Needing to unwind after hours of raking acorns, I headed over to Ellacoya State Park for a peaceful stroll on Lake Winnipesaukee. Set on the Southwest shores of NH’s biggest lake, the park is an idyllic spot for waterfront recreation. In mid-August I’ve often watched Timberman Triathletes swim, bike, and run here, dripping with sweat […]
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Sunset Picnic at Wellington State Park
Two weeks ago I asked YOU to suggest a park for me to visit. There were a lot of great ideas, which made for a hard decision, but in the end I decided to check out Wellington State Park. Thank you, Priscilla, for the recommendation you gave on Facebook: “Wellington State Park in Bristol…has everything. […]
Bear Brook State Park
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]