PARKS

CHESTERFIELD

Pisgah State Park
Off Route 63, Chesterfield, NH
Telephone: 603-239-8153

13,500 acres of undeveloped wilderness offers visitors a chance to explore New Hampshire's outdoors. Trails for hiking and mountain biking are available, as well as hunting areas, and fishing areas. Wintertime offers cross-country ski trails and snowmobile trails.

FITZWILLIAM

Rhododendron State Park
Route 119, Fitzwilliam, NH
Telephone: 603-632-8862

Many people see rhododenron bushes in yards and on lawns every day and think nothing of it. However, the over 16 acres of wild rhododendron in this park have earned it a National Natural Landmark designation. Paths and trails offer great views of the plants and the mountains beyond the park. There is a picnic area and a historic cottage on the site as well.

GREENFIELD

Greenfield State Park
Route 136, Greenfield, NH
Telephone: 603-547-3497

A 401 acre park on Otter Lake offering a beach, swimming, picnic areas, canoeing, fishing, and hiking trails. Wintertime activities include cross-country skiing and snowmobiling. A public campground is available.

HILLSBOROUGH

Fox State Forest
1175 Center Road, Hillsborough, NH
Telephone: 603-464-3453

This forest features over 20 miles of trails for hiking, cross-country skiing, and snowmobiling.

JAFFREY

Monadnock State Park
Route 124, Jaffrey, NH
Telephone: 603-532-8862

Home to Mount Monadnock, which rises over 3100 feet, this park is among the most popular in New England with hikers and mountain climbers. There are over 40 miles of trails and a spectacular view of New Hampshire, Vermont and Massachusetts at the mountain's summit. Visitors will also enjoy the winter-time cross-country ski trails, and a public camping area is available all year long. The park also has a store.

PETERBOROUGH

Miller State Park
Route 101, Peterborough, NH
Telephone: 603-924-3672

This park is the namesake of General James Miller, who was a hero in the War of 1812. Here visitors will enjoy incredible views, hiking, walking trails, and picnic areas. Climbers can head for the summit of Pack Monadnock Mountain, and a scenic roadway also leads to the top.

Shieling State Forest
Peterborough, NH
Telephone: 603-271-3457

This small forest (45 acres) has been dedicated to the advancement of nature and conservation education. There are self-guided nature trails, a learning center, and a demonstration of woodlot management. Events are scheduled there throughout the year.