Many hikes are so popular they are part of a standard White Mountain repertoire, like Mount Willard or Mount Chocorua. Others are much less talked about yet can be very rewarding, like a winter hike up to the base of Huntington Ravine.
It is fun to write about that hike this week, and to suggest it as an alternative to a traditional winter summit, yet with a unique and spectacular view. With plenty of snow and mild days, this is the best time to do it.
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