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Map prepared by Meredith Conservation Commission for informational and planning purposes only. The Town makes no representation or warranty, expressed or implied, as to its accuracy, appropriateness or suitability for any other purpose, use or application. Revised October 1, 2019
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BLUE BLAZES
Pond Loop TrailsThese trails meander around and beside a cluster of beaver ponds near the parking area. The shortest loop is an easy 1.6 mile, 45 minute walk. The longer loop, which includes scenic views of the Eames ponds, takes 1 hour and has an additional 60 feet of elevation gain. The link to the yellow trail that circles around the north end of the beaver meadow is also blazed in blue.
YELLOW BLAZESCrockett’s Ledge TrailThe trails to the Crockett’s Ledge overlook of Lake Wicwas and Lake Winnisquamhave a round trip distance of 2.7 miles with 400 feet of elevation gain and a hiking time of 1 hour 30 minutes.
RED BLAZESLake to Ledges Loop TrailThe longest of these trails is 5.5 miles round trip (including the yellow/blue access and return) with a hiking time of 3 hours 30 minutes with 900 feet of elevation gain. These trails pass through old growth sugar maple forests to reach the shore of Lake Wicwas and they offer excellent views of the White Mountains from open ledges.
Trail Descriptions:
WHITE BLAZESPreviously blazed magenta, the trail to remote Arbutus Hill Pond, including blue trail access/return, is 4 miles in/out with 450 feet of elevation gain/loss and a total hiking time of 2 hours. The trail’s north shore end point offers a nice view of the pond. The shorter side path on the south offers more restricted views. North of the pond the trail continues on a more rugged trail over the summit of Arbutus Hill which affords views of the White Mountains to the northeast. A less strenuous route turns east after the pond and terminates at the yellow trail. These trails pass through the Barbara R. Smyth Conservation Easement which is privately owned land.
Combination Hikes
Ledges and Ponds: The loop over Crockett’s Ledge, the White Mountain Ledge, and back through the beaver ponds provides both mountain and wetland views. The round trip distance is 3.7 miles with a hiking time of 2 hours.
Grand tour: To take the 7mile, 1400 foot elevation-gain grand tour, turn right at all trail junctions. Allow 5 hours.
PLEASE REMEMBER:
Carry In / Carry OutNo bathroom facilities
Stay on the trailFires & smoking prohibited
----------------------Trail map and guide courtesy of
the volunteers who serve on the Meredith Conservation
Commission.----------------------
Our mission is to conserve and protect land, forests, and farmland
for wildlife, water quality, and recreation for the people of
Directions: In Meredith from the intersection of Rt. 25 and Rt. 3, take Rt. 3 south and turn right onto Rt. 104. In 3.6 miles turn left on to Meredith Center Road. In 1.0 mile turn right onto Chemung Rd. In 1.5 miles keep right to stay on Chemung Rd. In 0.7 miles the trailhead and kiosk are on the right.