A couple hiking mountains near The Centennial Hotel

HIT THE TRAILS

Best Fall Hikes

Discover a variety of scenic fall hikes near our hotel, perfect for exploring the local landscape and escaping the crowds. From the easy trails and panoramic views at Winant Park in Concord to the stunning vistas and delicious cider doughnuts at Carter Hill Orchard, there’s something for everyone.

Ponies in Stone boat Farm near The Centennial Hotel

Stoneboat Farm Carriage Rides

Enjoy the beautiful scenery at Stoneboat Farm in Loudon, NH with a 1 hour horse-drawn carriage ride for up to 4 guests.

 

Riverside of Bear Brook State Park near The Centennial Hotel

Bear Brook State Park

Bear Brook State Park is one of New Hampshire’s largest state parks, boasting 10,000 acres of mountains, ponds, and marshes along with 40 miles of trails. Hikers can stroll along Bear Brook on the Bear Brook Trail or hike up to a scenic view on Catamount Hill.

 

River side view of Pawtuckaway State Park at Centennial Hotel

Pawtuckaway State Park

Pawtuckaway State Park is the perfect place to spend a day, weekend, or vacation with the family.  Abundant in wildlife and diverse in ecosystems, the park offers a range of scenery and recreational opportunities. In addition to Pawtuckaway Lake, there are countless smaller lakes, ponds, and marshland to explore, with trails that lead visitors through the forest.

 

Hill view from Rollins State Park near The Centennial Hotel

Rollins State Park

Located just outside of downtown Warner off I-89, Rollins State Park features hiking trails to the peak of Mt. Kearsarge. In the summer, a scenic roadway takes visitors to within a quarter mile of the summit, where there are excellent views of Vermont and Boston.

 

Landscape view of a river in ElmBrooke at The Centennial Hotel

Elm Brook Park

This large U.S. Army Corps of Engineers recreation area, which encompasses Elm Brook Lake, Drew Lake, Stumpfield Marsh and Stark Pond, offers great fishing, swimming, and hunting on Everett and Hopkinton lakes. Elm Brook Park also has four public picnic areas, making it perfect for an outdoor gathering.

 

A fountain in pond at White Park near The Centennial Hotel

White Park

Enjoy one of Concord’s best parks!  From Eastman Field to the Monkey Around Playground, White Park has everything a park-goer could want.  With oodles of groomed trails, this park is great for a classic “walk in the park.”  During the summertime, catch an evening baseball game or play a game of pick-up basketball under the lighted court.  White Park is home to the largest playground in Concord; the Monkey Around Playground.

 

Contoocook River Kayak Adventure

Contoocook River Kayak Adventure

Experience the New Hampshire outdoors afloat the Contoocook River in your very own kayak! After spending a relaxing night in one of our superior rooms, grab your snack pack prepared for 2, and head to the Contoocook River Canoe Co. to enjoy a day on the water! Launch at the beach and begin an easy 2 mile paddle up river to Daisy Beach located in Lehtinen Park, a 200 acre City of Concord Park- a great beach for swimming and picnicking, and there are many marked hiking trails! Package includes overnight accommodations, snack pack (prepared for two), and two 12' kayak rentals from the Contoocook River Canoe Co.  Some restrictions and blackout dates may apply.