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Hiking Near Peterborough, New Hampshire

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Shorter Routes

These hikes keep it under 5 miles and climb less than 1,500 feet, making them ideal for quicker outings or lower-key days. Perfect for a morning stretch, a casual afternoon, or getting outside without committing to a big push. Don’t let the stats fool you — many still pack in great views and rewarding moments.

Pack Monadnock Loop

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Pack Monadnock Loop

Birding
moderate
2.61 mi
+899 ft
North Pack Monadnock Mountain via Wapack Trail

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North Pack Monadnock Mountain via Wapack Trail

Birding
strenuous
2.88 mi
+945 ft
Cathedral of the Pines

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Cathedral of the Pines

easy
3.93 mi
+389 ft
Rose Mountain, The Pinnalce, and Lyndeborough Mountain

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Rose Mountain, The Pinnalce, and Lyndeborough Mountain

moderate
4.32 mi
+736 ft
Converse Meadow Loop

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Converse Meadow Loop

easy
1.83 mi
+74 ft
Gap Mountain

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Gap Mountain

Fall Colors
moderate
2.41 mi
+700 ft
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Adventurous Routes

These routes go beyond 10 miles and are built for days when you want to cover more ground and push a little deeper. Expect longer distances, more effort, and bigger payoffs — whether that’s remote terrain, summit views, or a full-day challenge. Ideal for hikers looking to go farther and stay out longer.

Wapack and Back

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Wapack and Back

Birding
strenuous
41.05 mi
+9,225 ft
Monadnock - Sunapee Greenway

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Monadnock - Sunapee Greenway

Birding
strenuous
48.01 mi
+10,460 ft
Fox Forest Perimeter

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Fox Forest Perimeter

strenuous
10.07 mi
+1,464 ft
Ware River Rail Trail

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Ware River Rail Trail

Historical
moderate
12.87 mi
+297 ft
Northfield Mountain Trails

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Northfield Mountain Trails

Cave
strenuous
11 mi
+2,200 ft

Other Nearby Routes

Not finding what you're looking for? These additional nearby hikes offer more ways to get outside and explore the area. With a mix of lengths, difficulty levels, and terrain, you're likely to find something that fits your plans for the day. And remember, you can always use the onX Route Builder to create your own adventure from scratch.

Monadnock - East Peak Loop

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Monadnock - East Peak Loop

Birding
strenuous
5.19 mi
+1,923 ft
Crotched Moutnain Loop

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Crotched Moutnain Loop

strenuous
5.84 mi
+2,026 ft
Wapack Trail to Mount Watatic and Pratt Mountain

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Wapack Trail to Mount Watatic and Pratt Mountain

Views
strenuous
8.56 mi
+1,722 ft
Purgatory Falls Out-and-Back

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Purgatory Falls Out-and-Back

Birding
moderate
5.04 mi
+377 ft
Goose Pond and Drummer HIll

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Goose Pond and Drummer HIll

moderate
6.45 mi
+734 ft
Florence M. Tarr Sanctuary Loop

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Florence M. Tarr Sanctuary Loop

easy
5.32 mi
+469 ft