You may find yourself driving by the Franconia Notch State Park Tramway (Exit 34B), looking to the great slopes of Cannon Mountain to find, what looks like, black blobs. You look closer and wouldn’t you know it, those black blobs are moving! What you see are Black Bears foraging along the green grassy ski slopes. […]
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Where the Rose Tree Grows
Rhody-lovers all over New England watch Rhododendron State Park with hawk eyes, awaiting the “big bloom.” Mid-July is here, bringing with it the annual explosion of wild rhododendron flowers—or so we hope. Many travel for miles to see the spectacle. Some manage to catch it, others don’t. It’s not always easy to time a surefire […]
The Glamour of Pawtuckaway
When I found out that I would be spending the next 10 weeks living in a tent at the Pawtucaway State Park campground my heart skipped a few beats. How on earth was I going to survive 10 weeks of camping? 10 weeks of dirt, bugs, and no wifi? After I set up my campsite, […]
Greenfield: In Pursuit of Leisure, Find the Thrill of Wildlife
Boasting 252 campsites and three beaches, my first impression of Greenfield State Park was that it must be New Hampshire’s camping metropolis. It is a sprawling old park of over 400 acres, a popular family weekend destination. Come holiday weekends, this park, with its impressive size and accommodations can reach full occupancy, though it remains hospitable […]
Beautiful Bear Brook State Park!
If there’s one thing I’ve learned over the last few months here, it’s that whether you’re hiking, biking, or just hanging out by the pond, Bear Brook State Park sure is beautiful. The trails in the area lead you to some really glorious sights to see such as Bear Hill Pond. Sunsets on the pond […]
Franconia Notch: Welcome to the Wild
One of the first things you notice as you drive into Franconia Notch State Park is the massive amount of wildflowers covering the highway and hillsides. Wild Lupines flood the median that splits North and South Interstate 93, which cuts through the heart of Franconia. Mountains line the highways and in every direction you look […]
Mt. Major: A Family-Friendly Hike with Fanatic-Friendly Views
Located in Alton, just 7 miles south of Ellacoya State Park, a short hike up Mt. Major (1,785 feet) provides spectacular panoramic views of Lake Winnipesaukee. This hike leads up to Mt. Major State Forest which is in the Belknap Range. The loop described below is a perfect half-day hike whether you are 5 years old […]
Umbagog, Gift of the North
Before heading up here, the Great North Woods certainly had this far-away, almost mystical element to it, and finally stepping foot into it, I must say its not lost its mystique, not one bit. Mid-afternoon on an unusually windy Wednesday, I rounded the turn in to Umbagog Lake State Park. Known for its remote campsites […]
First impressions: White Lake State Park
When we move into a new space, we’re inclined to make our impression on it. We like to decorate— tack photos to the walls, arrange tchotchkes on the bookshelves. Once we’re comfortable, once it’s home, the new place then makes an impression on us. My first day at White Lake State Park was a scramble to […]
Ultimate Driving Guide through Franconia Notch State Park
This is meant to be the ultimate guide for all travelers passing through Franconia Notch State Park on I-93 South and I-93 North. This blog highlights the most popular attractions, my favorite places, and help ease the planning process of road trips. After all, you are on vacation! So, sit back, relax, and be inspired […]