Hike to Holt’s Ledge in Lyme, NH

I recently hiked to Holt’s Ledge along the Appalachian Trail for the first time. Holt’s Ledge is located in Lyme Center, NH.

Although the top is only 1930 feet, hikers can enjoy great views to the east and south.

Goose Pond and the ski trails on Mt. Sunapee.

Looking towards the south we could see Goose Pond and the ski trails of Mt Sunpaee in the distance.

Mt. Cardigan from Holt’s Ledge.

Zoom photo of Mt. Cardigan from Holt’s Ledge.

To the east we could see Mt. Cardigan with it’s distinctive bald top and fire tower on the summit.

Franconia Ridge in the distance.

Way off in the distance we could see the distinctive profile of Franconia Ridge near Woodstock, NH.

Top of the ski life at Dartmouth Skiway.

After enjoying the view for a while the group walked over to Dartmouth Skiway lift and ski trails. From there we had a nice view of Smarts Mt. to the North.

Ski Trail signs at Dartmouth Skiway.

We walked down the Upper Papoose ski trail for part of the return trip.

Snow on the ski trail in May.

We even found a small pile of snow on the Upper Papoose trail.

We had a great view of Lyme Center and the mountains of Vermont off in the distance.

Giant boulder along the Papoose trail at the Dartmouth Skiway.

An interesting sight along the Papoose trail is a giant boulder beside the trail.

Giant boulder beside the Papoose ski trail at the Dartmouth Skiway.

Holt’s Ledge is a great hike since you get impressive views yet the hike is under two miles.