No View Farm

Parking is available in a lot off Route 2 alongside the Androscoggin River. Cross the street and walk through the cemetery to start the trail. From here, the trail begins to climb up to the ledges. There are spectacular views looking out at the Androscoggin River Valley, especially in the fall when the leaves are changing.

The trailhead sign is easily missed when driving on the S Rumford Road so keep an eye out for it set back a bit from the road. The path starts off on an old gravel road with a steady incline. About 2 miles into the trail there is a left turn at the Mount Zircon Trail sign to climb up a narrow footpath to the summit. The parking area is plowed in the winter but you may need equipment such as microspikes to do the trail in the winter. The views are expansive and the White Mountains can be...

The route climbs up the Starr Trail/Yellow Trail and then joins the Red/Orange Iles Trail for the final stretch to the summit and then takes this trail back down to the trailhead. From the rocky summit, there are views of the Mahoosuc Range, White Mountains, Androscoggin River valley, and Mexico Hills.

The Red/Orange Trail, also known as the Iles Trail, begins near the Ellis River and begins with a climb through the forest. A few creeks cross the stream for dogs to cool off in or to filter water in. The summit of Whitecap is made of rocky slabs and there are great views of the surrounding mountains.

Along the loop there are views of the surrounding mountains, including a partial view of Mount Abram Ski Area and views of the numerous nearby ponds. Some clear cutting in the area has opened up the viewshed near the parking area. The trail is well maintained but can be muddy in the spring and following recent rain.