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Hiking Near Canaan, New Hampshire

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Shorter Routes

These hikes keep it under 5 miles and climb less than 1,500 feet, making them ideal for quicker outings or lower-key days. Perfect for a morning stretch, a casual afternoon, or getting outside without committing to a big push. Don’t let the stats fool you — many still pack in great views and rewarding moments.

Moose Mountain Trail

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Moose Mountain Trail

Birding
moderate
4.04 mi
+1,080 ft
Holt's Ledge Loop

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Holt's Ledge Loop

moderate
3.06 mi
+1,055 ft
John's Glen Loops

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John's Glen Loops

easy
3.67 mi
+172 ft
Heath Forest Trails Outer Loop

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Heath Forest Trails Outer Loop

easy
2.04 mi
+231 ft
Greensboro Ridge Loop

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Greensboro Ridge Loop

easy
1.32 mi
+338 ft
Lyme Pinnacle Loop

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Lyme Pinnacle Loop

easy
2.35 mi
+428 ft
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Adventurous Routes

These routes go beyond 10 miles and are built for days when you want to cover more ground and push a little deeper. Expect longer distances, more effort, and bigger payoffs — whether that’s remote terrain, summit views, or a full-day challenge. Ideal for hikers looking to go farther and stay out longer.

Mud Pond, Peaked Hill Pond, and Heath Pond Loop

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Mud Pond, Peaked Hill Pond, and Heath Pond Loop

moderate
10.33 mi
+854 ft
Monadnock - Sunapee Greenway

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Monadnock - Sunapee Greenway

Birding
strenuous
48.01 mi
+10,460 ft
Squam Range Extended Loop Hike via Crawford Ridgepole Trail

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Squam Range Extended Loop Hike via Crawford Ridgepole Trail

Lake
extreme
13.05 mi
+3,488 ft

Other Nearby Routes

Not finding what you're looking for? These additional nearby hikes offer more ways to get outside and explore the area. With a mix of lengths, difficulty levels, and terrain, you're likely to find something that fits your plans for the day. And remember, you can always use the onX Route Builder to create your own adventure from scratch.

Mt. Cardigan Super Loop

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Mt. Cardigan Super Loop

Birding
strenuous
9.03 mi
+3,222 ft
Cole, Butternut and Anderson Pond Loop

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Cole, Butternut and Anderson Pond Loop

moderate
7.97 mi
+1,008 ft
Smarts Mountain

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Smarts Mountain

Views
strenuous
7.55 mi
+2,495 ft
Hyoertherm Loop via Rix Ledges

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Hyoertherm Loop via Rix Ledges

moderate
5.01 mi
+1,075 ft
Oak Hill Outer Loop

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Oak Hill Outer Loop

moderate
7.66 mi
+1,409 ft
French's Ledges Outer Loop

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French's Ledges Outer Loop

moderate
6.6 mi
+872 ft