The Heald Tract Is A Hidden Pond Paradise In New Hampshire Worthy Of A Day Hike
By Ken MacGray|Published July 01, 2024
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Ken MacGray
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Hey! I'm a freelance writer and guidebook author. I've authored "New Hampshire's 52 With A View - A Hiker's Guide", serve as editor of Appalachian Mountain Club's "Southern New Hampshire Trail Guide", and and am co-editor of the "White Mountain Guide", also for AMC. I'm currently beginning work on the 6th Edition of AMC's Southern New Hampshire Trail Guide, which will be published in 2025. I live in southern New Hampshire and can usually be found wandering throughout the state's mountains and forests.
Imagine, like myself, that you enjoy hiking out to a scenic and attractive pond. Now imagine a place where you can not only visit multiple ponds but also an old orchard, vernal pools, beautiful forests, and more. That all sounds like a great day out to me! Spanning across four towns, the Heald Tract offers this kind of diversity as a great New Hampshire pond hike. It’s also a wonderful place to spot the local wildlife.
If you could only pick one New Hampshire pond hike, give this walk a try. I’m sure you won’t be disappointed! For more information about exploring the Heald Tract and to download a trail map, visit the Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests. Make sure you are also well prepared for a safe outing in the woods. Enjoy!