Posted in New Hampshire
May 17, 2017
The 11 Very Best Day Trips You Can Possibly Take In New Hampshire
In today’s busy day and age, it’s all too easy to get caught up in the daily grind and forget to experience all the best of what’s around us. Luckily enough, New Hampshire has plenty of great attractions that make perfect day trips. This summer, why don’t you resolve to step away from your responsibilities for a day and explore all that your state has to offer?
We’re aware that these uncertain times are limiting many aspects of life as we all practice social and physical distancing. While we’re continuing to feature destinations that make our state wonderful, we don’t expect or encourage you to go check them out immediately. We believe that supporting local attractions is important now more than ever and we hope our articles inspire your future adventures! And on that note, please nominate your favorite local business that could use some love right now: https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/nominate/
See one of New Hampshire's biggest ski slopes in a whole new way on this alpine slide. You'll travel nearly 3,000 feet at up to 25 miles per hour - but you control the speed, and it's not too scary for kids.
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Franconia Notch State Park truly has everything - from mountains, to a river, to a lake, to gorgeous waterfalls. There are plenty of easy trails and a remarkable number of sights to see.
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This picture perfect winery in Gilmanton is the perfect place to spend a day strolling through the vineyard and sampling some delicious wines.
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This incredible Cornish spot features beautiful sculptures and gardens. Don't forget to bring your camera when you explore.
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Whether you drive, hike, or take the railway up Mount Washington, the Observatory is worth a visit. A tour of the weather station will leave you in awe of the power of nature, and of course the views can't be beat.
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Much more than a farm, this remarkable place is more like a zoo. In addition to farm animals like cows and horses, you can get up close and personal with wolves and bears!
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Another ski slope that offers up plenty of surprises in the summer, Loon Mountain has a fantastic gondola ride that will give you incredible views and also give you a chance to explore hidden caves.
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This stunning gorge in Groton is the result of thousands of years of running water sculpting stone, and it's absolutely worth a visit.
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People come from far and wide to ride the Cog Railway - if you haven't done it yet, you need to add it to your New Hampshire bucket list. It truly is a unique and magical experience.
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This Hudson town park used to house a small zoo and amusement park. Now it's a much quieter place, but you can still see some of the old structures and animal enclosures. Keep an eye out for the live music performances they host.
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A list of day trips wouldn't be complete without some suggested towns to spend the day in. Of course, there are plenty to choose from in New Hampshire, but Jackson is a great place to start.
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This summer is the perfect time to make some new memories – so gather your family and pencil some day trips in on your calendar.
