New Hampshire White Mountains State Parks

Bedell Bridge State Park On NH Routes 10 & 25 Haverhill, NH 03765 603-323-2087	Bedell Bridge State Park, located along the Connecticut River, is 38 acres in size and a great place for picnicking, fishing, or boating. A Fish and Game boat launch is located within the park. Bedell Bridge State Park is open from early May to mid-October and is free to the public.
Crawford Notch State Park On US Route 302 Harts Location, NH 03812 Phone: 603-374-2272	This 5,775 acre park provides access to numerous hiking trails, waterfalls, fishing, wildlife viewing, and spectacular mountain views. Crawford Notch State Park is rich in history with the famous Willey House. There are picnicking areas, parking for hiking, scenic pull-offs, and a visitor information center with a park store. Dry River Campground offers 31 wooded sites, with flush toilets and showers. The park is open from mid-May to Columbus Day. The Dry River Campground in the park is open mid-May to mid-December. Dry River Campground offers a woodland setting, located in the heart of Crawford Notch State Park. Flush toilets and showers are located in the campground. Pets are welcomed in the camping area, but must be leashed and attended at all times. The 36-site campground includes 30 sites available by reservation, and 6 sites for first-come/first-served campers. Dry River Campground has flush toilets and showers. Reserved camping with full staffing and facilities will be available May 27 to October 10, 2005. Reservations for the campground are highly recommended, and may be made by calling the Reservation Office, Monday through Friday, from January through the end of the season. Campers interested in possible first-come/first-served camping on weekends only from May 6 to May 26 should call the park directly in early May for further information. After October 10, the campground is open with limited facilities until December 1st. Late fall campers should be aware that there is no running water in the campground during this time. Hiking trails in Crawford Notch State Park includes trails to Mounts Willard, Crawford, Carrigain and Isolation; Arethusa Falls; Ripley Falls and Nancy Pond; the Pond Loop Trail, Sam Wiley Trail.
Echo Lake State Park Off Route 302 Conway, NH 03818 Phone: 603-356-2672	Located in close proximity from the shopping strips of North Conway, Echo Lake is a great place to take the family for a swim and picnic. Amenities offered at the park include a bathhouse and picnic tables. A scenic trail around the lake provides great views of sheer, 700-foot Cathedral Ledge which towers over the lake. A mile-long auto road and hiking trails lead to the top of Cathedral Ledge where views across the Saco River Valley to the White Mountains can be enjoyed. Both Cathedral and nearby White Horse ledges are popular rock and ice climbing walls. Echo Lake State Park is open weekends and holidays only from late May; and daily from mid-June through Labor Day.
Eisenhower Memorial Wayside Park Route 302 Carroll, NH 03598 603-323-2087	This seven-acre memorial park, established in 1979 as a gift from the Bretton Woods Corporation, honors the late President Dwight D. Eisenhower. Views of the Presidential Range in the White Mountain National Forest are a short walk away. Eisenhower Memorial Wayside Park is open year-round but is unstaffed. It is free to the public. Picnic tables are available.
Forest Lake State Park Off NH Route 116 Dalton, NH 03598 Phone: 603-837-9150	Forest Lake State Park, one of the ten original state parks, was created in 1935. The park spans 397 acres and its 200-foot sandy beach lies on the shore of Forest Lake. Popular activities in the park include swimming, picnicking, mountain biking, fishing, and boating. Amenities include picnic tables, flush toilets, and a group use area and playground. The park is open mid-June to Labor Day.
