Lakeside beaches in Monadnockarea offer forested beauty & blue water

Greenfield State Park

Route 136 Greenfield, NH 03047 Phone: 603-547-3497

Tucked away in this 400-acre park are ponds, bogs, and a forest that extends to the shore of undeveloped Otter Lake. The park offers opportunities to swim, fish, walk, canoe, camp, and picnic. Walking paths lead to ponds and other points of interest. A small park store offers refreshments and souvenirs. The park is open weekends only starting in late May, and then full-time from late June 24 to Labor Day. Call or check the Web site for exact opening and closing dates. Admission fee.

Swimming Holes

Swimming holes can be found in or near rock quarries, streams, gorges, and waterfalls. Most are pristine, uncrowded, and surrounded by beautiful woods and forests. For details, see the web site www.SwimmingHoles.info