Are dogs allowed on Grafton Pond?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Grafton Pond but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Grafton Pond?

No, Grafton Pond does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Grafton Pond?

Grafton Pond is rated moderate. It is 3.4 miles long with 561 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

Status unknown — verify before visiting

We don't have current condition data for this trail. Check with the land manager before you go.

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ModerateLoop

New Hampshire

Grafton Pond

Grafton, New Hampshire

3.4 mi

Distance

561 ft

Elev. Gain

1h 15m

Est. Time

Loop

Route Type

Moderate

Difficulty

About This Trail

Grafton Pond is a 319-acre (1.3 km2) water body located in Grafton County in western New Hampshire, United States, in the town of Grafton. The pond is part of the Mascoma River watershed, flowing to the Connecticut River. Outflow from the pond travels through Bicknell Brook to Crystal Lake in Enfield, then north to the Mascoma River in West Canaan.

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:379 ft

Max:431 ft

171 ft

Trail Details

Dogs on leash

Route Type: Loop
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.