The New Hampshire Forest Trail That Holds A Long Forgotten Secret Of World War II

Not sure what to do when the weather is nice out? Feel like there are too many options? Before you get overwhelmed remember that while there are quite a few options for your outdoor adventures, each one is special and unique. That means you can choose your mood and head to the spot that fits! When you're in the mood to be outside and enjoy some history, you'll want to embark on this hike. It's beautiful and offers a glimpse into the past.

The Walker Brook trail is about 5 miles with a pretty hefty elevation of about 1,500 feet. The route is beautiful, but it's the history that lays along the way that we find most interesting about this trip.

On January 14, 1942 a B-18 fighter jet crashed right here in the woods and the remnants are still here to see.

It might be hard to believe but during World War II patrols looking out for German U-Boats flew over the coast of New Hampshire. On this snowy day in January, a blizzard pushed the plane off-course and into the White Mountains where it crashed.

Local residents heard the deafening sound and were able to rescue four of the six crew members.

Visiting is a great way to see a piece of history and to explore this beautiful area of the state. The first portion of the trail is relatively flat and easy to follow.

After crossing over the brook, things become a bit more challenging as the trail heads upwards.

Keep going and you'll eventually see the engines. They're massive and fascinating to see.

The wings are here too, ripped from the force of the fall.

You'll often see American flags here as others pay tribute along the way.

While challenging and not accessible for all, if you can make the trip it's a great one. The hike is beautiful and the history here is incredible.

The B18 Bomber Crash Site via the Walker Trail is considered difficult. This is in part due to the elevation gain of about 1,571 feet. You can learn more about the hike by checking out alltrails.com. It can be accessed year-round, but remember to take caution when the weather is snowy, icy or rainy. Terrain here can get slippery. Want to bring a furry friend along? No problem! Just be sure to keep them on a leash.

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