This tour begins along the Peabody River at the foot of the Presidential Range. The trail (Nineteen Mile Brook Trail) climbs at moderate grades into Carter Notch. There is a busy AMC hut in the notch that with planning could serve an overnight tour. From the notch it may be best to pack your skis and boot the rest of the way, as the ridge is steeper than the Brook Trail below; this is a good time to be mindful of weather conditions as well as you’ll be exposed to the full force of any storm that comes through. From the summit you’ll be able to enjoy excellent views of Mt Washington; for the descent it may be easiest to boot a little way down the Carter Dome Trail until it widens up enough to make turns.