Barnstead, New Hampshire
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Top Hiking Spots in and near Barnstead
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Temple, New Hampshire
Hike the North & South Peaks of Pack Monadnock
5.08.3 mi / 2290 ft gainThis route will take you to both peaks and on most of the trails in this section of the park! Take the Wapack Trail (1.4 miles, rocky, challenging) to the summit of South Pack (2290') and climb the fire tower for some incredible views! On a clear day, you can see the Boston skyline. Then continue...Read more -
Thornton, New Hampshire
Hike the Lafayette-Lincoln Loop
2.35.2 miBegin at the Mt. Tecumseh trailhead. You will hike for 1.2 miles before your first vista. Continue from there another mile until you arrive at the junction with the Sosman Trail. Stay right and continue another 0.3 miles to reach the summit of Mt. Tecumseh. At just over 4,000' this peak offers in...Read more -
Conway, New Hampshire
Drive the Kancamagus Highway
4.834.5 miThe Kancamagus Highway is designated an American Scenic Byway. It cuts through the White Mountains of New Hampshire. The highest point along the drive is 3000 feet. It is known as one of the best fall viewing areas in the country. If your interested there is also several campgrounds along thi...Read more -
Albany, New Hampshire
Champney Falls - Bolles Chocura Loop
5.09.18 mi / 2904 ft gainChampney Falls - Bolles Chocura Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Lincoln, New Hampshire.Read more -
Waterville Valley, New Hampshire
Sabbaday Falls
4.70.7 mi / 171 ft gainThis awesome waterfall is located right off of the Kancamagus Highway (rt 112) that runs from Lincoln to North Conway, NH. The highway itself is a very scenic drive through the White Mountains that has pull off spots every couple of miles. From I93 take exit 32 for Lincoln. Drive straight throug...Read more -
Albany, New Hampshire
Rocky Gorge Scenic Area Loop
2 mi / 266 ft gainA beautiful area of the Kancamagus Highway, the Rocky Gorge section is home to rushing rapids and scenic lakes. When visiting in the fall the colors are amazing however be ready for traffic and more crowds. This location has a parking lot and walking trails along the river to multiple viewpoints.Read more -
Andover, Massachusetts
Haggetts Rail Trail to Haggetts Pond
5.02.08 mi / 16 ft gainHaggetts Rail Trail to Haggetts Pond is an out-and-back trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Lawrence, Massachusetts.Read more -
Thornton, New Hampshire
Hike Mount Tecumseh via Tripoli Road
6.2 mi / 2545 ft gainThis short hike starts out from the Tecumseh Trailhead parking lot along Tripoli Road at an elevation of 1,820 feet. The trail heads south from the parking area and almost immediately crosses a few brooks which may be difficult at high water. The first mile or so is a relatively gradual ascent. O...Read more -
Newbury, Massachusetts
Hellcat Dunes Loop
4.50.98 mi / 20 ft gainPark in the parking area off of Refuge Rd. Take the Dunes Trail, a boardwalk path for the ~1-mile loop. Enjoy the views from an observation deck on three-story-high dunes. This trail is accessible from April-October.Read more -
Lincoln, New Hampshire
Osceola Mountain via Greeley Pond
4.06.8 mi / 2677 ft gainStart out at the Greeley Pond trailhead off of the Kancamagus Highway. After 1.3 miles the trail splits--bear right to get onto the Mt. Osceola Trail. Continue 1.5 miles to the summit. This summit hike offers a different kind of reward. Views are limited from the peak of Mt. Osceoloa, which allow...Read more