Bear Brook State Park Title
Bear Brook, with over 10,000 acres, is the largest developed state park in New Hampshire. Located in the southeast region of the state, there is plenty to do and see for everyone. Hiking, biking, swimming and fishing are a few of the favorites. Forty miles of trails through the heavily forested park, leading to seldom visited marshes, bogs, summits and ponds, offer a variety of options for hikers, mountain bikers and equestrians. Canoe rentals are available Catamount Ponds.

Fly-fishing enthusiasts will be pleased to know Archery Pond welcomes their speciality and is universally accessible. Across the road from Archery Pond is a special little pond just for children under twelve to fish.

If archery is your sport you might already know that Bear Brook boasts two archery ranges. One 15-target range is maintained by the N.H. Fish and Game Department, plus an additional 4-target practice range that is universally accessible. (Bring your own archery equipment.)

Worried about no workouts or aerobics while on vacation? You can stay in shape by using the park's 1-1/4 mile, 20-station fitness course that is fun for the whole family.

The park is open weekends only starting Memorial Day weekend (May 24 - 26), then full-time from June 20 through September 1, 2008. Gates are open weekdays from 9:00am - 8:00pm, and Saturdays and Sundays from 8:00am - 8:00pm, weather permitting. Facilities close at 7:30pm. Please be advised that there are no lifeguards on duty for the season.

Admission is $4 for adults; $2 for children ages 6-11; children ages 5 and under and NH residents age 65 and over are admitted free.

Download Bear Brook Summer Hiking Trails Map.

Download Bear Brook Trails Guide.


Are pets allowed in Bear Brook State Park?
Leashed pets are permitted in the campground on the trails only, not in the day-use area. See NH State Parks Pets Policy for more information.

For information on beach advisories, please visit the State of New Hampshire, Department of Environmental Services website page on Beach Advisories.