Krupa Loop

Krupa Loop is a short, easy loop hike of about 0.75 miles on the Oak Hill land unit in New Hampshire, managed by the State Department of Natural Resources. The trail rises from about 692 feet to about 775 feet, with a total climb of 51 feet and a total descent of 182 feet. The steepest stretch comes early on, at about 0.05 miles in, with a grade of about 9 percent. The most comfortable months for a visit are late spring through early fall. Typical averages from a nearby weather station in Concord show September highs around 74°F with lows near 49°F, and May highs around 69°F. That station sits about 430 feet lower than the trail, so temperatures on the loop run a little cooler. Bikes are allowed on the route. Tower Trail and Dancing Bear Trail both start about 0.1 mile away, and Bowl Trail is about 0.2 mile off. Climbers can find Big Quarry, also known as Tadpole Quarry, about 4.4 miles away.