Very technical too, you have to really think where you're stepping. Needed spikes at elevation due to ice. EASY 1.5 mi. Would 10/10 recommend doing when dry or with waterproof gear if it’s raining. Includes photos. Scott, on his 48th birthday, and Fred did Cannon Mtn., up via Hi-Cannon and Kinsman Ridge Trails, then down to Lonesome Lake. Hikers can also choose to go a little out of the way on the Lonesome Lake Trail (seen below). Lonesome Lake is stunning, then it’s a short hike up to Cannon from there. to the junction of Hi-Cannon Trail 44° 08' 26" 71° 41' 23" 0.80 mi 51 min +886 ft on Hi-Cannon Trail 1.13 mi 1 hr 7 min +1056 ft This trail begins at the Lonesome Lake Trail and ends on the Kinsman Ridge Trail, south of the summit of Cannon Mountain. First time climbing Cannon Mountain - via the Hi-Cannon trial and returning via the Lonesome Lake trail. Le sentier longe un lac et sa difficulté est évaluée comme difficile. Overall, beware. Roughly nine miles total. The ladder and bouldering section is fun. 2. Took some pictures. 5. This is a primary hiker parking lot for Lonesome Lake Trail. Mount Cannon via Lonesome Lake. Photo about Cannon Mountain in Franconia, NH via Hi-Cannon, Kinsman Ridge, and Lonesome Lake Trails. The weather was as predicted: cool and stupendously clear. 19. Mountain Report; Know Before You Go 2020/21; Trails & Lifts; Trail Map; Webcam - Daily Photo - Video; Tuckerbrook Learning Area; Terrain Parks; Mountain Info; Cannon History; Uphill Policy; Directions Consistently steep! The first 0.75 miles of this trail contain many twists and turns through a densely wooded area. We used snow shoes up and snowshoes and butt slides down to Lonesome Lake. From the Tramway parking area, via the Kinsman Ridge Trail, Lonesome Lake Trail, Around Lonesome Lake Trail, Cascade Brook Trail, Pemi Trail. ... South Kinsman, NH via Lonesome Lake Trail, Hi-Cannon Trail, Kinsman Ridge Trail, Fishin Jimmy Trail, Lonesome Lake Trail by: Marylyn Styles / newenglandtrailconditions. Moderately difficult in the rain. We were expecting a great view on top of Cannon but unfortunately the forecast was not accurate. It was a WET hike with lots of ankle deep puddles/mud pits. Image of trail, path, mountains - 111722808 South Peak Kinsman Mountain via Fishin' Jimmy Trail. This trail goes by Cannon Mountain, Coppermine Col, Northeast Cannon Ball, The Cannon Balls, South Peak Kinsman Mountain, Kinsman Pond Tentsite, Lonesome Lake Hut, and Lonesome Lake. After an invigorating hike in (via a detour due to a temporary closure of the Lonesome Lake Trail), we reached a breathtaking lake with a mountain backdrop. Hi-Cannon and Lonesome Lake Trails Loop is a 9.0 kilometer heavily trafficked loop trail located near Lincoln, New Hampshire that features a lake and is rated as difficult. Needed my micro spikes most of the way up and down. The trail is primarily used for hiking, running, nature trips, and bird watching and is best used from April until October. Canadian Administrative Law Blog. Bring microspikes! The lot provides access to Lonesome Lake, Pemi Trail, Old Bridal Path, Falling Waters and Hi Cannon to Kinsman. Apr 20, 2012 - New Hampshire Hikes and Walks: Description of hike to Cannon Mountain via Lonesome Lake Trail. Kinsman and Cannon Loop via Kinsman Ridge Trail. The trail to the Lake is similar to the Cannon Trail, but finds a boardwalk trail around Lonesome Lake and an Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) Hut at the end. Snow - Packed Powder/Loose G... Cannon Mountain (attempt) via Hi-Cannon Trail, Dodge Cutoff, Lonesome Lake Trail. The trail to the right is a tad longer, but provides a more intimate look at the lake and a better view of Mount Lafayette and other mountain peaks of the Franconia Range towering in the distance. I used my hands for a good chunk of it, and I'd guess it could be pretty dangerous in wet conditions. That said, it's probably still safer to go down the scrambles to Lonesome Lake than down the slabs of Hi-Cannon. We turned right up the Hi-Cannon Trail and immediately the trail became narrower and was noticeably less traveled as the Lonesome Lake Trail. All the trailheads in this area fill up quickly during the summer. I-93 work in that area causes some problems and delays. Make sure you