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New Hampshire
41.2 mi
Distance
11,413 ft
Gain
16h 1m
Time
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What we do know
Inside White Mountain National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Kilkenny Ridge
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Kilkenny Ridge is a challenging 41.2-mile out-and-back traverse through New Hampshire's remote northern wilderness, featuring a high alpine ridge walk with expansive views of the Presidential Range and surrounding peaks. This expert-level expedition traverses multiple summits along the Kilkenny crest, offering hikers a true backcountry experience with significant elevation gain and exposure to mountain weather. The ridge walk combines open alpine terrain with forested sections, rewarding dedicated hikers with solitude and panoramic vistas across the North Country.
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Scenic 4.2-mile out-and-back with cliff views and steady elevation gain.
