If you are going here from Rte 3 or Rte 4, warning: DO NOT go through Quimby Rd between Salisbury and Kearsarge Mountain Rd. Last year I drove into this road per Google's route, only to find that this road was more like a trail. My tire went flat in the middle of a steep slope. There was no signal, no passer by, not even level ground, so I had to change the tire (first time in my life) on a dirt slope at dusk. I remember spending 10 minutes to find the jack... The surrounding scenery was great, but make sure you are hiking, not driving, on this road. I don't know if it's typical for Google to guide you to such road, so just be mindful and judge...
Read moreVisited in September 2023. Beautiful cool day. Went Lincoln Trail up. It was steep and rocky. Very challenging for beginner. Summit was 360 views with fire tower you can climb. My kids and husband enjoyed climbing it. The summit has a lot of space to relax and snack, enjoying the breeze and views. We took Rollins back down. It was more challenging than I thought with loose rock and a wet trail in spots. Hikers of all ages were on the trail- families, kids, seniors and dogs. Fun...
Read moreWe try to go here whenever in New Hampshire. What a beautiful park. The trails are clean and the flora and fauna is wonderful. If you go, make sure you go to the peak of Mt. Kearsarge. The view is so lovely. It's especially neat when you are looking down at the small planes that fly by occasionally. Bring a jacket, even in the summer, as it can be quite cool and windy at the top! There are trails of varying difficulty, so there's something for...
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