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Explore New Hampshire Outdoors

New Hampshire offers 891 trails, 27 parks, and 375 campgrounds worth planning a trip around. The trail mix runs 196 easy, 305 moderate, 241 difficult, and 149 expert-rated, so the state holds something for casual walkers and seasoned alpinists alike. Routes range from under a mile to 170 miles, with the toughest climbs gaining 14836 feet. Public lands worth knowing here include Franconia Notch State Park, White Mountain National Forest, and Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park. Among the trails hikers return to: Cohos Trail, Northern Rail Trail, and Monadnock-Sunapee Greenway Trail.

Plan a day hike

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Find a weekend basecamp

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Book a campsite

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Parks Worth Exploring

From iconic public lands to lesser-known local favorites.

All parks in New Hampshire

Campgrounds in New Hampshire

Easy-to-compare options for tent, RV, and cabin stays.

All campgrounds in New Hampshire

More Popular Trails

Strong options people open most often when researching New Hampshire.

All trails in New Hampshire

Start Planning New Hampshire in 10 Minutes

Use this page as your launch point, then dive deeper with focused lists and details. We index 1,199 verified outdoor options across the state.

Explore New Hampshire by activity

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