Greenleaf
This hut is perched at treeline on the shoulder of Mt. Lafayette. Nearby are the rocky Franconia Range
and spectacular ravines that cascade down into Franconia Notch. Sublime sunsets over the notch are a
beautiful finish to a day's hike.
Basics
sleeps 48 in 2 coed bunkrooms
self service May 15-June 1; full service June 5-Oct 11
self service includes access to kitchen facilities, mattresses and pillows
full service includes hearty dinner and breakfast, 3 wool blankets and pillow
resident staff available with trail information, weather reports, and to help you enjoy your stay
small retail store with safety items, snacks, souvenirs
informative displays and nightly education program
Level of Difficulty
One of the more challenging huts to get to because of the steep and rocky terrain. All trails
leading up Lafayette from the hut are extremely exposed and subject to high winds and quickly
changing weather conditions.
Best Features
Wonderful views
Central location for an outstanding loop hike along Franconia Ridge
Hut rests in the transition zone between forest below and tundra above, making for interesting
explorations
Pictures
a sunny winter day
Are we going soon
View from Eagle lake
