The best parks & outdoor spots in Peterborough

3 parks & outdoor spots we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Mt. Watatic Trailhead

Parks & Outdoors

Mt. Watatic Trailhead packs a lot into 2 to 3 miles, with moderate climbs to a 1,832-foot summit and panoramas from Monadnock to Wachusett.…

ASHB-0029-00008 (Ashburnham)

“Mt. Watatic Trailhead packs a lot into 2 to 3 miles, with moderate climbs to a 1,832-foot summit and panoramas from Monadnock to Wachusett. Hit Mid State up, loop back via Nutting Hill, and in fall you might catch the hawk migration.”

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Woodmore Campground

Parks & Outdoors

Set on 23 scenic acres on Lake Contoocook in Rindge, Woodmore Campground nails the easy Monadnock reset with 125 sites, a pool, boat…

21 Woodmore Dr (Rindge)

“Set on 23 scenic acres on Lake Contoocook in Rindge, Woodmore Campground nails the easy Monadnock reset with 125 sites, a pool, boat rentals, a dock, fishing, playground, arcade, and a wiffle ball field. It’s pet friendly, with fire-rings and tables at every site, and zero fuss camping close to home.”

From the Peterborough newsletter, September 27, 2026

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Wapack Trail Northern Terminus

Parks & Outdoors

For an after-work climb or a full-on ridge ramble, Wapack Trail Northern Terminus taps you into a 21.5‑mile historic route from Mt. Watatic…

141 Mountain Rd

“5‑mile historic route from Mt. Watatic to North Pack Monadnock, lovingly maintained by Friends of the Wapack. Check their trail notices and maps, then pick your line.”

From the Peterborough newsletter, September 22, 2026

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