Hiking Near Hanover NH

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Learn about visiting New Hampshire
The Upper Valley is a beautiful, unique place. It’s full of natural beauty and open spaces. We want to help you explore it!
 
The following list of hikes and walks in the Upper Valley will take you on a journey. These are some of the most beautiful places in the region. The hikes chosen are for all ages and skill levels so that you and your family will enjoy them.
 
We hope that these hikes inspire you to get out there and explore this wonderful region!

Get out and explore these trails for hiking near Hanover, NH.

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Baum Conservation Area and Moose Mountain

A moderate walk on the wild side with a visit to an unusual historic feature and an option for the Read more...
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Behemoths of Balch Hill

The perfect quick and easy hike with the family. Difficulty: Easy Distance: 0.8 miles round trip Elevation gain: 160 feet Time: 0.5 hours Read more...
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Black Bear Loop

An easy to moderate hike on the northwest slope of Moose Mountain. Difficulty: Easy Distance: 1.05 miles round trip Elevation gain: 300 feet Read more...
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Brook/River/Garden Loop

An easy hike out and back along lower Mink Brook OR a challenging loop along the river to a neighborhood Read more...
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Camp Brook Valley Loop

An easy hike in the Balch Hill/Oak Hill neighborhood. Difficulty: Easy Distance: 2 miles Elevation gain: 270 feet Time: 1.25 hours Read more...
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Childs Farm Loop at Trescott Lands

A short, easy hike on a new trail at the Trescott Water Supply Lands Difficulty: Easy Distance: 1.4 miles Elevation gain: 180 feet Read more...
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Corey Road and the AT

An easy hike to hidden historic sites. Difficulty: Easy Distance: 2 miles round trip Elevation gain: 350 feet Time: 1.25 hours Read more...
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Fullington Farm and Old Highway 34

Do one or both – a gentle path along the river and a quick hike up a historic road. Difficulty: Easy Read more...
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General’s Trail

An easy loop hike on the side of Moose Mountain. Difficulty: Easy Distance: 2.3 miles round trip Elevation gain: 520 feet Time: 1.25 hours Read more...
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Hayes Farm Park and Audrey McCollum Trail

A short hike with a surprise around every bend. Difficulty: Easy Distance: 1.1 miles round trip Elevation gain: 150 feet Time: 1 hour Read more...
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Historic Wolfeboro Road West

An invigorating hike on Hanover’s most historic road, visiting three cellar holes and an unusual viewpoint. Difficulty: Medium Distance: 2.8 miles one Read more...
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Hudson Farm & the AT

A loop hike on the Hudson Farm trail and the Appalachian Trail. Difficulty: Easy Distance: 1.75 miles round trip Elevation gain: 150 feet Read more...
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Huntington Hill North Loop

A gentle hike in rural Hanover. Difficulty: Easy Distance: 1.3 miles round trip Elevation gain: 120 feet Time: 1 hour Read more...
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Kendal Riverfront Park and Rinker-Steele Natural Area

A nice loop near the Connecticut River. Difficulty: Easy Distance: 1.2-mile loop Elevation gain: 360 feet Time: 1 hour Read more...
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Mill Pond Forest and Dana Pastures

Two options for a gentle walk through excellent wildlife habitat, offering extraordinary views Difficulty: Easy Distance: 2 miles Elevation gain: 50 feet Time: 1 Read more...
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Mink Brook and Gile Hill

A loop hike through two vastly different worlds. Difficulty: Medium Distance: 2.1 miles Elevation gain: 220 feet Time: 1.5 hours Read more...
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Mink Brook and the Harris Trail

An easy loop in the Mink Brook Nature Preserve and Tanzi Tract close to downtown Difficulty: Easy Distance: 1.5 Elevation gain: 50 Time: .75 Read more...
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Mink Brook Nature Preserve Trails

Located off Brook Road, the Mink Brook Nature Preserve is a protected habitat for wildlife. It also offers a natural Read more...
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Moose Mountain Lodge and Ledges

A moderately easy hike with great views, a step back into Hanover ski history, and a visit to a rare Read more...
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Moose Mountain Ridge Loop

A moderately challenging mountain hike with an optional visit to an AT shelter. Difficulty: Medium Distance: 4 miles round trip Elevation gain: 1,050 Read more...
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New Trails and Old Names at Balch Hill

