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Hiking Near Sugar Hill, 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.

Garnet Hill Loop

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Garnet Hill Loop

moderate
3.66 mi
+903 ft
Cole Hill Loop

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Cole Hill Loop

moderate
3.97 mi
+1,176 ft
Fox Hill Figure 8

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Fox Hill Figure 8

easy
3.54 mi
+344 ft
Scotland Brook Sanctuary

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Scotland Brook Sanctuary

easy
1.94 mi
+196 ft
South Franconia Loop

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South Franconia Loop

easy
2.82 mi
+494 ft
Bald Mountain Out-and-Back

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Bald Mountain Out-and-Back

Birding
moderate
0.6 mi
+316 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.

Pemi Loop

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Pemi Loop

Views
strenuous
28.65 mi
+9,437 ft
Bonds Loop to Thirteen Falls

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Bonds Loop to Thirteen Falls

Less Crowded
extreme
23.99 mi
+4,799 ft
North Twin, South Twin + Galehead Mountains

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North Twin, South Twin + Galehead Mountains

Views
extreme
12.61 mi
+5,231 ft
The Presidential Traverse

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The Presidential Traverse

Fall Colors
strenuous
17.06 mi
+7,717 ft
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
North and Middle Tripyramid

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North and Middle Tripyramid

Views
strenuous
10.17 mi
+3,113 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.

Coppermine, Fat Lip, and High Plains Drifter

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Coppermine, Fat Lip, and High Plains Drifter

moderate
6.01 mi
+1,373 ft
Cannon-Lonesome Loop

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Cannon-Lonesome Loop

Lake
strenuous
5.23 mi
+2,379 ft
Lonesome Lake via Basin Cascade + Cascade Brook Trails

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Lonesome Lake via Basin Cascade + Cascade Brook Trails

Lake
moderate
5.38 mi
+1,240 ft
Franconia Ridge Loop

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Franconia Ridge Loop

Fall Colors
strenuous
8 mi
+3,908 ft
Mount Flume + Mount Liberty Loop

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Mount Flume + Mount Liberty Loop

Less Crowded
strenuous
9.33 mi
+3,737 ft
Beaver Brook Out and Back

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Beaver Brook Out and Back

Fall Colors
strenuous
6.49 mi
+3,163 ft