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South Carter Mountain

Mossy, root-filled ridge trail with short steep sections; generally moderate footing

Prominence: 230 ft Range: Carter-Moriah Range
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Elevation: 4,430 ft
South Carter Mountain - Captured in the late afternoon of October 22, 2022, this landscape photograph highlights South Carter Mountain within the White Mountains of New Hampshire. The scene showcases the rugged ridge line covered in dense evergreen trees, illuminated by soft autumn sunlight under a cloudless sky. The serene mountain weather and distant rolling peaks emphasize the vastness of the White Mountain National Forest, inviting hikers and nature enthusiasts to explore this pristine alpine zone. - NH48
Captured in the late afternoon of October 22, 2022, this landscape photograph highlights South Carter Mountain within the White Mountains of New Hampshire. The scene showcases the rugged ridge line covered in dense evergreen trees, illuminated by soft autumn sunlight under a cloudless sky. The serene mountain weather and distant rolling peaks emphasize the vastness of the White Mountain National Forest, inviting hikers and nature enthusiasts to explore this pristine alpine zone.

South Carter Mountain

Overview

Mossy, root-filled ridge trail with short steep sections; generally moderate footing

Standard Routes

  • 19 Mile Brook > Carter Dome Trail > Carter-Moriah - via Zeta Pass. — 12.7 mi • 3,750 ft gain • Loop - together with Middle Carter. • Very difficult
  • Imp Trail loop - North Imp -> North Carter Trail -> Carter-Moriah -> South Imp. — 11.0 mi • 3,300 ft gain • Loop • Difficult

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Mountain conditions advisory

South Carter Mountain: moderate exposure today. Estimated wind 40 mph. Check summit forecast before departure.

Expires: 2026-02-14T23:59:59-05:00

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