10 Great Foliage Hikes (And Four Easy Walks)
You don't have to hike far or high to get views of our state in full color. Check out 10 of our favorite foliage hikes and four easy walks.
Author: Tom Long
Take the Plunge: NH Swimming Holes
Cool off this summer by taking a dip in a picturesque swimming hole. Here's a guide (with directions and a map) to some of the best spots in New Hampshire.
Guide to the Best Sledding Hills in NH
We have tips on finding the best hills, great sleds from the plastic to the high-tech, tubing parks and more.
Graveyard Fall Foliage Tour
This tour of historical and beautiful graveyards from around the state combines the spirit of the Halloween season with some of the best places to view fall foliage.
Ultimate Summer Festivals
There are summer fests galore in New Hampshire, but here are a few noteworthy ones no epic summer would be complete without.
Hard Cider Makes a Comeback
After a decline in popularity in the 20th century, old-fashioned favorite hard cider is making a comeback. Here's where to find it in the Granite State.
New Hampshire's Mini Golf Courses
The retro sport of mini golf thrives in the Granite State. When it comes to courses, we say, the kitschier, the better!
Far Out Bubbles is a Blast from the Past
A simple summer pleasure returns thanks to this Keene-based bubble business.
New Hampshire's Iconic Ice Cream Stands
Take a bite of some edible nostalgia.
Historic Summer Arts
New Hampshire lays claim to some truly outstanding and historic summer theater. Plus, take a once-in-a-lifetime artists' retreat to the gorgeous Appledore Island, which has an impressive artistic history of its own.
Aquatic Adventures – Surfing, Fishing, Scuba and More
Where to find surfing and scuba lessons, an idyllic lakeside fishing resort and beautiful waterfalls.
Take to the Air
Get airborne with hot air balloon rides, hang gliding and scenic flights over the Presidential Range.
Ultimate Trails and Tours
Don't just drive up Mount Washington - hike it. Or take a tour of our state's historic and iconic covered bridges, find the most beautiful swimming hole or attempt our tough section of the Appalachian Trail.
Collecting Political Buttons, Swag and Bling
Collecting NH primary paraphernalia turns 100.
Speakeasy Bars
Get a taste of the bootlegging days at these bars in New Hampshire.
Visit the La Salette Shrine Light Display
A trip to see the Christmas lights in Enfield is a family tradition.
Kitchen Kitsch
From now through Thanksgiving, a collection of Welch’s Grape Jelly glasses and Welch’s advertising art will be on display at the Woodman Museum in Dover.
The Hot Dog Stand Tradition is Alive in NH
Local hot dog stands are keeping a cheap eats tradition alive in New Hampshire.
How NH Created the Modern World
Here are more than 40 places to visit and things to do this summer (plus a few historical facts) that illustrate how New Hampshire created the modern world. Sort of.
A New Exhibit Brings You Back to the '70s
The Currier Museum’s current exhibit, “Still Life: 1970s Photorealism,” on display through May 3, doesn’t just celebrate this American art form, but also the decade in which it was conceived.
A Classy and Complete Guide to Yard Sales
The season is here, so get ready to tackle the tacky and chaotic world of putting your life on the line (and out on the folding table) just to clean out the garage and maybe earn enough money to buy the family some pizza.
Winter Fun on the Lakes
Our iconic summer destinations — the Lakes Region and Lake Winnipesaukee in particular — don’t just sit dormant during the winter, waiting silently for ice out to come alive once again. For those in the know, there’s much fun to be had on these frozen expanses.
Life for the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles began in Dover
Did you know that the idea fierce fighters was born in the Granite State?
Music Memorabilia at Thrifty's Second Hand Stuff
Thrifty's in Manchester is much more than a place to buy vintage vinyl - it's also a music venue and museum.
Guide to Extreme Summer Fun in New Hampshire
There’s extreme boxing, extreme sports and extreme workouts, even extreme couponing, so why not extreme summer fun? Here are some suggestions.
Concord's YoYo Heaven
The yo-yo's popularity is on the upswing. Find the yo-yo of your youth at YoYo Heaven in Concord.
Town Meeting and Other Relevant NH Government Relics
Some civic traditions are profound while others are ridiculous, and just like the folks who preserve them, they all have stories to tell.
NH Astrophotographer Christopher Georgia
This NH photographer shares some of his stunning work plus a few tips on capturing your own night sky images. We also list some prime places for sky viewing.
Waste Not with Rag Rugs
Chris Ruwell has seen a lot of changes in her 35-year career as a family and consumer science teacher. It’s no longer home economics and no longer just for girls. But Ruwell, 57, who teaches at Merrimack Valley Middle School…
Local NH Food for the Holidays
Fill your table and holiday parties with local food and drink all made right here in New Hampshire.
Hart's Turkey Farm's Vintage Turkey Plate Collection
Hart's Turkey Farm in Meredith, NH houses an impressive collection of more than 600 vintage turkey plates.
A Guide to New Hampshire's General Stores
General stores have changed with the times over the last 200 years. Some closed their doors, but dozens adapted to modern life — without losing their historical roots — and still thrive here in New Hampshire.
Guide to Exploring the Back Roads of New Hampshire
Life is a journey, not a destination, right? So unplug your GPS, meander and take a bypass around the heart of the city. We also offer a few offbeat attractions along the way.
Graffiti: Is It Art?
The controversial art form of graffiti is finally revealed as more than vandalism. Graffiti takes a talented artist.
Find Out What's Sexy About New Hampshire
Don’t laugh. We mean it.
Interview With Santa Claus
Santa Claus took a few moments out of his crazy busy schedule recently to give New Hampshire Magazine the inside scoop on the Santa behind the beard.
A Guide to Visiting Hampton Beach
Everything you need to know about staying at Hampton Beach.
Food Lovers' Guide: Farmstead Raw Milk & Cheeses
Whey to Go!
Food Lovers' Guide: Fresh Produce
Yes, please eat your vegetables.
Food Lovers' Guide: Local Markets
That's Special - Organic products are just one reason to shop at local markets.
Food Lovers' Guide: Local Meats
Meat Up: These Farmers are Home on the Range
Food Lover's Guide: Bread and Pasta
With the Grain: All the Pastabilities
Food Lovers' Guide: Herbs and Condiments
On the Side: A Cottage Industry
Food Lovers' Guide: Asian Specialty Markets
A World of Goods: Look East for Healthy Cuisine
Food Lovers' Guide: Fish
Fish Tales: From the Docks to You
An Insider's Guide to Winter Survival in the Granite State
We're all hearty New Englanders, there's no doubt about it. Whether you're a flinty lifelong Yankee or a flatlander from away, anyone who can survive the snowstorms and sub-zero temperatures of our darkest season has earned the title. But, let's be honest, while some of us celebrate the season of black ice and snow angels, others hunker down and endure it.
New Hampshire’s Most Haunted Places
Exploring New Hampshire's haunted places and people
The Zen of Foliage
Looking for inspiration for your poetry or writing? Look no further than New Hampshire's fall foliage.
A Brief History and Overview of Amoskeag Falls
Amoskeag Falls in Manchester once thundered so loudly it could be heard for miles in the spring when the Merrimack was engorged with snow melt from the White Mountains and the Lakes Region
Hannah Duston, Our Favorite Axe Murderer
Did you know that a statue of Duston in Haverhill, Mass., is reputed to be the first statue erected to a woman in this country.
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