This is one of the prettiest — and biggest — landmarks along the Northern Rail Trail, which runs along the railbed of the old Boston and Maine Railroad's Northern Line. The surface along this part of the trail is mostly crushed stone dust, which makes for an easy hike.

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Northern Rail Trail: Highland Lake to Potter Place

11.2km

02:53

40m

50m

Hike the 7.0-mile Northern Rail Trail from Highland Lake to Potter Place, a moderate route featuring lake views and historic bridges.

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Northern Rail Trail

95.3km

24:27

360m

460m

The Northern Rail Trail in New Hampshire is a 59.2-mile hike with 1175 feet of gain, offering diverse scenery and historical points.

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Northern Rail Trail

14.5km

03:47

100m

Hike the moderate 9.0-mile (14.5 km) Northern Rail Trail in New Hampshire, gaining 332 feet (101 meters) over about 3 hours and 47 minutes.

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Location: Merrimack County, New Hampshire, United States

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