroe in the White Mountains, New Hampshire

Mount Monroe at a glance

  • Elevation5,384 ft1,641 m
  • RouteVia Ammonoosuc Ravine TrailClass 2
  • Distance7 mi3,031 ft gain
  • Time5 – 7 hrsHard effort
  • SeasonJun – Oct
  • RangeWhite MountainsNew Hampshire

Climbing the Via Ammonoosuc Ravine Trail

From the Cog Railway base station on Mount Clinton Road, take the Ammonoosuc Ravine Trail to Lakes of the Clouds Hut, then the short steep spur to the twin summits. This is one of the more direct ways onto the Presidential Range crest. The summit sits fully above treeline right beside Mount Washington, so wind, fog, and rapid weather changes are common. Protect the fragile alpine lawns by staying on rock. Start early and carry layers. Frequently paired with Washington in a single day.

Gear and hazards

What to bring

  • Backpack (15–25 L)
  • Water
  • First-Aid Kit
  • Whistle
  • Offline Maps
  • Compass
  • GPS Device
  • Headlamp
  • Hiking Boots
  • Microspikes
  • Trekking Poles
  • Base Layer
  • Midlayer
  • Insulated Jacket
  • Hardshell Jacket
  • Warm Hat
  • Light Gloves
  • Buff
  • Sun Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen

What to watch for

  • Extreme cold
  • Snow near summit
  • Ice near summit
  • High winds
  • Loose rock
  • Storms
  • Low visibility
  • Rapid weather shifts
  • Steep exposure

Mount Monroe on Yak

Climbers have shared 8 climbs of Mount Monroe on Yak. Read their trip reports and recent conditions in the app

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Quests with Mount Monroe

Peaks near Mount Monroe

  1. Mount Washington

    Mount Washington

    6,288 ft · 1.4 mi away

  2. Mount Eisenhower

    Mount Eisenhower

    4,780 ft · 1.7 mi away

  3. Mount Isolation

    Mount Isolation

    4,004 ft · 2.8 mi away

  4. Mount Pierce

    Mount Pierce

    4,310 ft · 2.9 mi away

Frequently asked questions

How tall is Mount Monroe?

Mount Monroe is 5,384 feet (1,641 m) tall. It is in the White Mountains, New Hampshire.

How does Mount Monroe rank among the New England 4,000ers?

At 5,384 feet, Mount Monroe is the 4th highest of the 67 New England 4,000ers. The highest is Mount Washington.

How hard is it to hike Mount Monroe?

The Via Ammonoosuc Ravine Trail is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 7 miles with 3,031 feet of elevation gain.

How long does it take to hike Mount Monroe?

Most people take 5 – 7 hours round trip on the Via Ammonoosuc Ravine Trail, covering 7 miles with 3,031 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.

Can a beginner hike Mount Monroe?

The Via Ammonoosuc Ravine Trail needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 7 miles with 3,031 feet of elevation gain. Build up on shorter hikes first, start early and carry plenty of water and layers.

Do you need microspikes for Mount Monroe?

They help. Microspikes are on the gear list for the Via Ammonoosuc Ravine Trail for icy or packed-snow sections, which are common outside summer.

When is the best time to hike Mount Monroe?

The usual hiking window is June to October. Outside it, expect snow, storms or closed access, and check the summit forecast before you go.

What is the trailhead elevation for Mount Monroe?

The Via Ammonoosuc Ravine Trail starts at about 2,690 feet, roughly 2,694 feet below the summit.

Climb Mount Monroe with Yak

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