Bald Mountain Recreation Area Loop

The main trailhead parking for the north unit is found on the west side of Harmon Rd, just south of Predmore Rd. The north unit consists of a west loop of this parking area (Blue and White trails) and an east loop (Orange trail). While both loops are rugged and scenic, the best loop is following the 3.6 mile Orange trail.

Hiking, biking, and skiing all share the same trail system. Here is what I recommend no matter which of the three you are doing. At the parking lot, you will see trailpost #1 with a map of the area. From #1, head north to post #6 and then east across Harmon Rd to post #7. At post #7, you are now at the beginning of the Orange Loop. Continue clockwise onto #8-15 and then returning back to #7, 6, and 1. Along the way, the well marked trail will take you through rugged terrain, scenic lookouts, a bridge over a trout stream, several secluded glacial lakes, hardwood and pine forests, and another beautiful bridge over a stream that connects Dorn Lake and East Graham Lake.  All together, this is a beautiful 4 mile trail that is fairly easy to hike but more intermediate for biking and cross country skiing.

If you want even more miles, pick up the Blue and White trails from the main trail head where you parked. This will be another 4 mile loop. This loop is more forested with less lakes - but still a very nice trail with plenty of rolling hills. Want even more miles? Bald Mountain's northeast corner connects to Addison Oak's trail system. Bikers often loop them both in one ride.

Now you know how you can enjoy Bald Mountain all four seasons. Enjoy!