A moderately challenging 3.5-mile roundtrip hike near Alton Bay with a fire tower summit delivering panoramic views of Lake Winnipesaukee and the surrounding foothills. This classic New England peak combines accessible hiking with the lake-life payoff that defines the region's appeal.

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