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Kelsey Notch Trail

3.0 (1 Rating)
This trail climbs from Kelsey Notch up to Baldhead Shelter.
1.8
mi
Distance
607
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
Commonly BackpackedWildlife
Access Issues
This trail can only be accessed by ATV trails or the Cohos Trail.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.79mi
Distance
607ft
Elevation Gain
135ft
Elevation Loss
25%
Max Grade
3,075ft
High Point
2,573ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This trail starts from Kelsey Notch at an easy to miss turn (look for the CT South sign). It branches off Kelsey Notch Road/ NH Primary 110 and heads south through a heavily de-forested area. It follows an old road, then turns right onto a singletrack. Here, the trail pushes through tall ferns, along the edge of the de-nuded forest. It makes its ascent up towards Baldhead Mountain through a rocky area. Shortly, before reaching Baldhead Shelter, the summit will be just to the left. The trail ends when it reaches Gadwah Notch Trail, near Baldhead Shelter.

Route Conditions

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Contributors
David Smith