This 1.5-Mile Trail In New Hampshire Leads To A Waterfall And A Swimming Hole
Hiking in New Hampshire is the best way to clear your head and get back to yourself. But not all hikes need to lead to self-improvement. Some can simply be enjoyed for the sake of having fun! These are the ones with fun features and destinations that offer things you won’t find anywhere else. If these are the outdoor endeavors for you, you’ll want to try this beauty of a trail!
Thompson Falls, located in the White Mountains, can be found on a 1.5-mile hike that makes for one of our favorite day trips.
The Thompson Falls Trail is extra-special because finding it requires a bit of investigation! The trailhead can be accessed at the base of Wildcat Mountain Ski Area in Gorham.
The trail was created in 2011 making the waterfall acccessible to those in search of it. It's hard to believe that before this time, it was just about hidden.
Today, it's still a bit hidden unless you know what you're looking for. Once you've arrived at the ski area's parking lot, make your way to the main building and the small staircase headed towards the river. At the river you’ll see the sign marking the start of the trail.
This is one of those spots that will remind you just how lucky you are to be here! Once you've enjoyed the waterfall, simply pack up and turn around to head back to the trailhead and the ski area parking lot. it's as simple as that!
The Thompson Falls Trail can be enjoyed all year long, but we like it best in the summer and fall. If you hate to leave the dogs at home you’ll especially love that they’re welcome to come along on this adventure. Just be sure to keep them on a leash. You can learn more about the route by checking out this page on alltrails.com.
Michelle has lived in many places, but counts Maine as one of the best. In addition to the smell of ocean water in the air on rainy days in Portland, she loves puppies, photography, funny people, the Maine Red Claws, traveling, fresh tomatoes, Cambodia and filling out forms. For questions, comments and inquiries please email: mstarin@onlyinyourstate.com.
