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State park in Coös County, New Hampshire
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Mount Washington State Park is in New Hampshire, United States of America. It is a 59-acre (23-hectare) park at the summit of Mount Washington, the tallest mountain peak in the entire northeast. It is surrounded by the White Mountain National Forest.
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Built in 1853 and the only structure to survive the 1908 fire.
The visitor center.
Crystal Cascade Trail is a fifteen minute walk from the Pinkham Notch Visitor Center. The trail is very easy, even for kids. Named after the falls, the trail leads to the Crystal Cascade after following the Cutler River. 30 minutes.
This trail leads from the Pinkham Notch Visitor Center to Lost Pond, a body of water hidden not far from NH 16. Beginning in a swampy area, the path offers the chance to spot beavers and other native wildlife. Like most trails, the path is not difficult, but problems with mud may arise should there be heavy rainfall. 1 hour.
A long trek with good rewards, Thompson's Falls trail begins at Wildcat Mountain and ends above the falls. The path progresses from easy, low elevation trails to steeper paths that are less suitable for small children. Wet weather may make the slight climbing required an issue, so be prepared to turn back before completing the journey should that occur. Park at Wildcat Mountain Ski Area. 2 hours.
This auto race up Mount Washington was first run in 1904. While it hasn't been run every year, the current incarnation has been going since 2011 when it was brought back for the road's 150th anniversary.
August.
A 24-hour mountain bike race that also includes a weekend-long festival.
By train
By foot
There are at least 15 trails up the mountain, including the Appalachian Trail which follows the crest of the Presidential Range. The most popular route is a path known as the Tuckerman's Ravine Trail.
By shuttle
If you don't want to hike back down the mountain, there is a shuttle service available.
By air
After flying you would need to rent a car. Logan International Airport in Boston is a 3½ hour drive. The Jetport in Portland, Maine is a 1½ hour drive.
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