take for the way up, the In Cannon trail better than the Lonesome Lake trail. Please consult the park website. The Lonesome Lake Trail is a fantastic moderately difficult hike in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. Available stops include the summit canteen (if open), AMC Lonesome Lake hut, and Old Man of the Mountain viewing area. via Lonesome Lake Trail, Hi-Cannon Trail, Kinsman Ridge Trail,... Thursday, Jan. 14 Marylyn Styles. This trail is definitely difficult and took much longer than expected but was tons of fun and a great challenge. Posted on January 19, 2021 by January 19, 2021 by TRAIL CLOSURES. The information on this site may freely be used for personal purposes but may not be replicated on other websites or publications. Length 5.6 miElevation gain 2,352 ftRoute type Loop Post navigation cannon mountain ski trails. Comments: Departed Lafayette Campground at 12:00PM this afternoon and followed the Lonesome Lake Trail up to Lonesome Lake. Image of snow, footer, cannon - 111722674 Trail Guide On October 20th, eight hikers and one dog made their way to the top of Cannon. Old Man Museum (Upper Lot off of I93-S) 53 spots. By the time I left (1pm), mine were the only tracks on Hi-Cannon or Dodge Cutoff. The trail map below shows how to get to the summit of North and South Kinsman Mountains.. Cannon Via Hi-Cannon Or Lonesome Lake Trails I've only done Cannon twice and both times it was via Kinsman Ridge Trail from tram lot so I figured I'd go up the South side for a change. Very steep and rock climbing all the way up. Rocks will be slippery. There's about 10" of unpacked powder, more in drifts. There is a well-marked exit from I-93 and a large trailhead. There are a few places to park for this hike off of Rt 93, the preferred spot is the hiking lot at Lafayette campground. If you are well prepared with proper shoes, weather conditions are right, you bring enough supplies of water and food, I totally recommend doing this trail. We started out on the Lonesome Lake Trail, visited the lake then made our way to the Kinsman Ridge Trail. Great climb, quite steep though - especially Kinsman trail over to Cannon, as we went up to Lonesome lake to Hi-Cannon rather than the other way around. Definitively not for the faint of heart, I would rate this on the extreme side. Getting Started . I made it to about 3,000' feet before admitting defeat and going for a jaunt around Lonesome Lake. It was a mostly foggy day and even rained for a few minutes when we were on the way down. Great hike regardless. If it isn't too windy, it's a nice place to have lunch while looking over the valley. The view from the ledges is spectacular down into the bowl of Lonesome Lake. Total distance to the summit is 2.6 miles one way. Kinsman Pond Tentsite via Kinsman Ridge Trail. That section of Kinsman was fun on the way down and required holding onto trees to keep from sliding down steep dirt and rock/root trails. All the trailheads in this area fill up quickly during the summer. This route takes Hi-Cannon up and Lonesome Lake down. There are plenty of spots to enjoy the lake especially if you decide to take the trail around it, adding a little less than a mile. There is also a tram that is open during ski season where you can get a one-way ticket down. I-93 work in that area causes some problems and delays. (we parked at the Lafayette Campground parking lot). Hi-Cannon Trail to Kinsman Ridge Trail is a 4.2 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Franconia, New Hampshire that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as difficult. Wonderful hike! This trail goes by Cannon Mountain, Coppermine Col, Northeast Cannon Ball, The Cannon Balls, South Peak Kinsman Mountain, Kinsman Pond Tentsite, Lonesome Lake Hut, and Lonesome Lake. I'm not sure why I thought my first snowshoe of the season should consist of attempting to break trail the whole way up Cannon via Hi-Cannon, but, here we are. Choose from Facebook, Twitter, Digg, Yahoo, MySpace, and more. After driving past Exit 34B, take the next exit signed as "Lafayette Place Campground - Trailhead Parking". The ladder section is fun. Kinsman down is incredibly steep the whole way, some spots dangerous when icy. 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