Hiking Mt. Monadnock, the Popular New Hampshire Mountain That Stands Alone

Though smaller than its White Mountain neighbors, Mt. Monadnock is true to its native meaning, that being a mountain that stands alone. In this season 3 segment of “Weekends with Yankee” (episode 303), we’re in New Hampshire to learn more about the highest mountain in the southern region. The mountain is widely popular, attracting around 130,000 visitors in a year, and offers a variety of trails ranging in length and difficulty. The view from the top is magnificent, and on a clear day, all six New England states are visible. The mountain that stands alone is southern New Hampshire’s very own north star.

About Weekends with Yankee

Produced by GBH, Boston’s preeminent public media producer, Weekends with Yankee is a Telly Award–winner in theTourism/Travel category and was recently nominated for Best New Series and Best Travel Program by The Taste Awards. Series funding for Weekends with Yankee is provided by New Hampshire Division of Travel & Tourism Development, Maine Office of Tourism, Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism, The Barn Yard, American Cruise Lines, and Grady-White Boats.