Pawtuckaway State Park

128 Mountain Road
Nottingham, NH 03290
Phone: 603-895-3031




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About Pawtuckaway State Park

Pawtuckaway State Park offers a variety of landscapes, with something to do and see for everyone. The park includes a large family beach on the lake. There are many opportunities for hiking, with trails leading to many special points of interest, including a mountaintop fire tower; an extensive marsh where beavers, deer, and great blue herons may be seen, and a geologically unique field where large boulders called glacial erratics were deposited when glacial ice melted near the end of the Ice Age. Pawtuckaway Trail Map

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Notice: Alcohol prohibited at Pawtuckaway State Park.

Operating Schedule

This park is always open for recreation. During the off-season the park is typically not staffed and comfort stations are not available.

The off-season poses unique risks inherent when participating in outdoor recreational activities. Please be aware that many State Park areas and trails are not staffed during the off-season, and day-use fees are not collected. Recreationists should possess the necessary knowledge, skill, and equipment to ensure their own safety. Users assume all risk while recreating in State Park lands.

Winter Recreation at Pawtuckaway State Park

The parking lot located at the main entrance is plowed all winter long and available for snowmobilers, snowshoers, nordic skiers and hikers wishing to access the trail system at Pawtuckaway. Enjoy a variety of terrain and the opportunity of observing winter wildlife near Burnham's Marsh. From the parking lot ski/snowmobile/snowshoe down the auto road leading to the beach and camping areas. About a half mile down the road is a junction for the Mountain Trail. Mountain trail leads to Round Pond Trail the summit of South Mountain as well as many other trails. Burnhams Marsh is another mile down the auto road. Keep going past Burnhams Marsh to explore the Horse Island Camping Area. The roads winding around Horse Island are perfect for skiers, snowshoers or snowmobiles. Use caution as trails are heavily used by snowmobiles. Pawtuckaway Trail Map

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See more pictures of Pawtuckaway Starte Park in Winter on our Facebook Page (Taken on February 3, 2011).

Camping at Pawtuckaway State Park

Pawtuckaway State Park Campground lines the shore of beautiful Pawtuckaway Lake. The 195 sites are wooded and many provide views of the lake. Each campsite has an open fireplace, picnic table, flat area for a tent, and a parking space. Running water, flush toilets, a camp store, boat launch, and canoe and kayak rentals are available. Coin-operated showers are accessible 24 hours a day. The campground is open for reservable stays from May 27th through September 30th, 2011. Reservations may be made online through ReserveAmerica or by calling ReserveAmerica at 1-877-647-2757. Reservations for organized youth group camping are required and should be made by calling the Concord Office at (603) 271-3556. Five cabins are available; each sleeps six people, has electricity, and includes a fire ring and picnic table. Pawtuckaway Campground Map

Planning an Outing?

Pawtuckaway State Park is a great location to hold a family reunion, corporate outing, wedding, and more. For more information, check out our Outings in State Parks page and see a complete listing and photos of all our State Park Pavilions and Group Use Areas.

Are pets allowed at Pawtuckaway State Park?

Pets are not permitted in the park. See the NH State Parks Pets Policy for more information.

Keep Your Parks Clean

Through the Carry-In/Carry-Out Program, you can help us keep your parks clean and beautiful by carrying out whatever you carry in. Thank you for your cooperation and remember to recycle.