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Gerrish Depot – Winnepesaukee River loop from Franklin

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Merrimack County

Gerrish Depot – Winnepesaukee River loop from Franklin

Easy

4.8

(1952)

11,014

riders

Gerrish Depot – Winnepesaukee River loop from Franklin

01:43

26.8km

130m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 29, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

1

10.7 km

Gerrish Depot

Highlight • Parking

The Gerrish Depot is a nice parking spot near the New Hampshire State Nursery

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2

16.0 km

Northern Rail Trail (near Franklin)

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Once the railbed of the Boston and Maine Railroad's Northern Line, the Northern Rail Trail is now a lovely, unpaved multi-use trail. This section of the trail is mostly compacted …

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3

20.7 km

Northern Rail Trail (near Webster Lake)

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Once the railbed of the Boston and Maine Railroad's Northern Line, the Northern Rail Trail is now a lovely, unpaved multi-use trail. This section of the trail winds up alongside …

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4

25.5 km

Winnepesaukee River

Highlight • River

This river stretches for 10.5 miles and connects to Lake Winnipesaukee. The bridge at this point provides an elevated panoramic view of the waters, creating a perfect spot to take a break and enjoy the scenery.

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B

26.8 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

21.1 km

2.87 km

1.58 km

1.12 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

21.1 km

3.70 km

1.61 km

432 m

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Lowest point (80 m)

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