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National parks guide · Updated October 2026
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National Park Service sites in New Hampshire
There are two National Park Service sites in New Hampshire: a national scenic trail and a national historical park. Tap any of them to jump to its details.
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Appalachian National Scenic Trail
One of America’s most famous trails, the Appalachian National Scenic Trail stretches an incredible 2,197 miles and runs nearly the entire length of the eastern United States from Maine to Georgia. The trail was constructed by private citizens and completed in 1937, and today is maintained by several federal and state agencies as well as volunteer groups.
Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park
Saint-Gaudens (pronounced saint GAW-dunz) National Historical Park tells the story of American artist Augustus Saint-Gaudens as well as preserves his home along with many of his sculptures. The artist summered here starting in 1885 and lived here full time from 1900 until his death in 1907. A few of his most famous works are “Standing Lincoln”, and the design of the 1907 Twenty Dollar Gold Piece.
Visitors to the site can take guided and self-guided tours, enjoy short films about the artist and his works, hike the nature trails surrounding the property, and enjoy seasonal workshops, concerts, and activities. The park and Visitor Center are open from May to October seven days a week. The park was authorized by Congress in 1964, officially established on May 30, 1977, and redesignated Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park in 2019.
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NPS-affiliated sites in New Hampshire
These sites aren’t run by the National Park Service, but they’re part of the NPS family through national trails and heritage areas.
Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area
Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area is a federally designated National Heritage Area encompassing portions of northern Massachusetts and southern New Hampshire. The Heritage Area was designated in 2009 to recognize the region’s rich history, natural beauty, and the legacy of revolutionary ideas and was signed into law by President Barack Obama.
The Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area is home to a number of historic sites, including Minute Man National Historical Park, Walden Pond, and Fruitlands Museum. The Heritage Area is also home to a number of natural areas, including the Assabet River National Wildlife Refuge and the Great Brook Farm State Park.
Learn more about activities at Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area here.
Lamprey Wild and Scenic River
The Lamprey Wild and Scenic River was first designated in 1996 for its exceptional beauty and recreational value and included 11.5 miles flowing from the town of Epping to the confluence with the Piscassic River towards Durham-Newmarket. It was later expanded in 2000 to include another 12 miles of river for recreational use. The Lamprey River is one of seven river segments in New England to hold this designation.
Nashua, Squannacook, and Nissitissit Wild and Scenic Rivers
The Nashua River and its tributaries were designated in 2019 for their biodiversity, beauty, and recreational value. The Nashua River watershed encompasses 538 square miles and the designation includes 52.8 miles of river providing opportunities for paddling, fishing, and cultural and historical value.
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New Hampshire national parks questions
No. New Hampshire doesn’t have a national park, but it does have two National Park Service sites, including Appalachian National Scenic Trail and Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park.
There are two NPS sites in New Hampshire: a national scenic trail and a national historical park. Three more NPS-affiliated sites, like Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area, round out the list.
So far we’ve visited Appalachian National Scenic Trail.
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