The Kinsmans, Part 2

This notorious set of twin summits is known more for the rigor involved than the views, but those aren't half bad either ! This trail tested us in many, many ways and it was quite the adventure and test of human endurance and staying focused and conquering some fears to complete the traverse. This is part 2. The distance on the Appalachian Trail between US3-Franconia Notch, NH (1824.6) and Kinsman Notch, NH (1808.3) is 16.3 miles. We also included a connector trail from Liberty Springs parking making the hike 17 miles. Estimated ascent in A.T. section is 5,720' Estimated descent in A.T. section is 5,280' source:ATdist.com