Mount Head Trail
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| Difficulty | moderate |
| Trail Type | linear |
| Distance | 4.7 km |
| Estimated Time | 2 hrs one-way |
| Surface Type | forested, rocky |
| Elevation Change | 96 meters |
| Features | peak |
| Trail Markers | red squares |
| Scenery Rating | beautiful |
| Maintenance Rating | variable |
| Cell Reception | variable |
| Dog Friendly | on a leash |
| Fees | park entrance - cash only |
Description
The Mount Head Trail travels through the fir forest of the Mount Carleton Plateau, between the two main peaks in the park, Mount Carleton and Mount Sagamook. Descending into the plateau from Mount Sagamook is a bit of a scramble over large boulders. Other than that the trail is relatively flat. About half way across the plateau a side trail takes you to a short climb up to Mount Head Peak.
Mount Head Peak provides amazing views across to Mount Carleton Peak to the south, and to Bathurst Lake to the east. The trail is not used as much other trails in the park. The small fir trees grow quickly making it difficult to follow the trail trail in places. Pay attention to make sure you are always on the trail.
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Directions
For directions to the park go to the Mount Carleton Park page.
The main access points for the Mount Head Trail are the peak of Mount Sagamook or just below the peak of Mount Carleton. You can also access it from the top of the Bald Mountain Brook Trail or the Dry Brook Trail.
Trail Last Hiked: September 26, 2020.
Page Last Updated: November 28, 2020.