20 Hidden Gems You Must Visit in New Hampshire

New Hampshire and New England as a whole have countless places for tourists to visit.

Are you an avid hiker, camper, skier, or just a lover of the outdoors in general? You can visit the White Mountains. Do you love history or strolling through charming, quintessential New England towns? This writer encourages you to visit Portsmouth and experience all that this little coastal city has to offer. How about the beach? Whether you’re looking to sunbathe, surf, or stroll the boardwalk, we have it all. Honestly, we could go on and on about the things to do in the Granite State and the surrounding areas.

Countless websites, such as Attractions of America, offer their own take on the best things to do in New Hampshire, but the popular choices aren’t always the best — oftentimes, hidden gems can make just as much or even more of an impact than New Hampshire itself.

But where are these hidden gems, because they are just that – hidden?

I decided to ask the kind folks on Facebook and found out about some destinations and activities that locals consider hidden gems. Some are relatively popular, like Santa’s Village and the Mount Washington Cog Railway, while others were unknown to me before. Let’s take a look at some of the spots people suggested.