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Doublehead Backcountry Cabin is accessible only by hiking, snowshoeing or skiing the 1.8-mile Doublehead Ski Trail. Guests should be prepared to transport all their gear and supplies on foot over an elevation of 1,500 feet. Doublehead Backcountry Cabin and Doublehead Ski Trail were built in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps as part of a larger project to develop ski runs for the nearby resort town of Jackson. The cabin was used as a warming hut and shelter for skiers traveling on the trail. Some of the other ski trails nearby were developed and commercialized, but Doublehead Ski Trail and the cabin retain their rustic, backcountry ambiance.
Guests at Doublehead Backcountry Cabin can expect to see other cross country skiers and snowshoers on the Doublehead Ski Trail. Hikers will find a trail that leads to the south peak of Doublehead Mountain.
The cabin is very rustic with minimal amenities that include 8 wooden bunks, 2 small tables, benches and a wood stove. An outhouse is located a short distance away with a composting toilet. A broom is provided for tidying up the cabin. Water and electricity are not available. Any water taken from the natural sources should be treated or boiled, but it is recommended that guests bring their own water. Bedding and sleeping pads are not provided. Recommended items include matches, food, cooking utensils, trash bags, toilet paper, a camp stove, first aid kit, flashlight or lantern, extra batteries, firewood and/or a cutting tool for dead and down wood. The amount of available firewood in the area cannot be guaranteed. The cabin is not insulated, so winter guests should be prepared for temperatures inside to be almost the same as the outside, even when the wood stove is in use ( more cabin details )
This log cabin sits atop the north summit of Doublehead Mountain at 3,053 feet. This mountain has 2 peaks, and the south peak is 2,939 feet. This vantage point offers views of Mount Washington (6,288 feet), the tallest mountain in the northeastern United States, and other peaks in the Presidential Range.
White Mountain National Forest is home to 237 species of birds. Other inhabitants of the forest include moose and black bears.
From NH Route 16 in Jackson, turn onto Route 16A. Take Route 16B (Black Mountain Road) and follow for about 2 miles. Just past Black Mountain Ski Area, Rt 16B turns into Dundee Road. Continue on Dundee Road to the trailhead 1 mile on the left with space for 3-5 vehicles. The ski trail reaches the cabin in 1.8 miles via a steep grade.
So it said it was a moderate tra8l bit its not its intermediate AMD if u are ready to use a tope it good for u if not dont even bother right befor u get to the top of the mountain u basically have to walk up a straight up and down part not quite but very close to up and down and if me and my adhd cant do it i dont know who can of ur not an experiances Joker
great hike but very hard.there are 3 different trails up.the ski trail is steep and hard but the easiest of the 3.and safest.the other 2 trails-old path and new path are very rocky and extremely steep.best time to hike it is in the summer because the snow likes to last for a long time on top and also there are tons of horseflies in the spring which are very annoying.
A nice quiet hike lead up on a trail with no other people on it. The cabin was clean, easy to find, and the perfect ending for the day. There is a nice outlook over the area giving a beautiful view of the sunrise in the morning as well.
Rewarding hike up Doublehead in Jackson. Steep and icy in parts but well worth it. About 2+ hour loop -at my pace - to cover both the North and South heads. Did not stay in cabin but it looks cozy!
A steep but short hike, great views, and easily doable in a morning/afternoon.
The bottom mile is pretty boggy on both the ski trail and the "New Trail", so make sure you have waterproof footwear or an extra couple pairs of socks.
