South Ridge Trail
Beech Mountain
Length: .8 mile from the intersection with the Valley tail to the Beech Mountain Summit
Difficulty Rating: Moderate
The South Ridge Trail travels through coniferous forest over mixed terrain including man-made steps, forest floor and small boulders. At approximately .4 mile in, the trail opens up, revealing views of Long Pond. At this point the trail becomes primarily granite ledges and sporadic short steep climbs which continue until the trail reaches the summit.