Presidential Rail Trail
You do not have to embark on a strenuous hike to enjoy the breathtaking beauty of the Presidential Range.
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Presidential Rail Trail Details
You do not have to embark on a strenuous hike to enjoy the breathtaking beauty of the Presidential Range. This 18-mile trail allows you to explore the area by bike while also giving you dramatic sweeping views up over Mount Washington. As you make your way from Whitefield to Gorham, you will pass ponds, cross over creeks, and even wind through residential neighborhoods. For the last 1.7-miles of the trip, you will cycle through downtown Gorham where you can visit the Gorham Historical Society and Railroad Museum and Moose Brook State Park.
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Nearby Parks Around Presidential Rail Trail
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Presidential Rail Trail
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2.4 mi away
Moose Brook State Park
Fishing, hiking, cycling, and camping are just a handful of outdoor sports you can do while visiting this breathtaking park.
5.2 mi away
The Carters
This hike is a fun full-day trip up one of the least explored mountains in the White Mountain National Forest.
7.2 mi away
Appalachian Trail Across the Presidential Range
Considered to be one of the greatest multi-day hikes in the state, this 23-mile journey takes you across the ten iconic mountain peaks of the Presidential Range.
7.2 mi away
Mount Washington
A drive to the 6,288-foot summit of New Hampshires tallest mountain is guaranteed to be a memorable trip for nature lovers and birdwatchers alike.
7.2 mi away
Mount Washington State Park
This park sits atop the highest mountain not just in New Hampshire but in the entire northeastern United States.
