2024 Map of Stairs Mountain

About this map

The Presidential Range dominates this portion of the White Mountain National Forest, where high-elevation summits and steep drainages define the landscape. Notable peaks such as Mt Eisenhower, Mt Franklin, and Mt Isolation are connected by an intricate network of historic footpaths, including the Crawford Path Trl and the Appalachian National Scenic Trail. The map illustrates the dramatic drop into the Mount Washington Valley to the east and the protected Presidential Range-Dry River Wilderness at the center. Water features are a primary focal point, with high-gradient streams like the Dry River and Rocky Branch carving deep valleys, while landmarks such as Arethusa Falls and the geological formations of Giant Stairs and Frankenstein Cliff offer clear evidence of the region's complex glacial and erosional history.