Sunset hikes, below 4k footers??

[Sgt. Pepper]

Hi all! I was looking for some recommendations on a couple great spots for sunsets that didn’t involve 4,000 footers?? I have some family coming up to the white mountains next week and the bigger summits might be a bit too much for them

 

[JToll]

Middle and Peaked Mountains in North Conway come to mind

 

[peakbagger]

Keep in mind this time of year, the sun is setting close to Northeast instead of west. Unfortunately given the forecast next week, its week of waterfall hikes and indoor activities.

 

[Grey J]

North Moat is a great sub 4k peak and I loved that loop including Red Ridge Trail, but it might be too strenuous for the family the OP is entertaining. That's a good climb up North Moat.

 

[JoshandBaron]

Middle Sugarloaf is a short hike with a great view to the NW.

 

[Dr. Dasypodidae]

Middle Sugarloaf is a short hike with a great view to the NW.

And time to get down before dark, and perfect if can get site at one of the Sugarloaf campgrounds.

 

[Oldguy]

Doublehead. Easy hike, great western views

 

[OldEric]

Keep in mind this time of year, the sun is setting close to Northeast instead of west. Unfortunately given the forecast next week, its week of waterfall hikes and indoor activities.

I wasn't aware the earth was going to reverse its rotation. Amazing.

 

[peakbagger]

In your honor, I have corrected my directional dyslexia.

 

[NH2112]

Pleasant Mountain in Bridgton ME, via Ledges Trail. 1.7 miles, 1500 feet of elevation gain. Want something easier? Douglas Mtn in Sebago, 1.25 miles and maybe 500‘ el.

 

[Barbarossa]

And time to get down before dark, and perfect if can get site at one of the Sugarload campgrounds.

Or if scheduled just right, hike down under the light of the full moon.

 

[Dr. Dasypodidae]

Or if scheduled just right, hike down under the light of the full moon.

……. which might have been a possibility for tonight until ……. 🙂

 

[Scubahhh]

See the ongoing thread about the unprepared family on Franconia Ridge and be sure you’re prepared for a night-time descent. It can be challenging.