| With the fall season starting to wind down, there's still time to experience the great outdoors in New Hampshire State Parks. During this beautiful time of year, state parks offer residents and visitors a chance to experience a variety of recreational pursuits while enjoying the natural beauty of the season. Trek along winding trails where fresh air, solitude, and amazing views are your companions. Glide along our lakes, ponds, and rivers in a canoe or kayak. Take advantage of camping during a less crowded time, and use your site as a base for hiking, hunting, or fishing. | |
| Campgrounds are open for reservable stays through Columbus Day weekend, with staff and facilities. (Make your reservations now for next season!) During the off season, state campgrounds that offer primitive camping with limited facilites are available on a first-come/first-served basis. The campgrounds have self-pay stations when staff is not available for camper registration. Campers can find campsites at Pawtuckaway State Park (through November 21, weather permitting) and Dry River Campground in Crawford Notch State Park (through December 15, weather permitting). For the softer side to camping, reserve a stay in one of our new cabins at Pawtuckaway, or experience one of our new yurts at Milan Hill State Park (available through mid-November, weather permitting). Both come fully furnished, and offer cozy shelter from the elements. A few of our campgrounds offer year-round camping opportunities, including Monadnock State Park, Lafayette Campground, and Cannon RV Park. Campers can make reservations at nhstateparks.org or by calling 1-877-647-2757 (1-877-nhparks). |  |
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Hiking is especially popular when the crisp autumn air and sunshine make walking and climbing a pleasure. State parks to visit span the entire state, including Bear Brook, Clough, and Northwood Meadows State Parks in the Merrimack Valley Region; Annett Wayside, Chesterfield Gorge, Greenfield, Miller, Monadnock (open year-round), Pisgah, and Rhododendron State Parks in the Monadnock Region; Dixville Notch, Lake Francis, Milan Hill, and Mollidgewock State Parks in the Great North Woods Region; Crawford Notch, Franconia Notch, Moose Brook, and Mt. Washington State Parks in the White Mountains Region; Cardigan, Wellington, and White Lake State Parks in the Lakes Region; and Gardner Memorial Wayside, Mt Sunapee, Pillsbury, Rollins, Wadleigh, and Winslow State Parks in the Dartmouth/Lake Sunapee Region. Remember to always practice responsible hiking; visit hikeSafe. While most of the parks are closed for the season, the park lands are always open for recreation. Please be reminded that no comfort stations are available and all items (including trash) must be carried out with you when you leave. Should an emergency arise during your visit, please call 911 for assistance. When planning a trip to a New Hampshire State Park, find all the information needed at nhstateparks.org. Included is the complete list of state parks with available amenities, directions, and much more. Your can also find any special information that might assist in a visit to a particular park. The cool air of the season makes fall an ideal time to explore a variety of recreational opportunities in New Hampshire State Parks. And the scenery may just take your breath away! | |
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