The Alpine Garden Trail is a scenic hike that takes you through a rare alpine meadow on the east side of Mount Washington. The trail is 3.3 miles long and gains 744 feet of elevation, making it a moderate challenge for most hikers. The trail starts from Mount Washington Auto Road, which has a fee to access. You can enjoy views of the White Mountains and the Great Gulf and observe the delicate wildflowers that bloom in June. The trail is also popular for snowshoeing and running, but the weather can change quickly and the area is very exposed to wind and fog. Dogs are allowed on the trail but must be leashed at all times. 

The railhead is accessed seasonally from Mount Washington Auto Road just above the 6-mile mark across from the Wamsutta Trailhead. The road is only open to vehicle traffic when it is snow-free.

Mount Washington in New Hampshire is the highest peak in the Northeastern United States. It has an elevation of 6,288 feet and is part of the Presidential Range of the White Mountains. Mount Washington is known for its extreme weather and holds the record for the highest wind speed ever recorded on Earth, 231 miles per hour, in 1934. The mountain attracts many visitors who can reach the summit by hiking, driving, or riding a cog railway. Mount Washington also has a museum, an observatory, and a library that offers educational programs and resources about the mountain and its climate.

The AllTrails website has a description and map of a hike on the Alpine Garden Trail.