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STAY CONNECTED
with the Higher Summits
The call for adventure
beyond the ski resort
eventually draws many
skiers to the backcountry,
where untracked powder,
the allure of self-reliance,
and quiet natural landscapes provide an entirely
di昀昀erent experience.
But in the backcountry,
skiers must be prepared
for an unmanaged world.
The White Mountains are renowned for adventure and
extreme weather. Our specialized forecasts and services
keep you connected so you can be prepared.
Text/SMS Forecast Service
Text “forecast” to 603-356-2137 to receive a summary of
what to expect above tree line. Text “weather” for current
summit conditions.
beauty of the backcountry, while maintaining a
manageable level of challenge.
Many skiers choose to stay within this zone,
prioritizing safety without sacrificing the thrill of
exploration. For those who find that adding risk
doesn’t necessarily increase enjoyment, non-technical terrain provides a balanced, adventure-filled
experience, combining the freedom of backcountry
skiing with limited exposure to dangerous conditions. Classic Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC)
ski trails from the 1930s, along with more recent
glade projects by the Granite Backcountry Alliance,
offer enjoyable, generally non-technical backcountry terrain. Trails such as the John Sherburne Ski
Trail on Mount Washington or the Doublehead Ski
Trail in Jackson, NH, are excellent starting points.
Winter 2024/25
Higher Summits Forecast
This comprehensive 48-hour forecast is updated twice
daily. Also available in audio version.
Current Summit Conditions
Updated continuously, our real-time weather data include
temperature at various elevations – now on the eastern and
western sides of Mount Washington.
All of this and webcams at mountwashington.org!
Mount Washington Observatory is a nonpro昀椀t, member-supported
institution with a mission to advance understanding of the natural
systems that create Earth’s weather and climate.
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