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Most of the major peaks over 4,000 feet high for peak-bagging in New Hampshire are located in the national forest. Over 100 miles (160 km) of the Appalachian Trail traverses the White Mountain National Forest.
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| White Mountain National Forest | |
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| Governing body | U.S. Forest Service |
| Website | www.fs.usda.gov/whitemountain |
- Who founded White Mountain National Forest?
- Can you live in White Mountain National Forest?
- Are the White Mountains a national park?
- Why was White Mountain National Forest created?
- Where is White Mountain National Forest located?
- Are dogs allowed in White Mountain National Forest?
- How many people visit White Mountain National Forest?
- What percentage of NH is national forest?
- Are the White Mountain National Forest campgrounds open?
- What types of trees are in the White Mountains?
- What is New Hampshire known for?
- What's the difference between a national park and a national forest?
- Why are the White Mountains called the White Mountains?
- Is White Mountain Peak Open?
Who founded White Mountain National Forest?
Four years after the first parcel of land was purchased and the government had acquired more acreage, President Woodrow Wilson formally established the White Mountain National Forest.
Can you live in White Mountain National Forest?
With the Appalachian Trail passing through the Forest, the hut system is run by the Appalachian Mountain Club. Just one warning – reserve now; the eight huts are very popular!
Are the White Mountains a national park?
The National Park Service turns 100 today, but that doesn't mean much for New Hampshire's jewel of outdoor recreation – the White Mountains – because they're part of a national forest, not a national park.
Why was White Mountain National Forest created?
Passed by Congress in 1911, and sponsored by Lancaster native son and U.S. Rep. John Wingate Weeks of Boston, it achieved its goal of protecting and restoring the nation's navigable waterways and thereby its forest lands here in the East. It ultimately led to the creation in 1918 of the White Mountain National Forest.
Where is White Mountain National Forest located?
The White Mountain National Forest in eastern New Hampshire and western Maine ranges from mountainous hardwood forests to majestic alpine peaks. Come experience the breathtaking scenery, clear mountain lakes and streams, wildlife, and outdoor recreation opportunities year round.
Are dogs allowed in White Mountain National Forest?
The White Mountains National Forest offers miles of trails, woods, rivers, and lakes for dogs to play in. Some of the attractions that are pet-friendly require dogs to be leashed, so do some research before visiting to make sure Fido is all set to join the family on your adventure!
How many people visit White Mountain National Forest?
History of the White Mountain National Forest
Today, the forest has grown to include almost 800,000 acres in New Hampshire and western Maine, and is one of the most popular forests in the country with upwards of 6 million visitors annually.
What percentage of NH is national forest?
Currently, New Hampshire is home to nearly 4.8 million acres of forest land (Table 1) which make its land approximately 83 percent forested.
Are the White Mountain National Forest campgrounds open?
A couple of our campgrounds are open year-round. These are plowed for access, but do not have the services available in the summer.
What types of trees are in the White Mountains?
Biophysical Region: White Mountains
The top three tree species in this region (based on the stocking of live trees per average forested acre) are: Red Spruce (39 trees per acre) Eastern Hemlock (36 trees per acre) and American Beech (35 trees per acre) Red Maple (30 trees per acre)
What is New Hampshire known for?
It's commonly known as the Granite State for its extensive granite formations and quarries, but also has three other nicknames: Mother of River, the White Mountain State and Switzerland of America. 3. ... New Hampshire has the shortest ocean coastline (18 miles) of any U.S. state.
What's the difference between a national park and a national forest?
Perhaps the greatest difference between the two is the multiple use mandate for National Forests. While National Parks are highly vested in preservation, barely altering the existing state, National Forests are managed for many purposes—timber, recreation, grazing, wildlife, fish and more.
Why are the White Mountains called the White Mountains?
This name and similar ones such as "White Hills" or "Wine Hills" are found in literature from colonial times. According to tradition, the mountains were first sighted from shipboard off the coast near the Piscataqua estuary. The highest peaks would often be snow-capped.
Is White Mountain Peak Open?
Set high in the White Mountain range, east of the Sierra Nevada, the road to the summit (the third highest peak in the state) is usually impassable from late October through late June or early July (depending on snow). The open and close dates all depend on snowmelt and snowfall each year.
