On day one we will meet at the trailhead and begin our ascent to the alpine zone. The Lakes of the clouds hut is nestled a little over a mile beneath historic Mount Washington and this is where we will be spending our first night on the trail. After traveling up the Ammonoosuc Ravine trail to the hut on Friday, there will be an option to drop your bags and peak to Mount Washington if the respectful time allows. Then dinner will commence free time is yours. Meditation will be offered in the evening.
Day Two’s travels will begin after the hut serves us breakfast and we will take the Crawford Path across to our stay in the forest at Mizpah hut. There are a few options to get there with an opportunity to peak Mount Eisenhower and Pierce. The decision will be made depending on timing, weather and Dom and Erika’s final call based on group and risk management at the time. Once we arrive at the hut there is time to restore and rest after a long day on the ridge and dinner will be served. Mizpah is where we will host our yoga class before getting back on trail. A journaling session will be offered in the evening.
Our final day will consist of breakfast, stretching and meditation before hitting the trail and then taking the Crawford Path all the way back to the valley where you will be shuttled back to your vehicles.
Please note: 2 part payment plans are available upon request
Breaking down the hike:
What Trail:
Day one: Ammonoosuc Ravine trail to Lakes of the clouds.
Day two: Crawford Path to Mizpah Hut
Day three: Crawford Path to AMC Lodge (where you will be shuttled back to your car at Ammonoosuc ravine trailhead)
Arrival Time: 9am (meet at trailhead starting at 8:15am)
Total Length of the hike: Between 10-15 miles
Elevation Gain: Over 3,000 feet total
This hike is for all levels and we are here to educate and encourage you to grow safely outside your comfort zone. We will be in contact through email to introduce you to your group, and provide detailed packing lists, trip debriefing & driving information.
Risk Management: Warm layers & waterproof clothing is required. NO COTTON please- we recommend wool or synthetic blends. This is an overnight experience so you can expect at least 2 meetings prior to the event to make sure you are all taken care of.
Please contact us ASAP via call or email to set up an introduction meeting if you feel you need the extra boost of support to feel ready for this trip! We understand a lot goes into showing up for something like this and we are here to support you. A group zoom will be scheduled at least two weeks before the trip begins to introduce everyone and go over packing details.
What's included:
All meals, lodging, guiding, natural history & ecology lessons, yoga & meditation classes, goodie bag of merch, nature journal , support meetings before the trip
Not included:
Backpacks (needs at least 35 ml), extra snacks, transportation
Required gear:
Proper hiking shoes, backpacking or large day pack, water bottle, sun protection, hiking clothes for at least 2 days, overnight clothing, personal toiletries & medication
Must book by:
35 days before start date