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Originally Posted by Jan
I'd like to take the kids for a hike up Mt. Major this year but first I'd like to get some some idea what I may be in for. I'd appreciate comments from anyone who has been there and done that. - Is it too hard a hike for kids from 8-10?
- How long will it take for the whole round trip and a little time at the top?
- Are there any restrooms at the bottom, top or along the way?
- Are there views along the way in case we don't make it to the top?
- What is the climb like? Rocky, sandy, steep?
Thanks, J |
I've been up Mt. Major about 10-15 times over the years. As for your questions:
+ For kids 8-10 -- No problem at all. I've taken 3 year olds up Major, and bigger mountains.
+ Round trip -- Figure an hour up and an hour down (at a leisurely pace with kids).
+ Restrooms? This is a joke, right?
+ There are view along the way -- but none as good as the top. Top has great views of the Lake, and particularly of Alton Bay and the Ossipees.
+ Climb is about as mellow as they come in the region. Never too steep, generally woodland trails, well-marked, with some rocky outcroppings to scale toward the end. It's a nice, easy climb.
Have fun.