Moosilauke by Benton Trail

[Mohamed Ellozy]

I had only done the Benton Trail on Moosilauke once, a few years ago. Today the Relaxed Wednesday Group did it, up and down.

I had forgotten what a delightful trail it is! Gentle grades through very pleasant woods, then a short section (jointly with the Beaver Brook Trail) above treeline. Distance is 3.6 miles each way, with 3,100 feet of elevation gain.

When planning a Moosilauke trip keep the Benton Trail in mind!!!

 

[David Metsky]

There's even a small spring partway up. Did you happen to note the condition of the spring? The stream crossing at the bottom can be a bit hairy in high water.

We have to get you camera.

-dave-

 

[Mohamed Ellozy]

There's even a small spring partway up. Did you happen to note the condition of the spring?

No, we carry enough water not to care much about springs on the trail

The stream crossing at the bottom can be a bit hairy in high water.

No problem today!

We have to get you camera.

Have just taken my new camera out with me, nothing but a summit photo of me today. Stay tuned for more!!!

 

[Ray]

The Benton Trail is a great way to go. There is a marvelous outlook at about the halfway point. I've also done Moosilauke via the Beaver Brook Trail but the Benton is much easier especially on the descent.

Ray