Mount Washington
Mountain in Washington · 6,257 ft
The hike up Mount Washington
The route starts at Mount Washington Trailhead — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Mount Washington?
Mount Washington is 6,257 ft above sea level and lies in Washington. Its prominence is 2,395 ft — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Mount Washington?
From Mount Washington Trailhead it is about 1.4 mi one way with 2,949 ft of ascent. Expect around 3 h 57 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Mount Washington?
The nearest starting point is Mount Washington Trailhead (southeast of the peak) — 1.4 mi on foot · ↑ 2,949 ft · about 3 h 57 min round trip. Alternative: MT. ELLINOR (UPPER) (south of the peak) (about 2.5 mi to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log Mount Washington in Conquer?
Yes — Mount Washington is one of 49,213 peaks in United States in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.
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