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4,049 ft · White Mountains, New Hampshire
Mount Moriah
Mount Moriah is a 4,049 ft peak in the White Mountains, New Hampshire. The standard route is the Via Carter Moriah Trail: 9 mi, 3,254 ft of gain, Class 2.
Mount Moriah at a glance
- Elevation4,049 ft1,234 m
- RouteVia Carter Moriah TrailClass 2
- Distance9 mi3,254 ft gain
- Time6 – 8 hrsHard effort
- SeasonJun – Oct
- RangeWhite MountainsNew Hampshire
Climbing the Via Carter Moriah Trail
From Gorham, New Hampshire, the Carter-Moriah Trail climbs to the open ledgy summit, while the Stony Brook Trail offers an alternative approach. Moriah anchors the north end of the Carter-Moriah Range, with rocky outlooks giving wide views to the Presidentials and the Wild River valley. The trail is long with steady climbing, rooty and slick when wet, and the summit ledges catch wind. Start early for the round trip and carry water and layers. A quieter peak than the nearby Presidentials, with excellent scenery.
Gear and hazards
What to bring
Backpack (20–30 L)
Water
Water Filter
First-Aid Kit
Whistle
Offline Maps- Compass
GPS Device
Headlamp
Power Bank
Hiking Boots
Trekking Poles
Base Layer
Midlayer
Insulated Jacket
Hardshell Jacket
Warm Hat
Light Gloves
Buff
Sun Hat
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
What to watch for
- High winds
- Storms
- Low visibility
- Cold summit conditions
- Rapid weather shifts
- Slippery terrain
- Insects
Quests with Mount Moriah
New England 4,000ers
NH 48Peaks near Mount Moriah
Frequently asked questions
How tall is Mount Moriah?
Mount Moriah is 4,049 feet (1,234 m) tall. It is in the White Mountains, New Hampshire.
How does Mount Moriah rank among the New England 4,000ers?
At 4,049 feet, Mount Moriah is the 56th highest of the 67 New England 4,000ers. The highest is Mount Washington.
How hard is it to hike Mount Moriah?
The Via Carter Moriah Trail is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 9 miles with 3,254 feet of elevation gain.
How long does it take to hike Mount Moriah?
Most people take 6 – 8 hours round trip on the Via Carter Moriah Trail, covering 9 miles with 3,254 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.
Can a beginner hike Mount Moriah?
The Via Carter Moriah Trail needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 9 miles with 3,254 feet of elevation gain. Build up on shorter hikes first, start early and carry plenty of water and layers.
When is the best time to hike Mount Moriah?
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 Moriah?
The Via Carter Moriah Trail starts at about 800 feet, roughly 3,249 feet below the summit.
Climb Mount Moriah with Yak
Plan your route on a topo map, check the summit forecast, then log your climb and see what is left on your list