MT Monadnock is packed AND boring. Hike this instead!

Monadnock Mountain is one of the most popular, and crowded mountains in the United States! Why don't you do yourself a favor and hike North Pack Monadnock instead?

Our family went on Father's Day 2023, and experienced cliffs, views, a frog and a newt. What could be better? Also, it didn't require a reservation to hike here, unlike Mt Monadnock.

WARNING: This is not an overly easy hike. It is a moderate hike. Do not make this your first family hike.

Video Chapters:

00:00 - Intro
00:38 - Trail Markers
01:04 - A Newt!
01:26 - A Frog!
02:21 - The Summit
03:55 - Route Map
04:17 - Lady Slippers, oh my!
05:31 - Biggest Cairn You've Even Seen!
05:53 - The Cliff
06:41 - What We Thought

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AS OF THE FILMING OF THIS VIDEO I am 46/48 of the NH 4,000 footers. ( http://4000footers.com/nh.shtml )


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GENERAL GEAR:

All Trails is a good site/app to help you plan your adventure: https://www.alltrails.com
(Bring a paper map and compass as a backup, always)
Compass - Whistle ( https://amzn.to/3Bx3dPk )

Get two of these and drink as much water as you can stomach...You'll thank me at the end of the hike: Nalgene 32oz ( https://amzn.to/3xAYWJJ ) - These semi-opaque versions weigh a little less.

First Aid Kit: Adventure Medical Kit ( https://amzn.to/3QWuRLe )

Rechargeable headlamp: Nitecore ( https://amzn.to/3UltVD7 )

Shoes: Hoka Speedgoat 5 ( https://amzn.to/3dpBOXJ )
Boots: Lowa Hiking boots ( https://amzn.to/3QSFnTP )

Sun Hoodie: Baleaf ( https://amzn.to/3Sc5Nku )

Wool Underwear - Super thin and comfortable: Meriwool ( https://amzn.to/3xByHTv )

If you wear glasses or sunglasses, get some of these: Chums eyewear retainer ( https://amzn.to/3QWtMmE )

Day Pack: Osprey Manta 24 ( https://amzn.to/3qX1JZH )
Backpacking Pack: Outdoor Vitals Shadowlight ( https://outdoorvitals.com/products/sh... )

Trekking Poles: Trekology Aluminum Sticks ( https://amzn.to/3Sk6NDs )

Rain Suit: Frogg Toggs - super cheap, super light ( https://amzn.to/3f1PjNA )

Hiking Towel: PackTowl Ultralite ( https://amzn.to/3LpDGw5 )

Water Filter: Katadyn BeFree 1.0L ( https://amzn.to/3BAshFo )
Water filter tabs (backup): These taste disgusting, but can safe you ( https://amzn.to/3QSGdQt )

Camping Chair: Helinox Chair Zero ( https://amzn.to/3dmNryF )


WINTER GEAR:

Micro Spikes: Kahtoola ( https://amzn.to/3RVqem0 )
(Also bring a couple zip ties in case the chains ever give way)

Emergency Bivvy ( https://amzn.to/3BQ4GSj )

A REALLY great book about the dangers of climbing in the winter: "Where You'll Find Me: Risk, Decisions, and the Last Climb of Kate Matrosova" by Ty Gagne ( https://amzn.to/3BqXUkx )