Miller State Park

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13 Miller Park Road
Peterborough, NH 03458
Phone: 603-924-3672
Email: southregionparks@dncr.nh.gov
 

Activities and Amenities

Miller State Park is located on the 2,290-foot summit and flank of Pack Monadnock in Peterborough and is the oldest state park in New Hampshire. A winding 1.3-mile paved road leading to the scenic summit is open for visitors to drive. Three main hiking trails ascend Pack Monadnock to the summit. The best known is the Wapack Trail, which is a 21-mile footpath that extends from Mt. Watatic in Ashburnham, Massachusetts to North Pack Monadnock in Greenfield. It is believed Native Americans named the area's mountains, and that "pack" means little. On clear days views reach to Mount Washington, the skyscrapers of Boston, and the Vermont hills. 

Make a Reservation

Book your trip to Miller State Park: Visitors can make a reservation before arriving at the park as parking is limited (especially on nice weekends and holidays). Walk-in spaces are available for visitors on a first come/first-serve basis. Reservations can be made up to 30 days prior to arrival.

Hiking Reservations
Auto Road Reservations

Parks Plate & Season Pass: There are desiganted spaces set aside for plate/pass holders on a first-come/first-serve basis. Reservations are still encouraged in the event a park reaches capacity (requiring a $1 transaction fee).

NH Senior Citizens: To receive a discount at our per person fee locations, enter the number of NH Senior Citizens in the vehicle/occupant information section of the order details page, rather than the number of adults.

Utility Project

NH State Parks and Eversource recently worked together to rebuild the existing electrical infrastructure from Route 101 to the summit of Pack Monadnock. See our project page for more information.

Operating Schedule

Operating dates and times are weather dependent and subject to change without notice.  For up to date hours, please call the park directly. 
Fees Days/Hours
Adults: (12 and older) $4
Children: (6-11) $2
Open Daily: Starting October 11th - Monday - Friday, 9 am - 4 pm
Starting on October 17th - November 13th,  9 am - 4 pm
Season: 4/16/22 - closes 11/13/2022 
This park is always open for recreation unless closed or restricted by posting. During off hours and the off-season the park is typically not staffed, comfort stations may not be available and gates may be closed. The off-season poses unique risks inherent when participating in outdoor recreational activities. Recreationists should possess the necessary knowledge, skill, and equipment to ensure their own safety. Users assume all risk while recreating in State Park lands.
 
Notice: Drone Use is Restricted
Drone use is restricted at all NH State Parks. Drone operators are not permitted take off or land NH State Park boundaries.boundaries. 
Notice: Pets Must Be Leashed
Pets must be leashed at all times within the park. Leashed pets are permitted on the trails. See the NH State Parks Pets Policy for more information.

Fees

Admission is $4 for adults; $2 for children ages 6-11; children ages 5 and under and NH residents age 65 and over are admitted free. Season passes are available. When park is unstaffed during the season, please use Iron Ranger (self-serve paystation).

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.

Access for Persons with Disabilities

Visit our Accessibility for All webpage at www.nhstateparks.org/news-events/accessibility. For more information on specific accessibilty needs or questions, please contact the individual park office directly.