Top Things to do in New Hampshire
Top Hotels in New Hampshire
- 1. The Glen House
- 2. Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown
- 3. White Mountain Hotel and Resort
- 4. Comfort Inn & Suites
- 5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Manchester
- 6. Ashworth by the Sea
- 7. Hampton Inn & Suites North Conway
- 8. Hampton Inn & Suites Tilton
- 9. Port Inn And Suites Portsmouth, Ascend Hotel Collection
- 10. Top Notch Inn
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The 9 Best Other Outdoor Activities in New Hampshire, United States
If you are looking for diversity, you will certainly find it in New Hampshire. From lakes to beaches, waterfalls to woods and mountains to sea coast, the state has huge potential for outdoor vacations, including downhill or cross-country skiing in winter. With no less than seventy-five state parks that offer natural areas, hiking trails, beaches and historic sites, New Hampshire caters for a variety of tastes. Crawford Notch State Park in Harts Location has picturesque waterfalls, wonderful mountain views and opportunities for viewing wildlife. You can go hiking and fishing there as well as pay a visit to the historic Willey House. Monadnock State Park, unlike some other state parks, is open all year round for hiking. Want to go swimming? You will find five state park beaches along the coast of New Hampshire, such as Wallis Sands with its view of the rocky Isles of Shoals. On North Hampton State Beach and Jenness Beach you can have a picnic as well as a swim. When you've finally had your fill of fresh air, head for the Museum of New Hampshire History in Concord with exhibits focusing on heritage and traditions; children should enjoy them just as much as adults.
Restaurants in New Hampshire
1. Keene Swampbats
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By H4508VRbarbarar - Keene, United States
The Swamp Bats play @ Alumni Field (@ the Keene High School). They are college students from all over the U.S. that play during their summer break (June, July, and the first week of August; there are usually 20-21 home games & about the same number of away games). Some of the players have made it to the Majors. There is active community support for the team, which has been in existence for 22 years. The team has won the New England Collegiate Baseball League title 5 times. There are field games for kids during the game and a mascot that interacts with attendees. Admission price is $5 (Sr discount available). There is a snack shop @ reasonable prices including fresh cut french fries. (NO alcohol allowed as it's on school property.)
2. Mount Lafayette
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 58 reviews
Reviewed By sanjeevrsharma - Boston, United States
On a weekend 8 or 9 am may not be early enough to get parking. Go prepared to offload everyone at the base and the take the car to exit 34c to park. Shuttle charges $5 per head (cash only) and makes frequent trips. Shuttle staff is very friendly ????
3. Mount Major
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 102 reviews
Reviewed By NMEAS55
I've been up Mt. Major twice now via the Boulder Loop trail and I love it. There's something for everyone, a little walking through the woods, a little climbing up rocks (nothing technical, or even close to it, just enough to convey the idea), a little winding over sun drenched rocks amid the blueberry bushes. There are wonderful views of the surrounding area and especially of Lake Winnipesaukee from the top.
4. Riding In The Clouds
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 20 reviews
Enjoy horseback riding through the historic wooded acres at the Castle In The Clouds beautiful mountaintop estate in Moultonborough, New Hampshire. Get away from the stress of life and relax with a quiet, peaceful, calm trail ride and bond with your horse. Our beautiful trail ride takes you through wooded trails, fields with amazing views of Lake Winnipesaukee and by Shannon Pond/Brook.
Reviewed By Navigate632504
Good time relaxing walking through woods on very well behaved horses staff friendly with kids informed on road conditions and you get thank your horse by giving them a treat
5. Ski Works
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 5 reviews
6. Red Jersey Cyclery
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 5 reviews
7. Scoot Me Now
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
8. Nashua YMCA
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 18 reviews
9. Mascoma River Greenway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By TeddyDove - Hanover, United States
The new "trail" is now open from near downtown to Glen Road. It is just over 2 miles end-to-end and mostly flat terrain. It is paved and in the winter they seem to plow one side and leave the other for cross country skiers. The trail is serene even though you walk over the interstate and behind major shopping centers on Route 4 and Miracle Mile. This will give you a new perspective on Lebanon. There is easy parking and trail access from Mascoma Street (two parking lots). The one to the west of railroad underpass (when you go from Mechanic Street to Mascoma Street... turn left) is at level with the trail. In terms of altitude change, it is downhill a bit as you go west. You might not notice this until you return from Glen Road. It is not too steep, but noticeable. There are benches along the way if you want to rest. I can hardly wait until they manage to connect this with the rail trail. Lebanon is planning to connect them with the Tunnel Project. This should happen within the next few years (work is starting Spring 2020). Plenty of kids, dogs, and friendly folks stretching their legs. A wonderful addition to the Upper Valley.
