2018 Map of Stairs Mountain

About this map

The Presidential Range dominates this portion of the White Mountain National Forest, where a dense network of historic hiking corridors defines the high-altitude landscape. Highlighting the region's long history of recreational exploration, the map traces the Appalachian National Scenic Trail as it traverses ridges near Mt Eisenhower and Mt Pierce. The terrain drops sharply toward Crawford Notch, a gap carved by the Saco River and overlooked by the dramatic Frankenstein Cliff. To the east, the Mount Washington Valley provides a contrast to the high peaks, while specialized paths like the Davis Path and Edmands Path indicate the storied legacy of trail-building in the White Mountains. Notable landmarks such as Giant Stairs and Stairs Mtn sit above the Dry River drainage, marking a wilderness area characterized by steep ridges like Montalban Ridge and Rocky Branch Ridge.