Guided Snowshoe Hikes

The Alton Parks and Recreation Department is sponsoring free Snowshoe Hikes.

Sunshine Hike on Thursday, February 12 at 10:00a.m. at Cotton-Hurd Brook, located on Chestnut Cove Road. Enjoy a scenic snowshoe trek through the woods, including over a small foot bridge for approximately 60 minutes.  Register by February 9.  Off-road parking is available.

Full Moon Hike on Tuesday, March 3 at 7:00p.m. at Morse Preserve/Pine Mountain, located on Avery Hill Road, off Alton Mountain Road. Moderate level, uphill and downhill hike, approximately 60-90 minutes- depending on trails chosen.  The moon should be bright enough to light the way but an extra headlamp or flashlight is helpful for each person. Register by February 26. Off-road parking is available at the Mike Burke parking lot.  Directions: take Route 11 into Alton Bay, turn on to Rand Hill Road. After .75 miles on Rand Hill Road, take a left onto Alton Mountain Road. After approximately 2 miles, take a left onto Avery Hill Road. The trail head is located about 500 feet on the left after passing the Mike Burk Trail System.

For more information and/or to register contact parksrec@alton.nh.gov or 603-875-0109.