3,165 ft (965 m) mountain is the most prominent mountain peak in southern New Hampshire
General Information
Park headquarters staffed daily; trailhead staffing is seasonal
Advance day-use reservations are strongly recommended April through November
$1 additional online reservation fee
How to Get There
From Keene, NH (18 mi): Take NH Route 101 East to NH‑124 East toward Jaffrey, then follow signs for Monadnock State Park and Poole Road to the main park headquarters and trailhead parking.
Overview
Mount Monadnock (3,165 feet) in Jaffrey and Dublin, 38 miles southwest of Concord, is the most prominent peak in southern New Hampshire and is often cited as one of the most-climbed mountains in the world. Its bare, rocky summit has wide views, and the word "monadnock" is now used by geologists for any isolated mountain left standing after erosion. Emerson, Thoreau, and Margaret Fuller all visited it, and Emerson wrote a poem about it. Monadnock State Park has the trailheads and a campground.
Top Trails
| Trail | To summit | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| White Dot Trail | 2.2 miles | The shortest but steepest route, from the park headquarters |
| White Arrow Trail | Similar, slightly longer | Popular alternate from the park headquarters |
| Marlboro Trail | 2.2 miles | West side approach |
| Dublin Path | 2.4 miles | North side, part of the Monadnock-Sunapee Greenway |
| Pumpelly Trail | 4.4 miles | The longest ascent, from the northeast |
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