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Summary: Trail is rocky and muddy in places and there are several stream crossings. The second stream crossing can be difficult when the water is high (Spring) but is generally easy other times of year. The ponds are very pretty and there are many protected plants growing in the boggy section of the second pond. The shelter does not exist anymore but there are good places to relax by the water and even to swim. This is a good year round hike. You can turn around at any point you decide to. There are some nice water spills below the lower pond. Upper Greeley Pond, with its dark aqua-green color, is a beautiful spot, surrounded by old growth timber and towering cliffs. By contrast, Lower Greeley Pond is shallow and more typical of a beaver pond. Both ponds offer trout fishing and an enjoyable place to have a picnic lunch. Trailhead: From Conway NH take route 112 (aka Kancamagus Highway) west towards Lincoln NH. After crossing thru Kancamagus pass you will descend down to a hair pin turn. The trailhead will be on your left as you reach the broad sweeping turn to the right. It will cost $3.00 to park here and change is not available. There is plenty of water along this trail if you have a filter. From Lincoln: The trailhead is 9 miles east of Exit 32,1-93 on the Kancagmagus Highway. (Lat:44.01 Lon:-71.31) Trail Guides for Greeley Ponds Kancamagus Highway: Best Seasons: Year-Round User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Ranger Contact: Saco Ranger District, Conway, NH 03818, 603-447-5448 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Jon Willard, who has posted 54 other hikes on this site. To visit this reporters web site, click here. Trail Reviews Page 1 of 2 Submit your own review 
Reviewed by D.A on 8/19/2009 Great hike for young children. I have done it three times and enjoyed it every time. 
Reviewed by Chainsawjames on 2/12/2009 Awesome views and gin clear water make this remote pond my favorite place. Very easy access. Trail can be muddy at times.
Reviewed by SLC on 4/6/2008 4/03/04 WONDERFUL; BUT, WITH HIGH DEPTH OF SNOW BE AWARE THAT BROOK CROSSINGS COULD BE 2 - 4 FEET OF SNOW BANKS HIGHER THAN THE ACTUAL WOODEN OR LOG BRIDGES! A COUPLE VERY ICY! POND WAS PARTIALLY OPEN WATER AT ENDS... I WENT ON THE WEST SIDE FIRST WHICH WAS STEEP AND NARROWER THAN MY SNOWSHOES IN A COUPLE OF PLACES. COMING BACK BY THE POND ON THE EAST SIDE WAS EASY. SAW NO ONE BUT MY TWO COMPANIONS. HEARD TWO TYPES OF WOODPECKERS. GOT A SUNBURNED FACE, HOW RARE THIS WINTER-SPRING... 
Reviewed by Craig R on 1/2/2008 Hiked on a nice clear, cold day in January with snowshoes. Nice enough walk, but it didn't live up to the hype in my opinion. We snowshoed across the upper pond as it was frozen over, which gave us nice views of Mt. Osceola East Peak and the ice falls. Otherwise, nothing spectacular.
Reviewed by Sarah on 2/12/2007 I have cross-country skied on this trail more than 25 times. I have x-c skied on many trails in New Hampshire over the last 20 yrs and this is my most favorite trail of them all. Can't recommend it enough!!
Reviewed by Chris on 10/3/2006 We did this hike on snowshoes right after a snow fall. It was wonderfully quiet with just the sounds of running water and the snow under our feet. I would love to do this hike in the fall!
Reviewed by bob on 8/7/2006 THe Children and I enjoyed it brought a lunch and the color of the water was excellent. A blue I have never seen in NH water. Wear good shoes it is muddy and has great streams to cross. Thanks!
Reviewed by Andrew on 12/28/2005 I have a 7 lbs. Italian greyhoud who had a blast. The trail was relatively easy (I am a very unexperianced hiker)with only a few steep grades and stream crossings. The ponds at the top of the trail are breathtaking. Even my dog, who refuses to get himself wet at all, and will only go into water if forced, went for a swim with us (voluntarily)at the first pond. The fishing was also enjoyable and the pond is filled with trout. the second pond has a great little beach for resting before you head back. It is also the perfect place to have lunch. The second pond is very shallow and completely different from the first. All in all this is definately a hike worth taking. could be done in half a day, but take your time and spend the day. Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: New Hampshire Hiking, New Hampshire Trails, New Hampshire Hikes, Grafton County Hiking, Grafton County Trails, Grafton County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||