Mount Monadnock, White Dot and White Cross Trails Loop

The White Dot, White Cross route to the summit of Mount Monadnock is a classic, fun New Hampshire hike. Some sources suggest Mount Monadnock is one of the most summited mountains in the world, so you’ll likely see a lot of like minded hikers out on the trail. The White Dot, White Cross route follows a loop with out-and-back sections at both ends. Most hikers consider this a hard hike. The great views from the exposed, rocky summit make it a memorable place to eat lunch. Henry David Thoreau and Ralph Waldo Emerson both wrote about the beauty of Mount Monadnock, so it’s sure to be worth the trip!