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Monadnock Tourism and Sightseeing
Named after Mt. Monadnock, the second most climbed mountain in the world, the Monadnock region has picture perfect New England villages where you'll see white clapboard churches and manicured town greens.

Drive around rolling fields, horse farms, quaint town shops and see covered bridges, exploring at a leisurely pace. Outdoor recreation options are plentiful, as well as arts, antiques, and cultural interests. The scenery is breathtaking.


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Monadnock State Park
Monadnock State Park Top Attraction!
Recreation in Jaffrey, NH USA

Monadnock State Park is located in and around the 3,165-ft. Mount Monadnock. The park is surrounded by thousands of acres of protected highlands. In 1987, Mount Monadnock was designated a National Natural Landmark.


Annett Wayside Park
Annett Wayside Park
Recreation in Rindge, NH USA

Annett Wayside Park is part of the 1,494 acre Annett State Forest and is located near the Cathedral of the Pines National Shrine. It is a beautiful spot for picnicking. A 1/4 mile hiking trail offers a pleasant stroll to the edge of Black Reservoir.

Ashuelot Covered Bridge
Ashuelot Covered Bridge
Scenic in Winchester, NH USA

The Ashuelot covered bridge is considered by local historians to be one of New Hampshire's most elaborate covered bridges. The original purpose of the bridge was to transport wood across the river for use by the Ashuelot Railroad.

Barrett House
Barrett House things to do on a rainy day in Monadnock, NH
Historic Site in New Ipswich, NH USA

Barrett House, also known as Forest Hall, was built c. 1800 by Charles Barrett Sr. for his son Charles Jr. and daughter-in-law Martha Minot on the occasion of their marriage.

Carlton Bridge
Carlton Bridge
Scenic in Swanzey, NH USA

Town records indicate the original bridge at this site was constructed in 1789, however, the exact date has not been verified. The current bridge was built in 1869.


Chesterfield Gorge Natural Area
Chesterfield Gorge Natural Area
Recreation in Chesterfield, NH USA

Chesterfield Gorge Natural Area spans 13 acres. It offers great opportunities for hiking as you explore the footpaths along the gorge and enjoy the scenic views. Chesterfield Gorge Natural Area has picnicking and hiking. Leashed pets are allowed.

Coombs Covered Bridge
Coombs Covered Bridge
Scenic in Winchester, NH USA

The bridge was named after its original builder and owner, Anthony Coombs. The Coombs Bridge once played an important role in both the social and commercial development of the area.

County Covered Bridge
County Covered Bridge
Scenic in Hancock, NH USA

In 1852, a Long truss covered bridge was built on this site by Charles Gray of Hancock. In March 1936, a disastrous flood damaged the bridge beyond repair.

Franklin Pierce Homestead State Historic Site
Franklin Pierce Homestead State Historic Site
Historic Site in Hillsborough, NH USA

Franklin Pierce Homestead is operated by the Hillsborough Historical Society, is the boyhood home of America's fourteenth president and is a spacious and beautiful, federal style country home.


Frye's Measure Mill
Frye's Measure Mill things to do on a rainy day in Monadnock, NH
Tour in Wilton, NH USA

Welcome to Frye's Measure Mill. Now an historic landmark recently listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Frye's Measure Mill has been water powered since the 1850's.

Greenfield State Park
Greenfield State Park
Recreation in Greenfield, NH USA

Greenfield State Park has picnicking, swimming, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, a campground, showers, a trailer sanitary atation and parking.

Mariposa Museum
Mariposa Museum things to do on a rainy day in Monadnock, NH
Museum in Peterborough, NH USA

Located in the old historic Baptist Church building in downtown Peterborough, we are a hands-on museum of folk culture: folk art, textiles, costumes, art, puppets, toys and instruments from around the world.

Mcdermott Covered Bridge
Mcdermott Covered Bridge
Scenic in Alstead, NH USA

Three bridges previously stood on this site. They were built in 1790, 1814, and 1840 and were all of the pole and plank type. The current bridge, built in 1869, was of a type patented by Sanford Granger in 1833.

Miller State Park
Miller State Park
Recreation in Peterborough, NH USA

Miller State Park is located on the 2,290-foot summit and flank of Pack Monadnock in Peterborough and is the oldest state park in New Hampshire. A winding 1.

Pisgah State Park
Pisgah State Park
Recreation in Winchester, NH USA

Pisgah State Park includes over 13,300 acres of rough forested terrain, encompassing a complete watershed north of the Ashuelot River.

Rabbit Ridge Artisans at The Summit Winery
Rabbit Ridge Artisans at The Summit Winery things to do on a rainy day in Monadnock, NH
Shopping in Westmoreland, NH USA

artisans marketplace Rabbit Ridge Artisans at The Summit Winery Hop on over to Sip & Shop ~ Enjoy Wine Tastings & Handmade Gifts by Local Artisans Show Runs: Nov. 7th - Nov. 24 Marketplace hours: Thurs. 4:30-7pm, Sat. & Sun.

Rabbit Ridge Artisans at the Summit Winery
Rabbit Ridge Artisans at the Summit Winery things to do on a rainy day in Monadnock, NH
Shopping in Westmoreland, NH USA

Enjoy Wine Tastings & Handmade Gifts by Local Artisans Rabbit Ridge Artisans will be at the Summit Winery exhibiting local crafts. We invite you to hop o over to Sip & Shop. Enjoy Wine Tasting, Handmade Gifts, and Do-It-Yourself classes. We are offering a gift registry and thank you gift to patrons.

Rhododendron State Park
Rhododendron State Park
Recreation in Fitzwilliam, NH USA

Rhododendron State Park is named after the 16-acre grove of Rhododendron Maximum, which is the focal point of the park. A 0.

Sawyers Crossing Coverd Bridge
Sawyers Crossing Coverd Bridge
Scenic in Swanzey, NH USA

According to the History of Swanzey by Benjamin Read, this structure is also known by the name Cresson. The bridge was reconstructed in 1859 at a cost of $1,735.94. The event was celebrated with a big dance held right on the bridge.

Shasows Fall North film and discussion
Shasows Fall North film and discussion things to do on a rainy day in Monadnock, NH
Theatre in Keene, NH USA

Film and discussion. Friday, February 28, 2020.

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Best Time to Visit Monadnock


The best time to visit Monadnock, NH is in the fall and summer. Fall temperatures are cold with averages in the low 40's and highs in the low 50's. Nights are cold with lows in the low 30's. Summer temperatures are cool with averages in the low 60's and highs in the mid 70's. Summer nights are cool with lows in the low 50's.

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Monthly Temperatures in Monadnock


Month Low Avg High
January 9.3 19.6 29.9
February 10.4 21.5 32.5
March 20.6 31.4 42.1
April 31.5 42.7 53.9
May 42.5 54.6 66.7
June 51.2 62.6 73.9
July 56.4 67.6 78.7
August 54.4 65.3 76.1
September 46.6 57.5 68.3
October 35.1 46.4 57.7
November 26.7 36.2 45.7
December 15.9 25.3 34.7

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