This Unique New Hampshire Boardwalk Extends For A Quarter-Mile Right Over The Water Of A Pristine Glacial Lake
There is something magical about walking on water. Not literally, of course, but close enough. This unique boardwalk in New...
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This Historic New Hampshire Train Takes You On A Scenic Lakeside Journey While Serving A Gourmet Dinner
I have been on dinner trains before, and they are usually fine. The food is okay. The views are nice enough. But this historic...
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10 Massive New Hampshire Flea Markets Packed With Vintage Finds
I love the hunt. The feeling of walking into a huge building or field full of vendors, not knowing what you will find, hoping that today is the day you stumble onto something amazing.
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This Hauntingly Beautiful New Hampshire Island Fortress Tucks Centuries Of Epic Military History Right Into The Coastal Waves
You have to take a short walk across a stone breakwater to reach it. The waves crash on either side, and the salt spray hits your face.
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This No-Frills New Hampshire Hidden Gem Explodes With Old-School Comfort Food Flavor
I almost drove right past it. The building is small and plain, tucked into a corner of a parking lot that does not get much attention.
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10 Nostalgic New Hampshire Diners Where The Coffee Is Hot And The Pancakes Are Fluffy
There is a certain kind of diner that feels like home the moment you walk through the door. The coffee is always hot. The pancakes...
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10 Charming New Hampshire Ice Cream Stands With Huge Homemade Scoops
Summer in New Hampshire means many things. Long days at the lake. Hikes in the mountains. And ice cream.
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This Unreal New Hampshire Mountain Trail Explodes Into A Fairytale Sea Of Purple Flowers Every Summer
I have heard people talk about this trail for years, but I always assumed they were exaggerating. A sea of purple flowers? At...
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10 Haunted New Hampshire Historic Sites With Spine-Chilling Local Legends
I do not know if I believe in ghosts. But I know people in New Hampshire who do. And they have stories that will make the hair...
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This Hauntingly Beautiful New Hampshire Ghost Town Hides Abandoned Stone Cellars Deep Inside A Quiet State Forest
I have walked through a lot of forests in New Hampshire, but I have never walked through anything quite like this. Deep inside a quiet state forest, hidden by the trees, there...
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This Remote New Hampshire Forest Is Home To A Forgotten Graveyard Of Vintage 1930s Steam Trains
Deep in the woods of New Hampshire, far from any road or trail, there is a graveyard. But not for people. For trains. Vintage...
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10 Picture-Perfect New Hampshire Town Commons Guarding Historic Gazebos
There is something timeless about a town common with a gazebo at its center. The green grass, the old trees, the wooden structure where bands play on summer evenings.
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This Stunning New Hampshire Mountain Highway Offers Over 30 Miles Of Continuous Alpine Views
Some roads are just ways to get from one place to another. This New Hampshire mountain highway is not one of those roads. It...
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10 Century-Old New Hampshire Bookstores Perfect For Rainy Days
Rainy days in New Hampshire used to mean sitting at home watching old movies or staring out the window wishing the weather would clear. Then I discovered something better.
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This Hidden New Hampshire Nature Trail Winds Directly Over A Stunning Canyon Of Smoothly Carved Bedrock
I have hiked through a lot of canyons in New Hampshire, but I have never hiked directly over one. That is what makes this trail so unique.
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This Remote New Hampshire Summit Features A Historic Weather Observatory That Clocked Some Of The Fastest Winds On Earth
The wind up here is like nothing else I have ever experienced. It pushes against you constantly, making every step a small battle.
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This Legendary New Hampshire Mountain Parlor Stone-Grinds Its Own Flour For Indulgent Heirloom Pancakes
I did not know that flour could make that much of a difference in a pancake. But then I ate at this legendary New Hampshire mountain parlor, and now I understand.
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10 Secret New Hampshire Waterfalls Hidden Deep Inside The Woods
Everyone knows the famous waterfalls in New Hampshire. The ones with parking lots and boardwalks and crowds of tourists taking selfies.
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This Secret New Hampshire Spot Serves Outrageous Wood-Fired Pizza With Panoramic Mountain Views
I have eaten a lot of pizza in my life, but I have never eaten pizza quite like this. The crust is blistered and smoky from the wood fired oven.
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This Enchanting New Hampshire Restaurant Is A Farm-To-Table Eatery Overlooking A Historic Covered Bridge
I have eaten at farm to table restaurants before, but I have never eaten at one that looks out at a historic covered bridge. The setting alone is worth the trip to this New Hampshire...
