Bear Brook State Park – August 13, 2011 If there’s a state park in New Hampshire that’s made for everyone it might be Bear Brook State Park. At 10,000 acres it’s certainly one of the bigger parks in the state and it’s home to a huge network of trails that are open for hiking, biking, and […]
Author: Daniel Wilkinson, New Hampshire State Parks Summer Intern
I love it here in New Hampshire. I’ve been visiting my entire life, but it wasn’t until I moved here to attend Plymouth State University that I realized just how much the New Hampshire State Parks could offer. Comprised of 92 different parks, waysides, historical sites, and recreational trails there is something for everyone to enjoy here. From hiking, camping, skiing, biking, boating, to picnics, sunbathing, and playgrounds it is easy for the whole the family to have fun in a New Hampshire State Park.
This summer, as a NH State Parks intern, I’ll be traveling around New Hampshire to give you a look at all the different experiences you can have inside the state parks. Using a camera, my hiking boots, kayak, and mountain bike I plan to explore as much as I can and report back to you. I’m excited to get out there, but I’m even more excited to share my adventures and motivate you to get outside and enjoy the New Hampshire State Parks.
Pillsbury State Park
Pillsbury State Park – August 11, 2011 Set around 10 different ponds and wetlands, and crisscrossed with a variety of trails, Pillsbury State Park is a paddler’s paradise. Spread out over the 7,280-acre park, 40 campsites provide easy access to the several trails and ponds that make up the park. For the more adventurous campers […]
Northwood Meadows State Park
Northwood Meadows State Park – August 4, 2011 Surrounded by a wide 5-mile loop, and intersected with smaller trails, Northwood Meadows is a great place to explore either by foot or by bike. Most of the trails lead to and around a small pond at the center of the park. The quiet and secluded pond […]
Lake Tarleton State Park
Lake Tarleton State Park – July 28, 2011 Sitting on the far western edge of the White Mountain National Forest, Lake Tarleton is a small alpine lake that enjoys spectacular views of the nearby mountains. A secluded sandy beach and a public boat ramp sit on opposite ends of the lake and make up the […]
The Bedell Bridge
Bedell Bridge State Historic Site – July 28, 2011 Rising above the water in the Connecticut River, right on the border of New Hampshire and Vermont, the ruins of the Bedell Bridge still stand commemorating what was once the second longest covered bridge in the United States. Destroyed by heavy winds in 1979, all that […]
Moose Brook State Park
Moose Brook State Park – July 21, 2011 Just outside of Gorham, NH, sitting right in between the Great North Woods and the White Mountains, Moose Brook State Park is set in the perfect location for summer camping adventures. Steeped in history, the park originally came to life as a headquarters for the Civilian […]
The Rhododendron Grove
Rhododendron State Park – July 18, 2011 Recognized as a National Natural Landmark, Rhododendron State Park is home to the largest grove of Rhododendron Maximum wildflowers in northern New England. Affectionately nicknamed “rhodies”, the wild rhododendrons are considered rare in New England, but somehow thrive living here at the northern most limit of their environmental […]
Franconia Notch
Franconia Notch State Park – July 15, 2011 The eight scenic miles along I-93 that make up Franconia Notch State Park are packed full of exciting adventures for visitors all year long. A variety of trails, scenic areas, historical sites, and natural wonders will make anyone’s visit a memorable one. Sitting beneath the imposing Kinsman […]
Sculptured Rocks
Sculptured Rocks Natural Area – July 11, 2011 At Sculptured Rocks Natural Area, tucked under the trees just above Newfound Lake, the Cockermouth Mouth river has been meticulously carving the granite bedrock into a steep and narrow gorge since the last ice age. Standing above the river you can look straight down into the huge […]
The Robert Frost Farm
The Robert Frost Historic Site – July 9, 2011 Set aside as a tribute to one of New England’s most famous poets, The Robert Frost Farm gives visitors a chance to explore the same property that served as an inspiration to many of the writer’s poems. Sitting right off the road, just outside of Derry, […]