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7 Easy Spring Hikes in New Hampshire With Beautiful Views

Explore the best hikes in New Hampshire, offering a range of trails from easy family-friendly paths to challenging routes with stunning views.

Updated Mar 12, 2026

Written by 

Rachel Hastings

Spring is a beautiful time to hike — it's not too hot yet, the flowers are blooming, the birds are chirping, the days are longer, and we're all just so excited to be back outside without twelve layers of clothing. Of course, we're not all in hiking shape after months indoors, so we've compiled some hikes that are just plain gorgeous but not too strenuous. Time to take those boots out of storage and check out the best spring hikes in New Hampshire!

West Rattlesnake Mountain, Holderness

A scenic view of a lush green landscape with a winding river and distant hills under a clear blue sky.
Photo by Odessa Fraser-Lamphere via AllTrails

This hike is less than two miles round-trip, and it gives you absolutely stunning views of Squam Lake. It's rare to get this kind of reward for this little effort!

Mount Kearsarge, Warner

A scenic view of a rocky landscape surrounded by lush green trees and distant mountains under a clear blue sky.
Photo by Olivia B via AllTrails

The 2.5-mile trail that'll take you up and down Mount Kearsarge has the most amazing springtime blooms – you'll absolutely adore it. This whole area is surrounded by state parks that are filled with excellent hiking trails, so you might want to turn the day trip into a weekend adventure.

Mount Major, Alton Bay

A panoramic view of lush green forests and a lake dotted with islands under a cloudy sky.
Photo by Heather Rush via AllTrails

Another hike with stunning lake views, this one will take you to an amazing overlook of Lake Winnipesaukee on a loop that's just under four miles. The wildflowers on this trail are incredible and make it one of the best spring hikes in New Hampshire!

Lonesome Lake Trail, Lincoln

A serene lake surrounded by trees and mountains, with sunlight reflecting on the water's surface.
Photo by Lily McCabe via AllTrails

This trail, just over three miles, rewards you with stunning views of mountains and lakes – the reflections will amaze you. Read on to discover why Franconia Notch is the best state park in New Hampshire.

The Raymond Trail, Pack Monadnock, Peterborough

A serene sunset over a mountainous landscape, with trees silhouetted against a colorful sky.
Photo by Lacey Reynolds via AllTrails

This three-mile round-trip climb at Miller State Park is perfect for the whole family and offers gorgeous views of the neighboring Mt. Monadnock. This is one of the most beautiful hikes in New Hampshire.

Sugarloaf Mountain, Bethlehem

A scenic view of mountains under a blue sky with clouds, featuring large rocks and greenery in the foreground.
Photo courtesy of Mary Ann Benson via AllTrails

This three-mile out-and-back trail has wonderful views, and it's not typically too crowded. This is a great hike for families with dogs!

Arethusa Falls, Bartlett

A serene forest scene featuring a cascading waterfall over rocky terrain, surrounded by lush green trees.
Photo by John Best via AllTrails

Looking for a hike with an amazing reward at the end? How about hiking to see a stunning waterfall? It's just over 2.5 miles to get to and from the falls, and it's well worth the effort. It's the tallest waterfall in New Hampshire and the hike to get to it include some bonus waterfalls, too!

Have you been on any of these hikes? What trails do you think are among the best hikes in New Hampshire? Share this article with someone you want to tackle these spring hikes in New Hampshire with. And I suggest you download the AllTrails+ app before you head out on any of these New Hampshire hikes.

Feeling inspired? Try planning your own trip using Only In Your State’s itinerary planner. Read on to check out some of our favorite things to do in New Hampshire in the spring.

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