Crawford Path Trailhead (Rte 302)

Facility · Maine ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

White Mountain Purchase Unit (NF) · Open Access

1,915 ft
Elevation
The Crawford Path was originally built during the 1800’s and used as a horse trail over the southern Presidential Range to the summit of Mount Washington. In commemoration of its 175th anniversary, the Crawford Path was designated a National Recreation Trail In 1994. This 8.5 mile spectacularly scenic trail is the oldest, continuously maintained, hiking path in America. The section just north of Mt. Pierce to the summit of Mt. Washington is a segment of the Appalachian Trail.

Getting there

This large trailhead is located on the southeastern end of the Mt. Clinton Road close to Rte. 302 and AMC's Highland Center.

44.21975, -71.41063 · 44°13'11.1"N 71°24'38.3"W

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Typical weather

Typically 55°F in Jul, down to 15°F in Feb.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F151521314351555449382820
Low °F-3-3517304045433725134
Precip in5.75.56.77.37.78.68.97.77.710.08.17.3

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 6.4 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Crawford Path Trailhead (Rte 302)

Can you reserve a site at Crawford Path Trailhead (Rte 302)?
No. Crawford Path Trailhead (Rte 302) is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.

Camping near Crawford Path Trailhead (Rte 302)

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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