Thursday, December 31, 2026 | 10:15 PM
Monadnock State Park, Jaffrey, New Hampshire

Why spend New Year’s Eve indoors when you can celebrate at the top of a summit under the open sky and stars? Sole Sisters, we’re ringing in the new year on Mt. Monadnock!

This advanced adventure takes us up the White Dot Trail, a steady climb over rocky terrain and open ledges, all after dark. As we climb, the sky opens up above us and the world gets quiet. Reaching the summit at the turn of the year is a pretty special way to leave the old year behind and welcome the new one.

We’ll hike at a steady pace, with time to rest, regroup, and take it all in. Bring a headlamp, dress in warm layers, and pack micro-spikes, which may be needed depending on weather. Stars, stillness, and great company: what better way to start the new year?

Hike Details

• Difficulty: Advanced

• Distance: 4 miles round trip

• Estimated hiking time: Allow 3.5 hours

• Trail: White Dot Trail

• Meeting time: 10:15 PM

• Starting location: White Dot Trail trailhead, Monadnock State Park, Jaffrey, NH