Granite Freedom Trek 2026

Description

Experience the White Mountains. Connect with Free Staters. Discover New Hampshire.

Spend a day exploring the best of New Hampshire with the people who call it home.

The Granite Freedom Trek is a signature Free State Project experience designed for prospective movers, visitors, and liberty-minded adventurers. Join us for a guided hike to the summit of Mount Pierce, one of New Hampshire’s iconic 4,000-foot peaks, followed by a private after-party at Basecamp Brewing in Lincoln.

Whether you’re visiting for the weekend or seriously considering a move, this is your opportunity to experience New Hampshire beyond the brochures. Hike with Free Staters, ask questions, make connections, and discover why thousands have chosen to build their lives in the Granite State.

Event Schedule

8:00 AM – Meet at the Mount Pierce Trailhead

8:15 AM sharp – Guided hike begins

1:30 PM – Return to trailhead (approximate)

2:00 PM – 5:00 PM – Private After-Party at Basecamp Brewing, Lincoln

Enjoy great food, local craft beer, and relaxed conversation with Free Staters from across New Hampshire. This is the perfect opportunity to ask questions about relocating, careers, schools, communities, and what life in the Free State is really like.

Summit Ticket

Early Bird Registration – $59
Available through August 30

Regular Registration – $69

*When adding ticket to cart you will select a shirt size. Please add each ticket to the cart individually with the desired shirt size for each participant*

Your Registration Includes:

* Guided Mount Pierce summit hike
* Exclusive Granite Freedom Trek commemorative T-shirt
* Catered lunch at the Basecamp after-party
* One complimentary craft beer
* Group photo
* Access to the private after-party and networking event
* Meet Free Staters and prospective movers from around the country

Hike Details

* Approximately 6 miles round trip
* Moderate difficulty
* Approximately 2,400 feet of elevation gain
* Stunning views of the Presidential Range

Trail Map: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/new-hampshire/mount-pierce-via-crawford-path

Who Should Attend?

* Prospective New Hampshire movers and outdoor enthusiasts
* Free State Project supporters
* Liberty families with hiking experience
* Anyone interested in experiencing New Hampshire’s unique culture and liberty community

Registration Information

Early Bird registration saves $10 and helps us finalize catering and T-shirt orders. Space is limited to ensure a great experience for everyone, and advance registration is required.

Come for the hike. Stay for the community. Leave with a better understanding of why New Hampshire is the home of the Free State Project.

Adventure. Community. Freedom.

 

Directions:

Saturday, October 17, 2026 – 8 AM sharp – Meet at Mount Pierce Trailhead

Where to Meet for the Hike: 8AM

Physical Address/Navigation Target: For mapping, you can set your destination to the AMC Highland Center at 1049 US-302, Carroll, NH. The main hiker parking lot and Crawford Connector Trailhead are directly on Mt. Clinton Road, just off Route 302.

From the junction of Routes 3 and 302 in Twin Mountain, drive 8.2 miles east on Route 302. Turn onto Mt. Clinton Road (which leaves Route 302); the main dirt parking lot is immediately on your left.

Where to Meet for the Beer: 2PM

Basecamp Brewing – private event

25 S Mountain Dr, Lincoln, NH 03251

Day of contact: olga@fsp.org

Lodging Information:

For those interested in staying for the weekend and exploring other parts of NH, Independence Inn is offering an amazing discount. Use “PorcDay20” to get the 20% Porcupine friends day discounts(Week discounts are 50% off). Breakfast/lunch is served 6:30AM – 1:30PM Thu-Sun. Make it a Porcupine Vacation! Visit NHIndependenceinn.com. Lodging before or after the hike is not included in the price of ticket.