Isn’t It Time to Discover Your Something New?
10 ways to vacation in New Hampshire this fall
You have always found your fun off the beaten path. This year, live free with an autumn adventure to the Granite State, where you’ll find glorious foliage, peak experiences, and plenty of adventure. New Hampshire is happy to be back open for business at many of their tourist attractions, dining establishments, and lodging properties. They are ready to welcome visitors while using an abundance of caution to keep everyone as safe as possible. Some places may have restrictions or require reservations in advance, it’s always a good idea to do a little research before you travel.
Discover Your New
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Fall Foliage Is the Greatest Show on Earth
Take in the breathtaking scenery at your own pace with a leaf-peeping hike on any of the state’s dozens and dozens of trails. From heart-pumpers to more casual strolls, there are trails here for everyone, and they all offer spectacular fall views.
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Dinner and a Movie Under the Stars
With old-fashioned vibes and fresh air to spare, a night at the drive-in will fulfill your craving for the big screen. Check out the stars onscreen and off at the Northfield, Weirs, or Milford Drive-In Theaters.
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Retail Therapy Goes Alfresco
While away an afternoon on New Hampshire’s historic main streets lined with boutiques. Vendors and shop owners make outdoor and socially-distanced buying fashionable. Outdoor pubs, coffee shops, and restaurants are great places to refuel. Don’t forget about the tax-free shopping!
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New Hampshire Will a-MAZE You!
Enjoy the thrill of getting lost in one of the state’s intricate corn mazes. More than twisting pathways, they’re elaborate works of art. Amp it up with a romantic Flashlight Night Maze at Coppal House Farm in Lee.
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Match Your Good Mood With Great Food
After a day of adventure, you’ll find plenty of places offering outdoor dining or takeout for a picnic with a view. Dozens of wineries and breweries offer curbside pickup too.
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Indulge Your Inner Artist
There’s never been a better time to explore the creative pursuits you’ve had on hold. Grab a journal, canvas, or camera. Get outside and let the landscape inspire you.
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Take a Walk on the Wild Side
Plan a day of hiking through open meadows, mature forests, and marsh boardwalks on trails connected to the interactive natural exhibits of Squam Lakes Natural Science Center. Here, black bears, mountain lions, raptors, river otters, bobcats, and more make their homes.
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Find Bliss on the Open Road
Rev up your engines for an unforgettable drive, by car or motorcycle, through showstopping autumn scenery. Discover covered bridges, small towns, waterfalls, and towering mountains. Enjoy the freedom of riding with the wind in your hair with no timeline or itinerary.
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C’est Cheese!
Make a stop at one of the state’s creameries, dairy farms, or specialty cheese shops for the picnic of your dreams. With a growler of craft beer, a loaf of bread, and thou, you can create a memory to last a lifetime!
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New Hampshire Is Inter-ACTIVE
The state has outdoor activities for every season and every ability. From beginners to the most experienced experts, you’ll find exciting options that run the outdoor spectrum from hiking, biking, and canoeing, to kayaking, ATVing, and white-water rafting. You will even find some of the more, unique recreational options here, like zip lining and dogsledding!
New Hampshire - it’s a short drive away and offers so much. Whether it’s visiting America’s Stonehenge in the Merrimack Valley, picnicking at Beaver Brook Falls in the Great North Woods, or riding on the Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad in the Lakes Region, you will discover something new.
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