Sandwich Mountain Trailhead - North Sandwich, NH
Discover the Sandwich Mountain Trailhead, a scenic dog park in North Sandwich, NH, perfect for pet owners seeking dog-friendly hiking adventures. This location offers access to challenging yet rewarding pet-friendly trails, including the strenuous Sandwich Mountain Trail and the longer, less intense Drakes Brook Trail. Both trails provide beautiful natural surroundings, from birch forests to balsam fir woods, making it an ideal spot for dogs and their owners to explore the great outdoors together.
While the park is not wheelchair accessible, it features a spacious parking area accommodating over 20 vehicles, making it convenient for visitors. The trails lead to stunning viewpoints such as Jennings Peak and Noon Peak, offering breathtaking vistas that are well worth the climb. Dog owners should be cautious of potentially dangerous river crossings, especially during spring or after heavy rain, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for both pets and their humans. Sandwich Mountain Trailhead is a must-visit for those looking for a pet-friendly hiking destination in the White Mountains region.
FAQ for Sandwich Mountain Trailhead in North Sandwich New Hampshire:
- Is the park wheelchair accessible? No, the Sandwich Mountain Trailhead does not have a wheelchair accessible entrance or parking lot.
- Are there walking or hiking trails connected to the park? Yes, there are two main trails starting at this location: the strenuous Sandwich Mountain Trail and the less strenuous but longer Drakes Brook Trail. These trails connect to Jennings Peak and Sandwich Mountain and offer scenic views and wilderness hiking.
- Where is the best place to park? The main parking area at Sandwich Mountain Trailhead has space for over 20 vehicles.
Reviews
Challenging hike with views on Noon and Jennings peaks
For being peak #1 on the 52 with a view list, I wasn’t necessarily blown away by the view. It was ok, but Jennings Peak was honestly better.
Access to Sandwich Mountain trail which brings you to Noon Peak and Jennings Oak which both have cool views, but serious climbs are required for each.
Jennings peak is a lovely hike! The trail passes through some very pretty birch forest before rising into lovely higher elevation balsam fir woods. The sandwich mountain trail is quite steep for a little while, but the ridge walk that follows is beautiful. Sandwich Mountain itself is less impressive than Jennings.
From this location, two trails lead/return to/from Jennings Peak and Sandwich Mountain. Most of these trails are located within the Sandwich Mountain Wilderness (a relatively unvisited portion of the White Mountains). Other trails do intersect high up on the main ridge to Sandwich Mountain. The main parking area has space for over 20 vehicles.The first, and most strenuous trail is the Sandwich Mountain Trail. The less strenuous but longer trail is the Drakes Brook Trail. I recommend taking the Sandwich Mountain Trail up and the Drakes Brook Trail down. Also, make sure to take the side trail up to Jennings Peak. The views from this peak are amazing! Next, head up to Sandwich Mountain and return via Drakes Brook Trail. You’ll be walking along a growing brook with cascades in the middle section, that ends up a river.Note: Both trails require a potentially dangerous river crossing. Take great care in spring and when downpours make the water level high and the current dangerous. In the winter, extra care should be used.The aforementioned loop hike is slightly over 8 miles in length and has some very steep and rough sections.