The weather looks great for a scenic ride north of the Presidentials!!
There are beautiful panoramic views on this ride, and we should have clear weather to enjoy them!!
There are 2 options for this ride - a 35 miler or a 51 miler.
For the 35 mile ride (the traditional ride we have done in the past), park at the large parking area on the right side of Route 302, across form the Zealand Road/campground. It is a few miles past Bretton Woods, on the right. Be ready to ride at 10:00 am.
The ride goes to the light at Twin Mt 4 corners, right on route 3, and right on route 115. A left on Israel River Road leads to a nice ride in the flats and farms. Opt for either a dirt road (for a short loop) or a paved road (for the out-and-back), and climb up to the lunch spot at the convenience store/gas station at the corner of Route 2 and Meadow Road. Return is via Route 115A, back to 115 and back to the car.
For the 51 mile ride, the start is at Mt Clinton Road, across the street form the AMC Highland Center. If you have a Forest Service parking pass, you can park in the parking lot on the left side of Mt Clinton Road. If you do not have a pass, park on the left side of Route 302 in the hiker/climber parking area next to the RR tracks, just after you drive through the Notch. Ride your bike over to Mt Clinton Road from there. (I think it is too busy for us to park at the Crawford RR station at this time of the year.)
For the 51 mile ride, let's start promptly at 9:00 am so that we can meet the riders starting at Zealand at 10:00am.
Since there are two start times, please set up your own carpool plans. If you email or call me, I can help you find a ride or a passenger.
See you on Thursday!!!
Marianne
Map for the 35 mile ride:
Map for the 51 mile ride:
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