The Taylor Saw Mill – July 9, 2011 Sitting in the Ballard State Forest, the 200 year-old, Taylor Sawmill Historic Site is not only a tribute to New Hampshire’s forestry heritage, but also a real live, working piece of history. Operating every 2nd and 4th Saturday from Memorial Day to Labor Day, the Taylor Sawmill […]
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.
Rollins State Park
Rollins State Park – July 1, 2011 At Rollins State Park, a 3- ½ mile auto road sets you up for a quick, but steep half-mile hike to the top of Mount Kearsarge. The tree-less summit features huge granite ledges, picnic tables, and a lookout tower that make for great views and an exciting alpine […]
Miller State Park
Miller State Park – June 28, 2011 Miller State Park offers both a series of hiking trails, as well as a paved auto-road to the summit of Pack Monadnock Mountain. Two trails and the windy mountain road guarantee that everyone will enjoy great views from the top, which can stretch to Boston’s skyscrapers on a […]
The Milan Hill Yurts
Milan Hill State Park Campground – June 24, 2011 Tucked into the Great North Woods, less than three miles off the Androscoggin River, the Milan Hill State Park campground makes a great base for enjoying all the great outdoor activities in the area. The campground offers both standard tent campsites as well as four yurts. […]
Mollidgewock State Park Campground
Mollidgewock State Park Campground – June 23, 2011 Laying alongside the Androscoggin River the Mollidgewock State Park Campground is a fishermen and paddlers paradise. The parks 44 campsites all enjoy immediate access to the Androscoggin River, and convenient spots to launch canoes and kayaks are scattered throughout the park. With picnic tables, running water, fireplaces, […]
Hampton Beach: Sailboats & Sandcastles
Hampton Beach State Park – June 19, 2011 With the annual Hampton Beach Catamaran Regatta and the kick-off of the 11th annual Sand Sculpting Competition it was quite the weekend to be at Hampton Beach State Park. Highlighted with warm sunny weather, both of the events were a hit for spectators all along the beach. […]
The Daniel Webster Birthplace
Daniel Webster Birthplace Historical Site – June 16, 2011 When planning a trip to the New Hampshire State Parks visiting a historic site is usually not the first thing that comes to mind. However the State Park System maintains 14 different historic sites that commemorate important locations around the state. The New Hampshire State […]
Exploring Clough State Park
Clough State Park – June 10, 2011 Whether you like to hike, bike, paddle or swim, Clough State Park is your place to explore. The park lies along the 150-acre Everett Lake that was formed in 1963 by the construction of the Everett Dam. The 900-foot sandy beach and picnic area is the centerpiece […]
The Cardigan Climb
Cardigan State Park – June 7, 2011 If you’re looking for a quick hike with a big reward then Cardigan State Park is for you. The 3,155-foot Mount Cardigan summit is a tree-less granite mountain scape with views that stretch across Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine. A healthy network of trails, maintained by the Cardigan Highlanders, offers […]
National Trails Day
AMC Volunteer Trail Work – June 4, 2011 Here in New Hampshire there are more than 4,000 miles of hiking trails. From climbing mountains and ravines to exploring thick forests to crossing streams, bogs, and wildflower fields, the New Hampshire trail system covers all types of terrain. Most of us take for granted the rock […]