Franconia Notch State Park Franconia/Lincoln, NH 603-745-8391 Lafayette Campground Reservations: 603-271-3628	Franconia Notch State Park, located in the heart of the popular White Mountain National Forest. It is a spectacular mountain pass traversed by a unique parkway which extends from the Flume Gorge at the south to Echo Lake at the north. For eight miles, I-93 winds between the high peaks of the Kinsman and Franconia mountain ranges. Franconia Notch was the home of the famous Old Man of the Mountain, the same "Great Stone Face" immortalized by Nathaniel Hawthorne and Daniel Webster. While you are here, stop at the Flume Gorge Visitor Center and walk through the renowned Flume Gorge, ride the exciting aerial tramway at Cannon Mountain, and visit the New England Ski Museum. Take your time, stop for a swim at Echo Lake, net a trout while fly fishing at Profile Lake, ride your bike on the Recreational Trail, watch for rock climbers, hawks, and falcons on Cannon Cliffs, or hike on the Appalachian Trail. Bring the family, stay awhile, and enjoy Franconia Notch State Park. The aerial tramway brings visitors to the 4,180' summit of Cannon Mountain in approximately eight minutes. On a clear day, visitors will enjoy views of the mountains of New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont, Canada, and New York. At the summit there are walking paths, an observation deck, cafeteria, and restrooms. Cannon is open daily from 9am to 5pm, opening for the season on Friday, May 27 and closing October 16, 2005. The camping and hiking hub of the Notch is centrally located in the Park at Lafayette Place. It provides a great base from which to enjoy hiking, biking, fishing, swimming, and many attractions in the White Mountains. Information about hiking trails, safety, and the natural and cultural history of the park is available at the cabin near the campground entrance. Hiking trails in the park include those to The Flume, Mounts Layfayette, Lincoln, Cannon, Liberty and Pemigewasset A lodge houses a registration desk and offers a selection of camping supplies. Each campsite is wooded and has a picnic table, car parking, and an open fireplace. There are coin-operated showers and a camp store. Lafayette Campground provides 97 wooded tent sites - 88 are by reservation only, 2 are for youth group reservations, and 7 are for first-come/first-served campers. Reserved camping with full staffing and facilities will be available weekends only starting May 27 until June 9, and then full time to October 10, 2005. Reservations for campsites may be made by calling the Reservation Office, Monday through Friday, from January through the end of the season. 603-823-9513
Lake Tarleton State Park Route 25C Piermont, NH 03779 603-323-2087	This 48-acre undeveloped park is easy to get to on Route 25C in Piermont. Lake Tarleton, at 315 acres, offers an unguarded swimming beach and opportunities for fishing and hunting in season. A N.H. Fish and Game boat launch is available less than a quarter mile from the park. Bring a blanket for picnicking in spectacular surroundings - the higher elevation of the park offers beautiful views of the White Mountain National Forest across the lake. The park is open year-round at no charge but is unstaffed. It is free to the public.
Moose Brook State Park Off Route 2, Jimtown Road Gorham, NH 03581 Phone: 603-466-3860	Located in the White Mountains Region, just north of the Presidential Range, Moose Brook State Park is in an area of unparalleled scenery and offers a variety of outdoor activities. The park is ideally located for fishing in the Peabody and Moose rivers. Moose Brook flows through the park, and after passing through a shallow warming pool, feeds the swimming area with cool, clear mountain water. Picnicking and swimming are enjoyed against the scenic mountain backdrop. The many trails in the park are great for exploring on foot or mountain bike.
Mount Washington State Park Route 302 Sargent's Purchase Phone: 603-466-3347	Mount Washington State Park, a 59-acre parcel perched on the summit of the Northeast's highest peak, is surrounded by the extensive 750,000-acre White Mountain National Forest. On a clear day, views from the 6,288-foot summit extend beyond New Hampshire as far as 130 miles to Vermont, New York, Massachusetts, Maine, Quebec, and the Atlantic Ocean. A modern summit building houses a cafeteria, restrooms, gift shops, the Mount Washington Observatory and its museum. The historic TipTop House is located adjacent to the summit building and is open to guests when staff is available. Admission to the Tip Top House is free. The operation schedule of the park is 8am - 8pm from early May to early October (weather permitting).
Androscoggin Wayside Park Route 16 Errol, NH 03579 603-323-2087	Androscoggin Wayside Park is located along the Androscoggin River and lies within the Thirteen Mile Woods. It is a scenic spot for picnicking and fishing, and a favorite for canoeing. The park is open year-round and is free to the public.
Beaver Brook Falls Wayside Off Route 145 Colebrook, NH 03576 603-538-6965	Beaver Brook Falls Wayside is 7.3 acres in size and is a popular place for hiking. The Park has a scenic picnic area with picnic tables and small picnic shelters. A group use area is also available. Beaver Brook Falls Wayside is open from mid-May to mid-October and is free to the public.
Coleman State Park Route 26, Little Diamond Pond Road Stewartstown, NH 03597 Phone: 603-237-5382 (In Season) 603-538-6707 (April-May & Oct-Dec) Campground information: Route 26, Little Diamond Pond Road Stewartstown, NH 03597 Phone: 603-237-5382 (In Season) 603-538-6707 (April-May & Oct-Dec) Reservations: 603-271-3628	Coleman State Park lies on the shore of Little Diamond Pond in Stewartstown, twelve miles east of Colebrook in New Hampshire's remote north country. The excellent trout fishing in Little Diamond Pond and nearby streams makes Coleman an excellent location for fishing enthusiasts. A boat launch is located within the park; small boats are permitted, but speed is restricted. It is also a good base for fall hunting. Other activities offered at the park include hiking, canoeing, snowmobiling, and cross country skiing. The park is the northern terminus of the Androscoggin Trail, a hiking path that extends 55 miles south to Berlin. The primitive campground at Coleman State Park offers 24 campsites, available by reservation only. Reserved camping with full staffing and facilities will be available from May 27 to October 10, 2005. Reservations for campsites may be made by calling the Reservation Office, Monday through Friday, from January through the end of the season. Campers interested in possible first-come/first-served camping from May 13 to May 26 should call the park directly in early May for further information. Many of the sites can accommodate most camping equipment including self-contained recreational vehicles with a maximum length of 35 feet; hook-ups are not available. Flush toilets, coin-operated showers, along with pit toilets, a playground, and a dump station are available. Late fall campers should be aware that there is no running water in the campground from mid-October for the remainder of the season.
