East Peak (Oxford County)

The Mahoosuc Range from East Peak.

Physical Description:East Peak, also known as East Goose Eye, towers at a height of 3,794-feet, alongside neighboring Goose Eye Mountain. The mountain is part of the Mahoosuc Public Reserve Land, and the Appalachian Trail passes over it.
When it comes to views, East Peak is grand. The summit area includes a large bald rock that faces directly east. Views are also available to the north and south, and slightly restricted ones to the west. Goose Eye Mountain and Mt.Washington takes center stage, while the entire Pilot Range is visible, along with Old Speck and Mahoosuc Notch. The eastern ridge (Wright Trail) does offer views in every direction.
A swimming area known as "Frenchman's Hole" can be found on Bull Branch, close to the Wright Trail. It makes a great relief on a hot day.

Trail Overview & Camping:There are two main ways of accessing East Peak. The Wright Trail (4.5) approaches from the east, while Goose Eye Trail (3.3) also passes over Goose Eye Mountain. Wright Trail is much more scenic, yet longer.
There are official tentsites on Goose Eye Brook, halfway up Wright Trail. There are also multiple shelters and sites on the Appalachian Trail, which passes over the summit. This means overnight hikes are possible

History & Lists:The term "goose eye" is likely a corruption of the term "goose high" as it's been noted that geese fly just high enough to clear the summit. The peak is on no other lists, but Goose Eye Mountain is on New England 100 Highest.

GALLERY

Looking toward the Carter-Moriah Range and Mt.Washington.

Looking southwest, with Goose Eye Mountain to the right.

Looking northwest, toward Nash Stream Forest and the Pilot Range.

The sun setting from East Peak. 

What Can Be Seen...

Looking northwest.

Looking into Maine.

If East Peak interests you, then get climbing. If your doing the New England 100 Highest, and decide to climb Goose Eye Mountain, it is definitely worth the trip to East Peak.