Sanbornton, New Hampshire
Top Spots in and near Sanbornton
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Gilford, New Hampshire
Hike the Lockes Hill Trail
4.01.8 mi / 419 ft gainThis trail, beginning at a parking lot adjacent to the lake, leads to one of the best views of Lake Winnipesaukee. Although not very high in elevation, it is one of the tallest crests in the area, providing some of the best views, and the actual hike is not challenging in most conditions. Due to ...Read more -
Bristol, New Hampshire
Drive around Newfound Lake
As a kid, I spent many of my summer and winter vacations on Newfound Lake in New Hampshire and can say without a doubt that it is one of the first places to spark my love for the outdoors. If your'e heading up to the White Mountains in the winter time to ski/snowboard, a drive around Newfound Lak...Read more -
Concord, New Hampshire
Hike to the Oak Hill Fire Tower
4.03 mi / 500 ft gainClimbing to the Fire Tower on Oak Hill is a great urban adventure, short enough for a lunch break trail run or a morning hike with the family. The trail is primarily wooded, with a panoramic view from the Fire Tower for those brave enough to ascend it's wooden steps.Park at the well signed dirt l...Read more -
Alexandria, New Hampshire
High Cabin
5.04 mi / 1275 ft gainHigh Cabin, located in Cardigan State Forest, is owned and operated by the Appalachian Mountian Club (AMC). It was originally built in 1931 and since renovated in 2004. Renovations included a new roof, siding, bunk beds, a wood stove, and a composting toilet. It comes supplied with wood, bunks(st...Read more -
Orange, New Hampshire
Hike Cardigan Mountain via the West Ridge Trail
4.73 mi / 1200 ft gainCardigan Mountain is located in Cardigan Mountain State forest just outside of Canaan, New Hampshire. Just make sure to go to The Cardigan Mountain state park parking lot, via Cardigan Mountain Road and not the AMC Cardigan Lodge. The trail begins right from the parking lot where there is a port...Read more -
Newbury, New Hampshire
Hike to Lake Solitude, NH
4.04.8 mi / 2510 ft gainThe two most popular routes to Lake Solitude are the Newbury Trail and Andrew Brook Trail. The round-trip distance of the hikes are 4.8 miles and 3.8 miles. Both could be described as moderate in terms of difficulty. The Newbury trail is accessed from Lakeview Ave and Andrew Brook Trail can be a...Read more -
Thornton, New Hampshire
Hike the Welch Mountain and Dickey Mountain Loop
5.04.1 mi / 1807 ft gainThis is a very well-marked and traveled trail, marked with yellow blazes. Start off at the trailhead (easy parking, $3 fee) and be sure to go counter-clockwise for the best route. The beginning of the trail meanders along next to a babbling brook and through forested terrain. The climb gets stead...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 -
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 -
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 -
Woodstock, New Hampshire
Hike Mount Moosilauke via Gorge Brook Trail
4.87.4 mi / 2400 ft gainMount Moosilauke is a 4000 footer located in the White Mountain Range of New Hampshire. The summit peaks at 4,802 feet with a prominence of 2,933 feet.If you're new to exploring the White Mountain range this will definitely be a great introduction to what it can offer. The Gorge Brook Trail is th...Read more -
Bedford, New Hampshire
Pulpit Rock Conservation Area Loop
4.82.4 mi / 0 ft gainWe began our hike at Kennard Trailhead, which is easy to miss if you aren’t looking for it. The approximate GPS address is 596 New Boston Road, Bedford, NH, though in reality the parking area is about 0.2 miles west of the junction of New Boston Rd and Esther Drive.These trails are very well mai...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 -
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 -
Warren, New Hampshire
Hike the Mt. Moosilauke Glencliff Trail
5.07.1 mi / 2454 ft gainTo get to the trailhead, take the 25N, turn right onto High Street and continue along this road until it comes to an end. The Mt Moosiulauke Glencliff Trail takes you through seven miles of forest and mountain scenery. The trail features impressive vistas and eye-catching wildflowers, which might...Read more -
Lincoln, New Hampshire
Summit Mount Hancock and South Hancock
9.8 mi / 2220 ft gainThe Hancock trailhead is located at the infamous hairpin turn of the Kancamagus Highway in the White Mountains. The trail itself crosses the road and starts at 2000 feet of elevation on the Hancock Notch trail. It remains fairly flat for the first 3 miles of the trail. After 1.8 miles you will hi...Read more
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Camping and Lodging in Sanbornton
Hopkinton, New Hampshire
Elm Brook Park Rec Area
Overview
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Epsom, New Hampshire
Getaway Blake Brook
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Thornton, New Hampshire
Campton Campground
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Strafford, New Hampshire
Strafford / Lake Winnipesaukee South KOA Holiday
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Waterville Valley, New Hampshire
Waterville Campground
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Tamworth, New Hampshire
Chocorua KOA Holiday
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