Mount Eisenhower peak
Mount Eisenhower rises to 4,780 ft in White-Mountains within the White Mountains range.
With an elevation of 4,760 feet (1,450 meters), it stands as one of the tallest mountains in the region. This majestic mountain offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape, including the neighboring peaks of Mount Washington and Mount Monroe.
During the winter season, Mount Eisenhower experiences a significant snowpack, making it a popular destination for winter sports enthusiasts. The snowpack range varies each year depending on weather conditions, but on average, it can reach depths of several feet. This invites opportunities for activities such as snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and backcountry skiing.
Several creeks and rivers benefit from the runoff of Mount Eisenhower. The Ammonoosuc River, renowned for its pristine waters, is one such example. Flowing through the valleys below, these waterways provide not only scenic beauty but also habitat for diverse wildlife.
The mountain is named after Dwight D. Eisenhower, the 34th President of the United States. The name was bestowed upon the peak in 1972 to commemorate Eisenhower's dedication to public lands and conservation efforts. The area surrounding Mount Eisenhower is also rich in lore and legends, with tales of Native American tribes and early settlers intertwining with the mountain's history. Exploring these stories adds an additional layer of fascination to the already captivating experience of summiting Mount Eisenhower.
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Streamflow near Mount Eisenhower
USGS streamgauges in the basin drained by this peak. Spring snowmelt from the summit feeds these flows.
| Gauge | Streamflow | View |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut River Near Dalton | 4,690 cfs | → |
| Wild River At Gilead | 322 cfs | → |
| Passumpsic River At Passumpsic | 1,170 cfs | → |
| Connecticut River At Wells River | 11,500 cfs | → |
| Wells River At Wells River | 286 cfs | → |
| Ammonoosuc River At Bethlehem Junction | 368 cfs | → |
Plan around incoming weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column -- snow at this elevation typically lags the radar signature by a few hours.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day forecast
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
What's around Mount Eisenhower
Ski areas, river runs, fishing spots, campgrounds, parks, reservoirs, and boat launches within driving distance of Mount Eisenhower.
Ski areas
River runs
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