New Hampshire is full of amazing natural beauty. There are well-known attractions like the White Mountain National Forest, the seacoast, and the lakes. But have you ever heard of Pondicherry Wildlife Refuge? If you answered no, you’re missing out!
VisitNH/facebook This 6,405 acre reserve stretches over many towns, but is most easily accessed from Jefferson. In the shadow of the Presidential Range, Pondicherry Wildlife Refuge provides a unique wetland landscape that is less well-known but no less impressive.
Whitemountains_12/tripadvisor The refuge includes ponds, wetlands, and forest, as well as an amazing view of the White Mountains. The view is stunning year-round.
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NH Division of Forest and Lands The refuge is very popular with bird watchers. It is home to a huge variety of species. In 2004, the area was designated New Hampshire’s first Important Bird Area for its role in breeding and migration patterns.
US Fish and Wildlife Services/flickr The refuge is also home to rare and beautiful plants, including this purple pitcher plant.
Mark/flickr The area has five trails, which connect to other trails in the area including the Presidential Recreational Trail. One of the paths, the Mud Pond Trail, is wheel-chair accessible and only 0.6 miles long, meaning anyone can enjoy Pondicherry Wildlife Refuge.
NH Division of Forests and Lands The area became a national natural landmark in 1974.
NH Division of Forests and Lands The refuge looks perfect for kayaking or canoeing, but only if you’re willing to take your boat into the reserve, about 1.5 miles. Most people enjoy the reserve from land.
NH Division of Forests and Lands Which is just as beautiful.
NH Division of Forests and Lands To enjoy Pondicherry Wildlife Refuge, access the reserve from the parking spot on Airport Road in Jefferson. From there, trails will take you toward Cherry Pond, where you can take in the whole area.
Don’t forget the bug spray!
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This 6,405 acre reserve stretches over many towns, but is most easily accessed from Jefferson. In the shadow of the Presidential Range, Pondicherry Wildlife Refuge provides a unique wetland landscape that is less well-known but no less impressive.
Whitemountains_12/tripadvisor
The refuge includes ponds, wetlands, and forest, as well as an amazing view of the White Mountains. The view is stunning year-round.
12diana2016/tripadvisor
NH Division of Forest and Lands
The refuge is very popular with bird watchers. It is home to a huge variety of species. In 2004, the area was designated New Hampshire’s first Important Bird Area for its role in breeding and migration patterns.
US Fish and Wildlife Services/flickr
The refuge is also home to rare and beautiful plants, including this purple pitcher plant.
Mark/flickr
The area has five trails, which connect to other trails in the area including the Presidential Recreational Trail. One of the paths, the Mud Pond Trail, is wheel-chair accessible and only 0.6 miles long, meaning anyone can enjoy Pondicherry Wildlife Refuge.
NH Division of Forests and Lands
The area became a national natural landmark in 1974.
The refuge looks perfect for kayaking or canoeing, but only if you’re willing to take your boat into the reserve, about 1.5 miles. Most people enjoy the reserve from land.
Which is just as beautiful.
To enjoy Pondicherry Wildlife Refuge, access the reserve from the parking spot on Airport Road in Jefferson. From there, trails will take you toward Cherry Pond, where you can take in the whole area.
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