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New Hampshire Locals Say This No-Frills Hidden Gem Serves The Best Comfort Food
I have learned over the years that the best restaurants are usually the ones that do not have to try very hard. No fancy lighting.
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This Legendary New Hampshire Submarine Is A Secret Cold War Time Capsule
Most people drive right past it without even noticing. The submarine sits on dry land now, pulled from the water and placed in a park in New Hampshire.
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This Iconic New Hampshire Restaurant Serves The Ultimate Turkey Dinner All Year Long
Most people only eat turkey dinner once a year, on a specific Thursday in November. The rest of the year, they settle for sandwiches and leftovers and vague memories of gravy.
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This Charming New Hampshire Storybook Farmhouse Serves A Cozy Seasonal Lunch In A Fairytale Setting
I have eaten lunch in some beautiful places over the years, but I have never eaten anywhere that felt quite like this. The farmhouse looks like something from a children's book,...
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10 Scenic New Hampshire Biking Trails Following Old Abandoned Railroads
I love a good mountain bike trail as much as anyone, but sometimes I just want a smooth, easy ride through beautiful scenery. That is exactly what you get on the old railroad trails...
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This Thrilling New Hampshire Mountain Road Drives You Straight Through The Clouds To The Highest Peak In The Northeast
The first time I drove this road, I was nervous. The second time, I was excited. The third time, I felt like I was driving to...
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10 Panoramic New Hampshire Fire Towers Offering 360-Degree Views
I have climbed a lot of mountains in New Hampshire, but some of the best views have come from places that required almost no climbing at all. The fire towers scattered across the...
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Forget Fancy Restaurants, New Hampshire Locals Say the Best Biscuits and Gravy Are Found Here
I have eaten biscuits and gravy at fancy restaurants with cloth napkins and artisanal pepper. I have eaten them at trendy brunch spots where the line goes out the door.
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This Gluten-Free Bakery In New Hampshire Makes Pastries So Flaky You Won’t Miss A Thing
I do not have to eat gluten free, but I know plenty of people who do. And almost all of them have told me the same sad story. Gluten...
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9 New Hampshire Factory Tours That Make For A Surprisingly Fun Day Trip
When someone says "factory tour," you probably think of boring walkways and dull explanations about machines you do not care about. That is not what these New Hampshire factory...
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This Nostalgic New Hampshire General Store Safely Guards A Mind-Boggling 112-Foot Guinness World Record Candy Counter
I thought I had seen every kind of record holder out there, but a 112 foot candy counter was a new one for me. This New Hampshire general store holds the Guinness World Record...
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Locals Say This Once Peaceful New Hampshire Lake Town Is Now Ruined By Tourists
I do not usually write negative articles about places in New Hampshire, but sometimes the truth needs to be told. I have been visiting this lake town for years, and I have watched...
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10 Historic New Hampshire Taverns Serving Hearty Colonial-Era Comfort Food
There is something special about eating a meal in a building that has been standing for over two hundred years. The wooden beams are thick and dark with age.
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10 Historic New Hampshire Castles And Stone Mansions Open To Visitors
When most people think of New Hampshire, they think of mountains and lakes and covered bridges. They do not usually think of castles.
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This New Hampshire Entertainment Hub That Lets You Enter For Free And Only Spend On The Games You Actually Enjoy
I am so tired of places that charge a cover fee just to walk through the door. You show up, pay twenty dollars before you have done anything, and then you still have to pay for...
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This New Hampshire Farm Where You Harvest Fresh Blueberries For $2.75 Per Pound
I have bought blueberries at the grocery store plenty of times, but I have never really thought about where they came from or who picked them. This New Hampshire farm changed that...
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10 Nostalgic New Hampshire Diners Serving The Best Homemade Pies
There is something about a slice of homemade pie that takes you right back to your grandmother's kitchen. The buttery crust, the warm filling, the way the whole thing smells like...
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This Vintage New Hampshire Arcade Museum Is A Gamer’s Paradise
Walking through the doors of this place felt like stepping back into a Saturday afternoon from my childhood, except nobody was asking me to give up my turn and all the machines...
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This Charming New Hampshire Diner Serves Nostalgic Comfort Food By The Plate
The moment I sat down at this diner in New Hampshire, I noticed that almost every plate coming out of the kitchen looked exactly like something my grandmother would have made....
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The Bizarre 2D-Themed Illusion Cafe In New Hampshire Where You Can Dine Inside A Real Vintage Steam Train
I have eaten in some strange places over the years, but nothing prepared me for this New Hampshire cafe. The concept is bizarre in the best possible way.
