Near Rollins Trail
The frosty watch tower atop Kearsarge Mountain.
Near Rollins Trail
view from Winslow Trail, Pleasant Lake on right

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Rollins Trail

3.8 (5 Ratings)
An easy trail for young families to use to reach the premier viewpoint in the Sunapee Region.
0.5
mi
Distance
351
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Family FriendlyViews
Access Issues
Open mid-May through mid-October. There is an entrance fee: $4 Adults, $2 Kids.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.52mi
Distance
351ft
Elevation Gain
0ft
Elevation Loss
30%
Max Grade
2,932ft
High Point
2,581ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
The Rollins Trail, marked with white blazes, begins at the picnic area in Rollins State Park and follows the route of the old carriage road for 1/2 mile (300 vertical feet) to the summit. The trail is short, but the grade is moderate, and the viewpoint at the end is worth the effort.

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Contributors
Chris Jones