Merrimack County, New Hampshire
1,016 hiking & walking trails · 6parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 39 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Merrimack County, New Hampshire
Merrimack County is home to 1,016 mapped hiking trails and 6 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 39 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Merrimack County
Up to 206 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Merrimack County
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15 more cities in this county.
Sample Parks in Merrimack County
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Curated Guides for Merrimack County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Merrimack County, New Hampshire?
Yes — we have 1,016 mapped hiking and walking trails in Merrimack County, New Hampshire, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the most difficult hiking trail in Merrimack County, New Hampshire?
Crescent View Trail near Bow is rated hard — the toughest classification among Merrimack County, New Hampshire's mapped trails.
What is the best hiking trail in Merrimack County, New Hampshire for families?
820 trail near Canterbury is one of the best family picks in Merrimack 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 Merrimack County, New Hampshire?
Each of the 1,016 trails in Merrimack 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 Merrimack County, New Hampshire?
Merrimack County, New Hampshire has 6 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index (4 classified as recreation areas). Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Merrimack County, New Hampshire?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Merrimack County, New Hampshire right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Merrimack County, New Hampshire?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across New Hampshire for more options beyond Merrimack County, New Hampshire.
Hiking guides for New Hampshire
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Merrimack 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.