Granite State Rail Trail in New Hampshire State

Granite State Rail Trail

Traveling from the central city of Lebanon to the southern town of Salam, this lengthy 105-mile trail has plenty to offer in terms of fascinating sights.

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Granite State Rail Trail Details

Traveling from the central city of Lebanon to the southern town of Salam, this lengthy 105-mile trail has plenty to offer in terms of fascinating sights. Rivers, ponds, agricultural fields, lakes, and mountains paint the scenery along the way. The trail is broken down into two segments, with the 57-mile journey from Lebanon to Boscawen being the longest. There is a 14-mile gap between Manchester and Derry, although this will eventually be paved and joined to the rest of the route.

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Granite State Rail Trail

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2.7 mi away

Londonderry Rail Trail

Although this area was once the route for the Manchester and Lawrence Railroad, it is now a 4.5-mile trail through residential neighborhoods, marshy wetlands, and densely wooded forests, with ample opportunities to see turtles, birds, and other wildlife.

3.0 mi away

Derry Rail Trail

This fast-paced 4-mile trail retraces the former Derry Rail system from the 1800s.

4.9 mi away

Robert Frost Farm State Historic Site

This historic site was once the home of poet Robert Frost, who lived in the two-story home on-site from 1900 to 1911.

5.3 mi away

South Manchester Rail Trail

If you are commuting or traveling through Manchester and you want to avoid traffic, then grab your bike and cycle down this trail instead.

5.8 mi away

Smith's Ferry Heritage Park

You do not have to travel far out of the city to enjoy a bit of nature.