A pleasant ramble all around the hill. Difficulty: Easy Distance: 1.1-mile loop Elevation gain: 300 feet Time: 1 hour Read more...
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Oak Hill: Up, Down, Roundabout

An easy-moderate hike in an interesting landscape. Difficulty: Medium Distance: 3.0 miles round trip Elevation gain: 370 feet Time: 1.75 hours Read more...
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Old & New Etna Loop

An easy to moderate hike among impressive stone walls on the oldest and newest trails in town. Difficulty: Easy Distance: 4.5 Elevation Read more...
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Old Highway 38 & Hudson Farm

A loop hike close to town that feels far away. Difficulty: Easy Distance: 2.6 miles round trip Elevation gain: 180 feet Time: 1 hour Read more...
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Paine Road in the Trescott Lands

A gentle hike into history, close to Etna. Difficulty: Easy Distance: 2.0 miles round trip Elevation gain: 80 feet Time: 1 hour Read more...
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Rinker-Steele Natural Area

A walk to the bottom of Lake Hitchcock. Difficulty: Easy Distance: 2 miles round trip Elevation gain: 140 feet Time: 1.25 hours Read more...
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Shumway Forest and Tom Linnell Ridge Trail

A vigorous outing to some special spots on Moose Mountain. Difficulty: Medium Distance: 4 miles round trip Elevation gain: 1,130 feet Time: 3 hours Read more...
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Slade Brook and Huntington Hill

Beautiful brook and stunning views not far from town. Difficulty: Easy Distance: 2 miles round trip Elevation gain: 450 feet Time: 1.75 hours Read more...
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Slade Brook Watershed Trails

Difficulty: Easy Distance: 1.1 miles round trip Elevation gain: 250 feet Time: 0.75 hours Read more...
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South Esker

A gentle loop hike down by the river, close to town. Difficulty: Easy Distance: 1.0 miles round trip Elevation gain: 80 feet Time: 0.75 Read more...
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Storied Stones of the South Side

An easy loop in the Mink Brook Nature Preserve close to downtown. Difficulty: Easy Distance: 1.75 Elevation gain: 30 Time: 0.8 Read more...
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The Velvet Ledges of Greensboro Ridge

A quick but invigorating loop hike close to town. Difficulty: Medium Distance: 1.5 miles round trip Elevation gain:350 feet Time:1 hour Read more...
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The White Ledges of the Mayor-Niles Forest

A quick but invigorating mountain hike to a dramatic rock formation. Difficulty: Medium Distance: 1.1 miles round trip Elevation gain: 400 feet Time: 0.75 Read more...
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Trescott Trails: Knapp Road & Ascutney View

An easy and invigorating walk on historic roads, offering extraordinary views. This is the perfect hike for Mud Season when Read more...
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Trescott/Paine/AT Loop

An easy hike through the woods and bygone times of rural Etna. Difficulty: Easy Distance: 3.4-mile loop Elevation gain: 600 feet Time: 2 Read more...
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Tunis Brook Mill Lot

An easy hike to a hidden historic site. Difficulty: Easy Distance: 1.1 miles round trip Elevation gain: 60 feet Time: 1 hour Read more...
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Waterfalls of Slade Brook

An easy, mostly flat walk along a lovely stream. This is a good spring hike when the falls are often Read more...
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Wildflowers and Waterfalls

An easy loop in northwest Hanover. Difficulty: Easy Distance: 2.5 miles Elevation gain: 300 feet Time: 1.75 hours Read more...

More about Hanover, NH.

Looking for a beautiful, historic town to explore in New Hampshire? Hanover is the place to be. Located along the Connecticut River, this charming town is a destination for family vacations and outdoor adventure.
 
Visit Hanover to enjoy kayaking on the winding river or hiking through the Appalachian Trail. You’ll also find skiing in the snow-covered mountains of New Hampshire and more.
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Take a break from the daily grind. Get out and hike in NH!

Pack up the kids and explore the great outdoors on a wonderful family hiking trip in New Hampshire. Spend some quality time with your loved ones on a hiking adventure.

Explore the lakes, rivers, and mountains of New Hampshire. No matter your skill level, find a hike that’s right for you and your family to enjoy.

NHVI Staff Writers
Author: NHVI Staff Writers

2022-05-15T21:15:42+00:00Family Hikes|

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