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1,919 ft
Distance
261 ft
Climb
00:12:27
Avg time
263 ft
Altitude change
909 ft
Altitude min
1,172 ft
Altitude max
909 ft
Altitude start
1,171 ft
Altitude end
13.7%
Grade
2.5%
Grade max
29.9%
Grade min
1,896 ft
Distance climb
23 ft
Distance down
00:12:27
Avg time

Alpine Spring Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Coös Trails
    Gorham, New Hampshire
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    80 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 90 in Trail Running
  • Global Ranking
    #11246 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #56017 in Trail Running
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    XC
  • Direction
    Uphill Only[+]
    • Uphill Only for Trail Running
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Hard
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes

A one way, switchback style climbing section of the Alpine Spring trail. After you top out of the climb the trail becomes a two way rolling traverse with multiple options to choose from.

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Apr 29, 2026 @ 1:43pm (America/New_York)
Apr 29, 2026
reporter Some spring mud here and there but overall good to go.
Feb 16, 2026 @ 2:08pm (America/New_York)
Feb 16, 2026
reporter Good to go! Be cautious of warm temps, try to avoid leaving ruts.
Jan 25, 2026 @ 4:34pm (America/New_York)
Jan 25, 2026
reporter Big storm, not yet groomed
Jan 7, 2026 @ 3:21pm (America/New_York)
Jan 7, 2026
reporter New storm snow, probably rideable but not groomed yet and not tire packed either.
Dec 15, 2025 @ 9:47am (America/New_York)
Dec 15, 2025
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Alpine Spring

        Where is Alpine Spring located?
        Alpine Spring is located in Coös Trails, Gorham, New Hampshire, United States. It is part of the Coös Trails trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 44.38544, -71.18453.
        How hard is Alpine Spring?
        Alpine Spring is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Hard. The average grade is 13.7%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
        What is the elevation gain for Alpine Spring?
        Alpine Spring has 261 ft of elevation gain. The elevation ranges from 909 ft to 1,172 ft.
        Is Alpine Spring a point to point trail?
        Yes, Alpine Spring is a point to point trail. The direction is Uphill Only. The trail type is singletrack.

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