Little Monadnock Mountain

Little Monadnock Mountain is a summit in Fitzwilliam rising to 1,900 feet, surrounded by dense forest and rocky ground. Well-traveled trails made of packed earth crisscross the mountainside, creating clear routes for hikers.

The mountain became a hiking destination through gradual trail development within Rhododendron State Park. It serves as part of the larger Metacomet-Monadnock Trail system, a 110-mile network connecting peaks across the region.

The mountain offers visitors a direct encounter with New England woodland life, where native plants and animals thrive in their natural surroundings. Walking through these forests, you notice how the vegetation shifts as elevation increases.

The trail to the summit takes roughly two hours round trip and starts from Rhododendron State Park, where you can park and begin hiking. The climb is moderate, gaining about 700 feet in elevation, making it manageable for most people with basic fitness.

Water flowing from the mountain splits between two different river systems: the southern side drains to the Tully River, while the northern side flows to the Ashuelot River. Both rivers eventually join the Connecticut River, subtly linking this small peak to a much larger landscape network.

Location: New Hampshire

GPS coordinates: 42.78926,-72.20630

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:42