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10 Enchanting New Hampshire Lakeside Cafes Whispering Majestic Mountain Views Over Breakfast Plates
There is no better way to start a day in New Hampshire than with breakfast by the water. The lake is calm in the morning. The...
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This Small New Hampshire Town Is Quietly Known For Its Historic Charm, Legendary Pancake Parlors, And Road Trip Appeal
Some towns shout for your attention with billboards and big attractions. This small New Hampshire town does the opposite. It...
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This Breathtaking New Hampshire Lake Cruise Glides Through The Majestic Mountain Waters Filmed In Hollywood History
You have probably seen this lake before. Even if you have never been to New Hampshire. Hollywood came here decades ago to film...
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These 10 Fairy-Tale Towns in New Hampshire Belong on a Postcard
You know those towns that look so perfect you think they cannot possibly be real? New Hampshire is full of them. I have found...
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This Breathtaking New Hampshire River Boardwalk Tucks You Deep Inside Glacial Cave Tunnels
I have walked through a lot of beautiful places in New Hampshire, but I have never walked through anything quite like this. The boardwalk follows the river for a while, and the...
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This Century-Old New Hampshire Bookstore Is Perfect For Rainy Days
Rainy days in New Hampshire used to mean sitting at home watching old movies. Not anymore. I have found the perfect place to...
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10 Quirky New Hampshire Roadside Attractions Worth A Quick Detour
Road trips are great, but the best ones have a few unexpected stops along the way. I have driven thousands of miles across New Hampshire, and I have found ten quirky roadside attractions...
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10 Breathtaking New Hampshire Mountain Peaks Accessible By Car
I love a good hike as much as anyone, but sometimes I want the view without the work. New Hampshire is full of mountain peaks that you can drive right up to, and I have found ten...
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This New Hampshire Beach Is Gorgeous During The Day And Haunting After Sunset
I have been to this New Hampshire beach more times than I can count. During the day, it is everything you want in a coastal escape.
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10 Hidden New Hampshire Caves Worth Exploring This Summer
Summer in New Hampshire is wonderful, but the heat can be overwhelming sometimes. That is when I head underground. The state...
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This New Hampshire’s Adults-Friendly Spa Resort Features Soaking Pools and Endless Relaxation
I did not realize how much I needed a break until I arrived at this New Hampshire spa resort. The drive up was stressful, my mind was full of lists and worries, and I was already...
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10 Jaw-Dropping New Hampshire Mountain Trails Tucking Spectacular Waterfalls In The Woods
The best hikes in New Hampshire are the ones that surprise you. You are walking through the woods, listening to the birds and the wind, and then you hear it.
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New Hampshire’s Fabric Treasure Trove That Brings Makers Back Again And Again
If you sew or quilt or make anything with fabric, you already know how hard it is to find a great store. Most places have a small selection and high prices.
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10 Mind-Boggling New Hampshire Antique Barns Packed Full Of Hidden Treasures
I have spent countless weekends driving around New Hampshire in search of old things. Not junk, but real treasures hiding in plain sight.
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10 New Hampshire Towns Losing Residents Due To Record-High Property Taxes
I do not usually write about sad things, but this is a reality that people in New Hampshire are living with right now. Property taxes have gone up to record highs in many parts...
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This Exciting Go-Kart Track In New Hampshire Will Take You On A Thrilling Fun Ride
I forgot how much fun go-karts could be. The last time I drove one, I was probably twelve years old and my legs barely reached the pedals.
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This New Hampshire Town Is The Last Affordable Paradise With Homes Under $200,000
I check real estate listings sometimes, mostly just to torture myself with what I cannot afford. Prices seem absolutely insane everywhere you look these days.
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This 1.7-Mile Enchanted New Hampshire Trail Is Home To A Magical Village Of Miniature Fairy Houses
I heard about this place from a stranger. A guy at a gas station. He saw my out of state plates and asked where I was headed....
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10 Historic New Hampshire General Stores Guarding Century-Old Nostalgia And Penny Candy
I remember going to a general store as a kid, and the feeling of picking out penny candy from big glass jars has never left me. That feeling is getting harder to find these days,...
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This Iconic New Hampshire Mountain Tavern Is An Authentic Irish Escape Right Along The Highway
OYou would never expect to find an authentic Irish pub right off the highway in the middle of the New Hampshire mountains, but there it is, and it is the real deal. The owners...
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