Over the last year or so, I've been exploring the largest of the New Hampshire state parks, Pisgah State Park, which spans 13,500 acres. Not only was I walking all the trails in the park as part of my duties as editor of the AMC Southern New Hampshire Trail Guide, but I was also working on the challenge of hiking every single trail in that same guidebook. I've since learned a lot about the park and its many hiking options, and a favorite has become the trip to remote Fullam Pond, which I did several months ago.
On a sunny day in August 2023, I took a long walk to Fullam Pond, which is situated almost in the center of Pisgah State Park.
Out of all the ponds at Pisgah State Park, Fullam Pond is one of the most remote to reach by foot. For me, that's part of its appeal.
One of the reasons I really like Pisgah State Park is its "wilderness-ey" feel, especially as you get further away from the trailheads on the periphery of the park.
I visited the park shortly after it had rained, which meant the juvenile reft efts were out. These young newts love wet conditions.
During my lunch break at Fullam Pond Dam, I shared my sitting spot with this critter, who I believe was enjoying the sun too. We kept an eye on each other.
Be sure to bring your waterproof boots, as the resident beavers have been hard at work out here and sections of trail may be flooded.
Since Pisgah State Park is so large, there are various ways to approach Fullam Pond. For more information and to download a trail map, visit the Pisgah State Park website and also consult the AMC Southern New Hampshire Trail Guide, which covers the park in detail.
Why not visit more New Hampshire state parks this year? Here are 15 of them to put on your must-see list.
https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/new-hampshire/best-state-parks-in-new-hampshire/
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