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Beaches, Lakes & Rivers

Everyone Always Goes to Hampton Beach in New Hampshire: Go Here Instead

This hidden coastal gem offers everything you love about a New Hampshire beach day—without the packed boardwalk and busy crowds.

by Kim Falchek
on Jul 17
The colorful sunrise over the beach at Wallis Sands State Park in Rye, New Hampshire.
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Rattlesnake Mountain Sounds Scary, But It’s One of the Best Hikes in New Hampshire

by Raymond Goldfield
on Jul 15
A view of the surrounding mountains from a rocky overlook on Rattlesnake Mountain, New Hampshire.
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Visit the Hidden Gem Small Town Right Next Door to Rollins State Park

by Beth Copenhaver
on Jul 8
Panoramic mountain view as seen from Mt. Kearsarge in New Hampshire.
Nature

Take a Unique Adventure On New Hampshire’s Best Rail Trail

by Kim Falchek
on May 22
Bikers pedal along the New Hampshire Seacoast Greenway Rail Trail near Portsmouth, NH.
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The Small-Town State Park in New Hampshire Locals Want to Keep to Themselves

by Raymond Goldfield
on Apr 25
An overlook of Sunapee Lake from the top of Mount Sunapee in New Hampshire, covered in golden fall foliage.

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Hiking

3 Picture-Perfect Nature Trails in New Hampshire for a Spring Hike

These scenic New Hampshire trails come alive in spring with rushing waterfalls, amazing rock formations, and unforgettable views.

by Kim Falchek
on Apr 18
A waterfall cascades at the Lost River Gorge & Boulder Caves in North Woodstock, New Hampshire.
Nature
Beaches, Lakes & Rivers

Discover New Hampshire’s Hidden Islands That Feel Tropical

Islands in New Hampshire with Caribbean-like waters? Believe it or not, it feels like it every summer—and the weather is getting ready to welcome you.

by Raymond Goldfield
on Mar 28
An old-fashioned brick church atop a rocky hill on an island.
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Hiking

Don’t Try This One Hike in New Hampshire if You’re Afraid of Heights

The most extreme hike in New Hampshire challenges hikers with dizzying heights, boulder fields, and steep scrambles to Mount Washington’s summit.

by Jasmine Vieau
on Jan 28
A hiker stands on a rocky overlook with a wide view of the rugged White Mountains valley and ridge.
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Hiking

Find 5 Bucket-List-Level Views in New Hampshire Without Needing to Be an Expert Hiker

For bucket list views in New Hampshire without a hard hike, check out these five day-trip treks.

by Raymond Goldfield
on Jan 3
A vista of a mountain gorge covered in snow with the sun peeking through the clouds.
Nature
Hiking

This Scenic New Hampshire Trail Is Even Better in the Winter

Explore a New Hampshire trail near Lincoln that turns into a quiet winter escape with snowy woods, river views, and gentle terrain for all hikers.

by Jasmine Vieau
on Dec 6
Iced-over river with snow chunks and rugged mountain backdrop on the Serendipity Loop in White Mountain NF.