Cheshire County, New Hampshire
408 hiking & walking trails · 5parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 27 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Cheshire County, New Hampshire
Cheshire County is home to 408 mapped hiking trails and 5 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 27 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Cheshire County
Up to 205 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Cheshire County
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3 more cities in this county.
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Curated Guides for Cheshire County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Cheshire County, New Hampshire?
Yes — we have 408 mapped hiking and walking trails in Cheshire County, New Hampshire, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Cheshire County, New Hampshire for families?
Abandoned Railroad Grade near Harrisville is one of the best family picks in Cheshire County, New Hampshire — easy difficulty, short enough for kids and first-timers. See the full family hiking guide below for more options.
Is there a trail map for Cheshire County, New Hampshire?
Each of the 408 trails in Cheshire County, New Hampshire has its own page with an interactive map, GPS coordinates, and a link to view it on OpenStreetMap — no app or account needed.
What parks and recreation areas are in Cheshire County, New Hampshire?
Cheshire County, New Hampshire has 5 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index (2 classified as recreation areas). Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Cheshire County, New Hampshire?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Cheshire County, New Hampshire right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Cheshire County, New Hampshire?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across New Hampshire for more options beyond Cheshire County, New Hampshire.
Hiking guides for New Hampshire
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Cheshire County.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in New Hampshire, Ranked
New Hampshire's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: David MarcuNew Hampshire's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten New Hampshire trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Maddi BazzoccoThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in New Hampshire
Ten gentle, well-marked New Hampshire trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in New Hampshire
New Hampshire's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Diego LozanoThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in New Hampshire
Federal parks and recreation areas in New Hampshire ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Waterfall Hikes in New Hampshire: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
New Hampshire's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.