Wantastiquet-Monadnock Trail landscape

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Wantastiquet-Monadnock Trail

~4 days · 44.7 mi · strenuous · Point-to-point

Quick facts

Distance44.7 mi
Days out4
Elevation gain8,734 ft
Gain / mile195 ft
High point3,133 ft

What the Wantastiquet-Monadnock Trail is known for

The Wantastiquet-Monadnock Trail crosses southwestern New Hampshire for about 50 miles point-to-point, from the Connecticut River at Hinsdale over Wantastiquet Mountain, through Pisgah State Park and Madame Sherri Forest, along the Cheshire Rail Trail near Keene, and over Gap Mountain to Mount Monadnock. Overnight options are limited — much of the route crosses conservation land where camping is restricted — so plan nights carefully.

Route map & campsites

Route map of the Wantastiquet-Monadnock Trail on OpenStreetMap terrain Open in Planner →

Route shape from OpenStreetMap geometry. Start · End · Camp

Elevation profile

Elevation ranges from 722 ft to 10,236 ft over 44.7 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).

  • Uphill 26.8 mi · 60%
  • Downhill 14.2 mi · 32%
  • Flat 3.7 mi · 8%

Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.

Frequently asked questions

How many days does the Wantastiquet-Monadnock Trail take?

Most backpackers hike the Wantastiquet-Monadnock Trail in about 4 days (3 nights out) over its 44.7 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.

How much elevation gain is on the Wantastiquet-Monadnock Trail?

The Wantastiquet-Monadnock Trail climbs roughly 8,734 ft total — about 195 ft per mile, topping out near 3,133 ft.

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Sources & attribution

Route geometry and stats derived from OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL) — source relation. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.

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