High Plains Drifter
Franconia · New Hampshire
1.5 mi
Distance
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Net Elevation
17 min
Est. Time
Peak Elevation
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Difficulty
Blue Square
1.5 mi
Distance
...
Net Elevation
17 min
Est. Time
...
Peak Elevation
Blue Square
Difficulty
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Weather outlook
CloudyNo significant precipitation expected.
Little rain is indicated. Shaded or poorly drained sections may still be wet.
This week has snow in the forecast, so expect freeze-thaw swings and check local guidance before riding.
Forecast window
Thursday
a high near 50°F, little expected rain, 1% rain chance
Weather-based estimate. Always check local closures and posted trail conditions before riding.
Forecast data via Open-Meteo. Forecast date: .
About This Trail
High Plains Drifter is a 1.5-mile mountain bike trail near Franconia, New Hampshire. RidePal marks it as a blue square trail. Listed stats: an estimated ride time of 17 min.
Mountain Biking in Franconia
Franconia is one of the mountain biking hubs in New Hampshire, with mapped trail coverage on RidePal. Use High Plains Drifter as a starting point to compare nearby routes by distance, difficulty, surface, elevation profile, and ride time.
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Trail Details
Surface
Ground
Technical Rating
Blue Square
Trail Marking
Poorly Marked
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High Plains Drifter FAQ
Where is High Plains Drifter?
High Plains Drifter is a mountain bike trail near Franconia, New Hampshire. RidePal maps the route, trail stats, photos, reviews, and nearby rides for this area.
How difficult is High Plains Drifter?
High Plains Drifter is 1.5 miles long, rated blue square, with a ground surface, with an estimated ride time of 17 min. Check the map and recent conditions before riding.
What is the weather outlook for High Plains Drifter?
Weather forecast for 2026-11-13: No significant precipitation expected. Little rain is indicated. Shaded or poorly drained sections may still be wet. Weather-based estimate. Always check local closures and posted trail conditions before riding.
What other mountain bike trails are near High Plains Drifter?
Nearby RidePal trail pages in Franconia include S & L, Infinity Glade, Dr No, Holy Moley, Fat Lip. Use the nearby trails section to compare distance, difficulty, and route style.
What kind of ride is High Plains Drifter?
Trail marking is listed as poorly marked.
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