Lower Trail

Lower Trail is a short, easy hike in New Hampshire's Oak Hill, managed by the State Department of Natural Resources. The route is 0.31 miles long, with a total elevation gain of 13 feet, and it runs from a low point of 463 feet to a high of 497 feet. The climb is gentle, with the steepest stretch at about 0.05 miles in, where the grade reaches 4 percent. The trail is a point-to-point route, and it works well as a quick outing. It is also a practical link to other paths in the area. Ledges Pass Trail starts just 0.1 mile away, and Upper Trail and Vista Way Trail are each about 0.3 mile off. For comfortable weather, late spring through early fall is the best window. Typical averages from a nearby weather station in Concord show May highs around 69°F and September highs around 74°F, with July the warmest month at about 83°F. Winter brings frequent snow days, with January highs near freezing. Bikes are allowed on the trail. Plan on about half an hour for the trip.