About Gorge Brook Trail
Gorge Brook Trail is a easy hiking trail near Glencliff in Grafton County, New Hampshire.. The surface is ground. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap.
Satellite imagery via Esri World Imagery
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Gorge Brook Trail
Glencliff, New Hampshire · Grafton County
Gorge Brook Trail is a easy hiking trail near Glencliff in Grafton County, New Hampshire.. The surface is ground. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap.
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44.01489, -71.82518
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Weather at Gorge Brook Trail
Live forecast for the trailhead. Use it to pack and time your hike.
Today
Rain
56°/46°
💧 16%🌬 20mph
↑ 6:46 AM ↓ 6:26 PM
Sat
Fog
45°/34°
💧 1%🌬 19mph
↑ 6:47 AM ↓ 6:24 PM
Sun
Overcast
47°/32°
💧 1%🌬 9mph
↑ 6:48 AM ↓ 6:22 PM
Mon
Drizzle
47°/23°
💧 8%🌬 15mph
↑ 6:49 AM ↓ 6:20 PM
Tue
Clear
38°/21°
💧 1%🌬 13mph
↑ 6:51 AM ↓ 6:18 PM
Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.
What “Easy” Means
Gentle terrain, well-marked. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
Difficulty is derived from OpenStreetMap’s Swiss Alpine Club (SAC) hiking scale, trail visibility, surface, distance, and elevation gain. Always verify current conditions before heading out.
What to Pack & Wear
Personalised to this trail’s length, elevation, difficulty, and the live forecast.
👔 What to Wear
- Light insulated jacketFleece or light puffy you can stash if you warm up.
- Hiking pantsQuick-dry softshell or fleece-lined.
- Light gloves + beanieEspecially if you start before sunrise.
- Sturdy hiking bootsWool or synthetic-blend socks.
🎒 What to Pack
- WaterBring at least 1L of water; more in heat.
- High-energy snacksA snack for the trail.
- Sun protectionSunscreen, sunglasses, brimmed hat.
- First-aid kitBlister patches, ibuprofen, tape, antiseptic wipes.
- Offline mapDownload your route in advance via Gaia, Caltopo, or OSM-based apps.
Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.
Trail Safety in New Hampshire
Trail conditions in New Hampshire change with weather, season, and fire activity. Closures, washouts, and rerouting are common. Before heading out:
- Check with the land manager for current conditions and closures
- Tell someone your plan and expected return time
- Know your turn-around limits — conditions can change fast
- Carry the 10 essentials: water, food, navigation, first aid, light, fire, shelter, knife, sun protection, extra clothes
References & Maps
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