It’s no secret that New Hampshire is filled with natural beauty. In the Granite State we rely on nature a lot – to feed us, employ us, give us thrills, and relax us. Here are some of the lesser-known spots in New Hampshire where the tranquil beauty of the state will relax your mind and body.

  1. Nuttings Beach, Bristol

Karina Yeznaian/flickr This gorgeous spot on the shores of Newfound Lake is breathtaking.

  1. Coliseum Falls, Harts Location

Selbe Lynn/flickr These gorgeous falls are less busy than their more popular cousins, and are the perfect spot for quiet reflection.

  1. White Mountains Overlook, Woodstock

Jaine/flickr This beautiful view along route NH118 is worth pulling over for.

  1. The Seacoast, North Hampton

Garret Voigt/flickr On the rocky shore of New Hampshire you can watch the tide and sift through the rocks for hours.

  1. Ossipee Lake Natural Area, Ossippee

Gracia Morrell/flickr This is a great spot to enjoy on land, and even better to enjoy by kayak.

  1. Lincoln Park, Nashua

Gary Lerude/flickr You don’t have to go far from the city to relax in nature. This spot along the Nashua river is perfect for a mini escape.

  1. Mink Brook Nature Preserve, Hanover

Sarunas Burdulis/flickr Doesn’t this picture just make you want to get out and explore?

  1. The Flume Gorge, Lincoln

Dave Lawler/flickr The green moss, tall trees and bubbling brook are sure to set your mind at ease.

  1. Waterfalls, Franconia Notch

Peter Rivera/flickr While you’re in Franconia Notch visiting the Flume, be sure to check out the nearby waterfalls.

  1. Knight’s Hill Nature Park, New London

Mwms1916/flickr The trails through the New Hampshire woods are the perfect spot to work your body and relax your mind.

  1. A snow-covered road.

Dylan O’Dowd/flickr When fresh snow has fallen and no cars are around, you’ll feel alone with your thoughts.

  1. Your local pond.

Liz west/flickr The lakes in New Hampshire are great, but still, quiet ponds are especially tranquil.

Where is your favorite place to relax in New Hampshire?

Karina Yeznaian/flickr

This gorgeous spot on the shores of Newfound Lake is breathtaking.

Selbe Lynn/flickr

These gorgeous falls are less busy than their more popular cousins, and are the perfect spot for quiet reflection.

Jaine/flickr

This beautiful view along route NH118 is worth pulling over for.

Garret Voigt/flickr

On the rocky shore of New Hampshire you can watch the tide and sift through the rocks for hours.

Gracia Morrell/flickr

This is a great spot to enjoy on land, and even better to enjoy by kayak.

Gary Lerude/flickr

You don’t have to go far from the city to relax in nature. This spot along the Nashua river is perfect for a mini escape.

Sarunas Burdulis/flickr

Doesn’t this picture just make you want to get out and explore?

Dave Lawler/flickr

The green moss, tall trees and bubbling brook are sure to set your mind at ease.

Peter Rivera/flickr

While you’re in Franconia Notch visiting the Flume, be sure to check out the nearby waterfalls.

Mwms1916/flickr

The trails through the New Hampshire woods are the perfect spot to work your body and relax your mind.

Dylan O’Dowd/flickr

When fresh snow has fallen and no cars are around, you’ll feel alone with your thoughts.

Liz west/flickr

The lakes in New Hampshire are great, but still, quiet ponds are especially tranquil.

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