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Mount Washington Valley Rec Path Trailhead
5 ★★★★★ 7 Google reviews · Running trail in North Conway, New Hampshire · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Mount Washington Valley Rec Path Trailhead's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
What runners say about Mount Washington Valley Rec Path Trailhead
Nice walking path. Paved and fairly flat, although there are some hills on the north end. Not bad, but not flat. Only did about half of it today as it was getting warm in the sun. Still makes for a good walk.
Really enjoyed the walk all paved but some choice to go off route, and it's well looked after
Nicely maintained path! Safe options for my boys (Age 6&10). They love it!
Trail conditions & character
“Paved and fairly flat, although there are some hills on the north end.”
“Really enjoyed the walk all paved but some choice to go off route, and it's well looked after”
Plan your run at Mount Washington Valley Rec Path Trailhead
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
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