As soon as the trail begins off Kancamagus Highway, it crosses Twin Brook then turns right and passes the intersection of Bolles Trail. The trail is along an old logging road, so the path is wide with an easy grade. The trail parallels much of Champney Brook where at 1.4 miles you make choose to take the small spur trail to views of Pitcher Falls and Champney Falls. The loop trail reenters the main path at 1.7 miles to begin ascending on switchbacks. At 3 miles Middle Sister Cutoff Trail enters from the left and travels to Middle Sister and First Sister. The trail ends at Piper Trail which offers access to Mt. Chocorua in .6 mile.

Directions: From Conway, NH, Travel 11.5 miles west on Kancamagus Highway (SR 112) to a parking area. Trail begins there.

Elevation: 3,500 feet

Elevation Gain: 2,250 feet

Difficulty: Moderate

Expert Review of Champney Falls Trail

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Active and Adventure Review of Champney Falls Trail

Away Travel Expert: Mike Kautz

Active Expert Favorite
ActiveExpert Rating Recommended for:
Day Hiking

Active and AdventureExpert Tips & Helpful Hints

• Located off the spectacular Kancamagus Highway, this gentle trail follows a stream for a mile and a half to a set of falls.
• In the winter you can hike in and watch ice climbers scale the frozen falls.

Parks and Outdoors Review of Champney Falls Trail

Away Travel Expert: Johnny Molloy

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ParksExpert Rating Recommended for:
Day Hiking,Sustainable Travel

Parks and OutdoorsExpert Tips & Helpful Hints

• Combine cascades and views on this popular hike.
• Hikers will be rewarded with two water features—Champney Falls and Pitcher Falls, on a spur trail, while the main path.
• Intrepid hikers will continue the path to the Piper Trail and reach the top of Mount Chocorua.

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