Tripoli Road

Total Miles 8.2
Technical Rating
1 Easy
Best Time Spring, Summer, Fall
Trail Type Full-Width Road
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Trail Overview

Tripoli Road is a well-maintained forest road that connects the Town of Waterville Valley to Thornton via a pass between Mt. Tecumseh and Mt. Osceola. This road is easily passable by any vehicle and is a popular road for access to hiking trails on Mt. Tecumseh and Mt. Osceola, as well as numerous camp sites along the road (fee required). There is a lot of bear and moose activity on this road, so be very careful, especially at night. This road is a great option for those wanting to get off the main highways and explore deeper into the White Mountain National Forest. This road can be run in either direction. There is no cell service in the middle portions of the road.

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Difficulty

The road is very well maintained and is mostly gravel. The most difficult parts of the road are the few areas with some pavement, which is generally unmaintained and severely deteriorated.

History

Tripoli Road in New Hampshire is a historic, mostly unpaved road that connects Waterville Valley and Thornton/Woodstock. It was built by the US Forest Service in 1934, with assistance from the Civilian Conservation Corps, and named after the Tripoli Mill that once operated in the area.

Technical Rating

1

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Caileb D
Nov 28, 2025
Open
West end of the road (off of 93) is seasonally closed from November to may. Not sure exact dates. Also not sure if the other side of the road is closed as well.
Rickey Canty
Nov 08, 2025
Open
Tripoli rd was open end to end.

Tripoli Road Trail can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • Single Track
  • High Clearance
  • Full Width

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