The Trip:

• 3-day trip led by our experienced guides

• History & interesting facts about the towns we pass through

• Campground accommodations for 2 nights

• Mt. Washington Auto Road tickets for your entire party and private Auto Road intro but Auto Road staff

• Exclusive event t-shirt

• Event sticker for each attendee

• GPX and waypoint tracks for the trip

• NEW for 2025! Meals will be included! See below for details.

 

*Fuel, any extra snacks, and alternative accommodations are your responsibility.

 

Vehicle Requirements

The Trans-NH Expedition is designed around a Jeep JK/JL Rubicon in stock form, and is accessible to a wide variety of vehicles.  Parts of the route may be a challenge for a completely stock vehicle, but our guides can assist you with going around some areas if needed. Contact us before signing up if you have any questions about your capabilities.  

 

Disclaimer – THIS IS A NON-REFUNDABLE TRIP. PLEASE MAKE PROPER ARRANGEMENTS BEFORE PLANNING. 

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Upcoming Dates: 

June 27-29, 2025 

September 26-28, 2025

 

Start Location: Canada/New Hampshire border – Pittsburg, NH.
Start Time: 8:00am Friday
Finish Location: Seacoast, Hampton NH.
Finish Time: 4:00pm Sunday

 

Trail Difficulty

Trail Ratings of 2-3 and possibly an occasional 4. 95% will be 2 and 3 level. Anything with a 4 can be bypassed or we can winch you through. Don’t be scared off by it. This is a STOCK FRIENDLY trip, regardless of the trail ratings listed above. More information on trail ratings can be found on our forum.

 

Itinerary

Day 1: We will meet at the Canadian border (US side) for a driver's meeting before heading out. We quickly leave the pavement to explore remote logging roads as we make our way towards Mt. Washington. We will make a few stops along the way, including a waterfall hike, a picnic lunch stop, and some local landmarks. We arrive at the Mt. Washington Auto Road after lunch, where we visit the museum and usually get a personal intro from Auto Road staff. We drive to the summit and spend some time enjoying the scenery (be sure to send a postcard from the summit post office!) before heading to camp.

 

Day 2: The second day will start with some incredibly scenic roads, including the Kancamagus highway. We'll stop at scenic overlooks and covered bridges. After lunch we venture back onto the dirt where we’ll explore some beautiful (and fun!) NH Class 6 roads (aka trails). This is where we will air down and put things into 4WD. Our guides will help you through any difficult spots, or direct you on a bypass if needed. 

 

Day 3: The last day will include substantial off-road travel in the morning/early afternoon. After completing our off-road adventure, we will make our way out to the NH seacoast to view the beaches and Atlantic Ocean before departing for home.

 

This route is very flexible; nothing is set in stone and we may change things depending on the group’s desires, weather, and time. We have a lot of ground to cover and a lot of things to see in a short period of time.​

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Accommodations

We will be camping at well established and vetted campgrounds Friday and Saturday night. Indoor restroom and shower facilities are available (bring quarters for the shower).  We reserve a group block of sites so expect up to 2 vehicles per site. There are motels in the area if you would prefer to have more amenities, but you are responsible for the costs of alternative accommodations. We provide wood for a shared campfire each night, which is a great time to socialize with your fellow travelers.

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Meals

New for 2025! Meals (from lunch on Friday through lunch on Sunday) will be included in the trip. Sample menus will be posted soon. This trip has some long travel days, and planning meals can be stressful. Often, travelers do not want to cook after a long day on the road. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the campfire while we do the cooking for you!

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Breakfast (Saturday/Sunday): Continental breakfast selection of fruit, yogurt, breakfast breads, etc.

 

Lunch (Friday/Saturday/Sunday): Cold deli-style lunch. We will either purchase food at a local establishment or provide fixings to make your own sandwiches. We'll include chips and a selection of canned beverages.

 

Dinner (Friday/Saturday): You'll be hungry when we get to camp, so leave the cooking to us! Appetizers will be waiting for you upon our arrival at camp. Once everyone is settled, a hot dinner will be served including a main dish, sides, and dessert. 

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Prefer to cook your own meals? That's ok too! (Please let us know when you register if you have any allergies or need food accommodations.)​

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Some expected costs:
Fuel – This trip can cover up to 500 miles of roads.

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Food – Meals listed above will be provided for you. You are responsible for breakfast on Friday, dinner on Sunday, and any extra snacks you would like. We'll have a selection of canned beverages (non-alcoholic) for each meal. You'll need to bring water (there are plenty of provisioning stops along the way to get more).

 

Thursday night lodging or alternative lodging – We recommend you stay somewhere near the meeting point on Thursday night. Some guests stay at the Lake Francis State Park Campground in Pittsburgh, NH, or at the Buck Rub Lodge, but there are other camping or cabin options nearby.

 

If you wish to stay in a motel/hotel/B&B on Friday or Saturday night instead of the provided campground, that is an option, but it will be your own responsibility.

 

Supplies:
There will be fuel stops along the way as well as provisioning stops each day for anyone that needs to pick up food or ice for coolers.

 

Be prepared for weather! It may rain, it may snow, it may be hot and sunny. This is New England! Nights can be a little chilly and Mt. Washington has the potential to be pretty cold at the top. Bring appropriate clothing for all weather conditions we may encounter. Hot days, cool nights, rain, sunshine…be prepared!

 

General Rules:

Alcohol - There will be NO alcohol consumption until we are all parked for the night!

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This is a family-friendly trip. Please behave accordingly. 

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Dogs - Well behaved dogs are welcome. Please bring proof of rabies vaccination and anything you need to keep your dog comfortable. You MUST clean up after your dog. You are responsible for your dog's behavior. Please do not bring along your pup if they are not friendly with other dogs and humans of all ages.

 

Follow instructions from our guides at all times. This is for the safety of all our guests. Our guides are authorized to ask you to leave the trip if you cause a disturbance or behave in an unsafe manner. You will not be refunded.

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Required Equipment

Please note the following required equipment for the trip. If you don't have something, please message us to discuss your situation.

• A GMRS or FRS RADIO IS REQUIRED! This is how we communicate throughout our travels. We may be able to loan you a radio if you don't have one, but let us know in advance please.

• Personal camping equipment

• Any medications or personal items you need for the trip

• Front and rear recovery points (send us a message if you're not sure about this)

• Spare tire

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Recommended Equipment

• Fire extinguisher

• First aid kit

• Tools specific to your vehicle

• Vehicle recovery gear (tow strap, traction boards)

 

Minimum Equipment And Breakdowns On The Trip:
This trip is an Overland Adventure Route, designed to be friendly to a wide variety of vehicles and drivers. It is up to you to make the decision about what you decide to carry. (If you choose not to bring a spare and you end up with a flat, that was your decision and it impacts how your trip goes!) In cases of a breakdown, we will do our best to assist in an on-trail fix, but it helps if you have anything specific to your vehicle. In case a trail fix is not possible, we will get you to safety and out to a main road, but you are responsible for any recovery costs for your vehicle. Depending on the situation, we may be able to split the group and leave a guide to assist you, but the rest of the group will continue on to the next destination. If you are able to get repaired, contact the group and meet up with us later that day or at camp that night. We want you to complete the trip and we REALLY don’t want to leave anyone behind.

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