North Twin, South Twin, and Galehead Hike [06/11/22]

Come hike North Twin, South Twin, and Galehead Mountains (Grab 3 four thousand footers!). We will be traversing the mountains using the gale river trail and N twin trail. The drive between the 2 trail heads is about 15 minutes.

https://www.gaiagps.com/hike/233047/south-twin-mountain-via-north-twin-trail-and-gale-river-trail/

Distance: 11 miles

Elevation gain: 3,255 ft.

Route Type: Traverse

GPS Address: N Twin Trailhead, N Twin Trail, Jefferson, NH 03583

Expectations:

Enjoy this 11-mile traverse near Twin Mountain, New Hampshire. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 Hrs to complete. This is a popular trail for backpacking, camping, and hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.

What to bring:

Waterproof hiking boots

Hiking poles

Non-cotton layers

Headlamp

1.5-2 liters of water

Snacks and lunch. You will be burning a lot of energy!

Positive attitude

Additional Expectations

1) I am not a guide and this is not a service - I expect you to be fully prepared with the gear listed below and the mindset that you could get yourself out of trouble if needed.

2) We stick together - this is a group event, so if you feel that you are not flexible in working as a team, this will not be a good hike for you.

PLEASE ANSWER THE FOLLOWING SCREENING QUESTIONS BEFORE SIGNING UP

1: Do you have all of the gear listed above?

2: What recent hikes have you completed (include elevation and distance)?

3. What's your typical weekly workout routine? Do you feel comfortable hiking at a pace of around 2 mph?

If you have questions, including about the required gear, feel free to comment below and I will respond as soon as possible!

I look forward to exploring with you!

North Twin, South Twin, and Galehead Hike

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