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4,180 ft · White Mountains, New Hampshire

North Tripyramid

North Tripyramid is a 4,180 ft peak in the White Mountains, New Hampshire. The standard route is the Via Pine Bend Brook: 9 mi, 3,415 ft of gain, Class 2.

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North Tripyramid in the White Mountains, New Hampshire

North Tripyramid at a glance

  • Elevation4,180 ft1,274 m
  • RouteVia Pine Bend BrookClass 2
  • Distance9 mi3,415 ft gain
  • Time6 – 8 hrsHard effort
  • SeasonJun – Oct
  • RangeWhite MountainsNew Hampshire

Climbing the Via Pine Bend Brook

From Waterville Valley, the Livermore Trail leads to the North Slide, a steep open rock slab that climbs directly to the summit ridge. The slide is exposed Class 2-3 scrambling that is dangerously slick when wet, so most hikers ascend it and descend the gentler south side via the Pine Bend or Sabbaday routes. The wooded summit has limited views but the slide itself is spectacular. Start early, avoid the slide in rain, and carry water. Almost always combined with Middle Tripyramid in a loop.

Gear and hazards

What to bring

  • Backpack (20–30 L)
  • Water
  • Water Filter
  • First-Aid Kit
  • Whistle
  • Offline Maps
  • Compass
  • Headlamp
  • Power Bank
  • Hiking Boots
  • Trekking Poles
  • Base Layer
  • Midlayer
  • Hardshell Jacket
  • Buff
  • Sun Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen

What to watch for

  • Steep exposure
  • Loose rock
  • Stream crossing
  • Slippery terrain
  • Insects
  • Rockfall

Quests with North Tripyramid

Peaks near North Tripyramid

  1. Middle Tripyramid

    Middle Tripyramid

    4,140 ft · 0.6 mi away

  2. Mount Whiteface

    Mount Whiteface

    4,020 ft · 3.1 mi away

  3. Mount Passaconaway

    Mount Passaconaway

    4,043 ft · 3.3 mi away

  4. East Osceola

    East Osceola

    4,156 ft · 4.5 mi away

Frequently asked questions

How tall is North Tripyramid?

North Tripyramid is 4,180 feet (1,274 m) tall. It is in the White Mountains, New Hampshire.

How does North Tripyramid rank among the New England 4,000ers?

At 4,180 feet, North Tripyramid is the 38th highest of the 67 New England 4,000ers. The highest is Mount Washington.

How hard is it to hike North Tripyramid?

The Via Pine Bend Brook 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 3,415 feet of elevation gain.

How long does it take to hike North Tripyramid?

Most people take 6 – 8 hours round trip on the Via Pine Bend Brook, covering 9 miles with 3,415 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.

Can a beginner hike North Tripyramid?

The Via Pine Bend Brook needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 9 miles with 3,415 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 North Tripyramid?

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 North Tripyramid?

The Via Pine Bend Brook starts at about 1,370 feet, roughly 2,810 feet below the summit.

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