There are opportunities to go hiking, biking, swimming and canoeing. You can find out more by the following links:
Fort Dummer State Park
Fort Dummer State Park offers camping, nearby fishing opportunities, a large picnic area with shelters and hiking trails. From the junction of Interstate 91 (Exit 1, Brattleboro) and US 5, travel .10 mile north on US 5. Then travel .5 mile east on Fairground Road. Turn on Main Street / Old Guilford Road and travel 1 mile south.
Sweet Pond State Park
This walk around quiet Sweet Pond offers scenery and wildlife, suitable for young children. Take Rt. 5 south to the Guilford Country Take Rt. 5 south to the Guilford Country Store, turn right on Guilford Center Rd., bear left after village onto Sweet Pond Rd. Continue 2.5 miles, park is on the left.
Mt. Wantastiquet
This switchback Jeep trail to summit offers beautiful views of Brattleboro and surrounding area. Take Rt. 119 toward Hinsdale, N.H. Immediately after the second bridge over the Connecticut River turn left to parking area on your right.
Molly Stark State Park
Climb to the fire tower on Mt. Olga for a striking 100-mile view. Take Rt. 9 west to Marlboro. Park entrance is on the left 1 mile from Hogback Resort. Stop at ranger station for directions, day fee $1.50 adults, $1.00 children four and over.
The Appalachian Trail Level
The closest trail access is located on the Stratton-Arlington Rd. off Rt. 100. Take Rt. 30 to E. Jamaica and left on Rt. 100 approx. 7 miles to Stratton Rd. on right. Continue 4 miles to trailhead. Mt. Monadnock Level: Challenging Spectacular above-treeline hiking. Take Rt. 9 to Keene, N.H. and continue on Rt. 101 to Marlboro, N.H., then right on Rt. 124 to Jaffrey. Monadnock State Park is on the left. Fee $2.50, 11 and under free.
