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White Mountain National Forest -
Lower Nanamocomuck Ski Trail

A trail for both expert and novice skiers. There are three access points to the trail from the Kancamagus Highway: the Albany Covered Bridge, Rocky Gorge, and the Bear Notch Road. Albany Covered Bridge is located just off the Kancamagus Highway 6.0 miles west of Conway. Parking is available. Walk through the covered bridge constructed in 1858 and turn left onto Forest Road 28 (Deer Brook Road). Elevation: 880 feet.

Rocky Gorge is located 8.4 miles west of Conway. Parking is available at the east end of the Rocky Gorge Service Road. The trail is reached by crossing the foot bridge over Rocky Gorge. Elevation: 1130 feet. Skis should be removed before entering the gorge area, as walking along the river and bridge crossing can be hazardous.

The Bear Notch Road leaves the Kancamagus Highway 11.8 miles west of Conway. A plowed turn around area and parking is available on the west side of the Bear Notch Road about one mile north of the Kancamagus Highway. Elevation: 1340 feet.

Loop Trails

The Paugus Ski Trail: 1.2 miles.

The Wenonah Ski Trail: More difficult. 1.0 mile. When skied in the counterclockwise direction, this trail provides a challenging downhill run for the intermediate skier. Traveling the trail in the clockwise direction requires a more strenuous climb, but provides a longer downhill run of less grade.

The Wenunchus Ski Trail: More difficult. 1.0 mile. Skiing this trail in a clockwise direction provides a challenging downhill run for the intermediate skier. Traveling the trail in the counter clockwise direction requires a more strenuous climb and provides downhill run of less grade.

Safety: This trail system is not patrolled. Best to have a ski buddy. Be prepared with extra clothing, high energy foods, matches, ski wax, and materials for emergency ski repair. Know the local weather forecast and let someone know your planned route and time of return. Please leave the pooch home.

The Swift River maintains rapid currents year-round. It's safer and extremely advisable to use only the bridges provided at the access points. All of these trails are marked with blue trail diamonds.

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