Mount Rowe

Mount Rowe is a mountain summit in New Hampshire accessible via a marked trail that winds through deciduous forests and white pine groves. The route covers about 1.83 miles and leads to an elevation of 1,680 feet (512 meters).

The Benjamin Weeks Estate cellar hole from 1793 remains visible along the trail and marks an early settlement in this section of New Hampshire. This remnant shows that people have lived and worked in this area for centuries.

This summit is part of the Belknap Range, a mountain chain that draws local hikers who enjoy connecting multiple peaks in one outing. The area reflects how residents engage with their natural surroundings through hiking traditions.

The trail begins at the Gilford Elementary School parking lot with a wooden walkway crossing wetland areas. Blue blazes mark the route throughout and help keep hikers on the correct path.

Two picnic tables positioned near the summit offer views of Lake Winnisquam and the town of Laconia below. Wild low-bush blueberries grow naturally in this area and become visible during harvest season.