Pisgah State Park
Hinsdale, New Hampshire
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42°48'39.6"N 72°26'56.4"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | New Hampshire |
Swim
Bathing suits: Optional
- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Hinsdale, New Hampshire
- Head east on Brattleboro Rd toward Northfield Rd (118 ft)
- Continue onto Main St (0.3 mi)
- Continue onto NH-119 E/Canal StContinue to follow NH-119 E(1.3 mi)
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