North Percy Peak (3,415 ft) is one of the twin Percy Peaks rising from the Nash Stream Forest in northern New Hampshire's Great North Woods. Its southwestern face is dominated by an unmistakable granite slab visible for miles, making it one of the most recognizable summits in the region.
The main route follows the North Percy Trail, a 4.1-mile out-and-back with roughly 2,150 feet of elevation gain. The lower trail climbs gradually through forest before steepening sharply. The final half-mile crosses exposed granite slabs to reach the summit; the rock grips exceptionally well when dry but becomes treacherous when wet. The broad, flat summit rewards hikers with 360-degree views: Mount Washington anchors the southern horizon, the Presidentials and Carter-Moriah Range stretch to the southeast, Old Speck and the Mahoosucs mark the Maine border to the east, Vermont ridgelines fill the west, and Sugarloaf rises to the north. Christine Lake shimmers in the valley below.
Nash Stream Road is not maintained for vehicles in winter, making North Percy a summer and fall destination unless you have snowmobile access. Late summer brings wild blueberries near the summit. The Percy Peaks Loop adds South Percy to the outing for those wanting a fuller day.