Dixville Notch State Park On NH Route 26 Dixville, NH 03576 Phone: 603-538-6965	Dixville Notch State Park spans 127 acres. Within the park is a scenic gorge and waterfalls on two mountain brooks. Hiking trails lead to Table Rock and nearby mountains. The park is also a great spot for picnicking. Dixville Notch State Park is open year-round and is free to the public.
Lake Francis State Park 439 River Road Pittsburg, NH 03592 Phone: 603-538-6965	Lake Francis is a 2,000 acre lake in the Connecticut Lakes region of the Great North Woods. Hunters and anglers enjoy this park as a base for their respective activities. A boat launch is located in the day-use area of the park. Canoeists enjoy exploring the upper part of the Connecticut River. The park is open mid-May to mid-December. Late fall campers should be aware that there is no running water in the campground from mid-October for the remainder of the season. The Milan Hill State Park Campground (Route 16 Milan , NH 03588 Phone: 603-466-3860) is located near popular areas for fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and wildlife viewing. From this hilltop campground, and the fire tower located there, you can get a complete view of the mountain ranges in New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont, and Canada. The park, located ten miles north of Berlin, is open from June 20 to October 10, 2005. Reservations are not accepted; site availability is on a first-come/first-served basis. Campers interested in pre-season, first-come/first-served camping should call the Park Manager at nearby Moose Brook State Park Campground (603-466-3860) in mid-May for further information. The campground offers 10 campsites with flush toilets, showers, and a potable water source.
Mollidgewock State Park Route 16 Errol, NH 03579 Phone: 603-482-3373	Mollidgewock State Park lies along the shore of the Androscoggin River within Thirteen Mile Woods Scenic Area, approximately 28 miles north of Berlin and three miles south of Errol. The Androscoggin offers great canoeing and kayaking opportunities for both novice and expert paddlers. The area is a favorite of fishing enthusiasts and is popular for watching moose and other wildlife.
Nansen Wayside Park On NH Route 16 Milan, NH 03588 Phone: 603-323-2087	Located near the banks of the Androscoggin River, Nansen Wayside Park is a popular place for picnicking, fishing, and boating. The park spans 14 acres and is the site of the 170-foot steel-framed Nansen Ski Jump, seen towering over the area. Nansen Wayside Park is open year-round and is free to the public. A boat launch and pit toilets are available.
Umbagog Lake State Park Route 26 Cambridge, NH 03579 Phone: 603-482-7795	Umbagog Lake State Park is one of the newly acquired parks in the state system. The Division began managing the park in 1998. The park includes a base park campground with 35 sites with electrical and water hook-ups available, three cabins, and 34 remote campsites in isolated locations around Umbagog Lake accessible only by boat. The lake is 7,850 acres and has 60 miles of shoreline and is known for a pair of nesting eagles. Moose and deer are often spotted. The park offers a beach area for swimming, excellent fishing, wildlife viewing, and boating. Canoe, kayak, rowboat, and motor boat rentals are offered as well as transportation for remote site campers. A boat launch and fuel sales are available, as well as a park store. The lake has brook and brown trout, pickerel, salmon and yellow perch. The park has a total of 69 campsites: The lakeside base area of the campground has 35 sites, 2 of which are for first-come/first-served campers. There are hook-ups for water and electricity for RVs, as well as a dump station. Three cabins are also available in the base area for weekly and nightly rentals. There are 34 remote sites generally isolated in wooded areas and accessed by boat only. Each remote site has a fireplace, picnic table, and a primitive pit toilet. These campsites are carry in/carry out - there are no trash cans or trash pick-up. The park offers transportation to the remote sites for a fee. Reserved camping with full staffing and facilities will be available from May 27 to October 10, 2005. Reservations for campsites may be made by calling the Reservation Office, Monday through Friday, from January through the end of the season. Campers interested in possible first-come/first-served camping from May 13 to May 26 should call the park directly in early May for further information. Reservations: 603-271-3628