The Welch-Dickey Loop is a dramatic hiking route over Welch and Dickey Mountains, famous for long exposed ridgelines that provide broad views of Waterville Valley and the Southern White Mountains. Much of the trail climbs and descends over bare granite bedrock, an unusual mountain landscape for such relatively low elevations. The loop is commonly hiked in either direction.
NOTE: In fall, winter, and spring, sections of trail across the exposed ledges can become extremely icy and dangerous- traction is highly recommended.
Before you hike, know the hiker responsibility code and be prepared:
Visit the hikeSafe website to learn more!
For more information, visit the White Mountain National Forest trail page, or the Waterville Valley Athletic & Improvement Association website or contact:
From Interstate 93, take Exit 28 in Campton for NH-49 to Waterville Valley. Head north on NH-49 for 6.8 miles, then turn left on Upper Mad River Road. Continue 0.6 miles on Mad River Road, then turn right onto Orris Road. Follow Orris Road for 0.6 miles then turn right into the parking lot.
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