As we inch a bit closer to fall we’ve got a renewed focus on all the hikes we want to do before it’s time for sweater weather. And there are plenty to choose from. Whether you want to be shaded by trees for your entire journey or prefer to be out in the sunshine looking at the scenery, you’ll enjoy every moment of being outside in the Granite State. One of the more unique options is this one, through the woods and straight towards a cave!
The Big Rock Cave trail is located in the Sandwich Range in the White Mountains, near Albany. The caves can be reached by heading up Mt. Mexico, a 2,000 footer in the southern portion of the White Mountains.
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The out-and-back trail is about 3.5-miles in total and offers lots of forested views.
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If you’re looking for sweeping vistas you don’t find them here. Instead, take this trail if you like the green of New Hampshire’s trees and knowing that there’s a fun adventure at the end of the trip!
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The caves along the way and at the end of the trail offer lots of opportunity for adventure.
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Follow the trail towards the summit of Mt. Mexico. Once there the trail take you to Whitin Brook. Continue on and you’ll reach the Big Rock Caves!
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Formed by a number of huge rocks and boulders that have all tumbled towards each other, these caves are above ground which makes them a bit safer to explore.
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Go inside, scramble around carefully and see how high you can climb. Or, hang out and enjoy a snack while realizing just how small you are compared to mother nature’s power.
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Be sure to bring a headlamp. While these caves aren’t deep, it can be hard to see beneath your feet on a cloudy day.
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Once you’ve had your fill of these giant rock caves, head back the way you came to return to your car.
Daniel Calder / Google The trailhead is just off of route 113A. Make your way to the Ferncroft parking area and set off! Note that while we think the Big Rock Cave Trail is great, you can also access the summit and the caves using the Cabin Trail.
The Big Rock Cave Trail is a great adventure and you can learn more about on alltrails.com. To find your way to Mt. Mexico starting at your own location, check out this interactive map.
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The trailhead is just off of route 113A. Make your way to the Ferncroft parking area and set off! Note that while we think the Big Rock Cave Trail is great, you can also access the summit and the caves using the Cabin Trail.
And for more cave adventures venture out to new parts of the state. Going into these caves in New Hampshire is like entering another world.
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