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This Family Friendly Waterpark In New Hampshire With Its Own Wave Pool Will Make Your Summer Epic

Water Country in Portsmouth, New Hampshire offers a variety of water attractions for all ages, making it a perfect family destination.

Published Jul 5, 2022

Written by 

Jessica Bohl

When you are looking for a fun way to spend a hot day with your family, a waterpark hits all the marks. It's the perfect way to cool down, have some thrills, and create memories with your family. Water Country in Portsmouth, New Hampshire is a great waterpark where visitors of all ages can have fun. Young visitors can climb and slide on a pirate ship or octopus, while the older, more daring visitors can zip down high speed waterslides. Check it out today!

Water Country is New England's largest waterpark. Located in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, it is a great place to spend the day having lots of water fun!

A sunny water park scene featuring slides, a lazy river, and visitors enjoying the attractions amidst greenery.
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Check out the giant wave pool, which is the largest in New England. With 700,000 gallons of water, there is lots of fun to be had!

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A crowded outdoor pool filled with people enjoying the water on a sunny day, surrounded by trees and umbrellas.
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Smaller visitors will appreciate the shallower waters of the Pirate's Pool and Lagoon. With a pirate ship, canons, and a volcano, kids will love this area.

A lively pool scene with children playing, a fountain, and a whale slide, surrounded by trees and a wooden fence.
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The Tahiti Tree House is another awesome play area for the younger visitors.

Colorful water play structure with slides, kids playing, and palm trees under a sunny sky.
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Teens and adults will get a thrill speeding down the Double Dive Boggan.

Two children slide down water slides surrounded by lush green trees on a sunny day.
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For a more intense water thrill, try Dr. Von Dark's Tunnel of Terror. Take a ride in this 2-person tube that descends into a twisting 40-foot plunge!

Two girls in a green inner tube slide down a water slide, splashed by water in a colorful, spiraling tunnel.
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Whether you have little ones who will want modest slides and lots of splash pads, or older kiddos who want the thrill of the fast water slide, there is something for everyone at Water Country. The whole family can enjoy the enormous wave pool and you will be sure to leave with so many fun memories. So what are you waiting for? Start planning your trip by learning more about Water Country.

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Ride a Christmas Train, Then Stay in a Christmas Tree Farm for a Holly Jolly New Hampshire Adventure

Discover the charm of New Hampshire in winter with a scenic train ride on the Conway Scenic Railroad and a cozy stay at the Christmas Farm Inn and Spa in Jackson.

Updated Oct 22, 2024

Written by 

Ken MacGray

Winter in New Hampshire can be a magical time with the beautiful snow-draped mountain ranges and quaint villages. The holiday season brings an extra level of charm. If you like to take in the scenery and also relax in a cozy setting, this trip offers up the opportunity for both.

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First up on our seasonal itinerary is a trip on the unforgettable Conway Scenic Railroad's Santa Holiday Express. It's one of the most iconic train rides in New Hampshire, and the Christmas Train is a not-to-be-missed experience.

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The fun-filled, family-friendly excursion begins in Conway at the historic North Conway Station, built in 1874. The Conway Scenic Railroad's Santa Holiday Express is the perfect seasonal journey for all ages. This 11-mile, hour-and-a-half ride travels along the former Conway Branch of the Boston & Maine Railroad. Every child gets a goodie bag with cookies and milk, and everyone can join in for a fun treasure hunt along the way. Kids will also have the excitement of seeing Santa arrive by train! Let's just say you'll want to have your camera ready to snap all of these cherished memories.

For more information and to book your seats on the ride, visit the Conway Scenic Railroad online.

After an unforgettable Christmas Train in New Hampshire, we're headed straight for another magical destination: the Christmas Farm Inn & Spa in Jackson, NH. From Conway, it's a short drive north to the picturesque village of Jackson, well known for its quaint shops, dining, and skiing. Jackson is also home to Christmas Farm Inn & Spa, which takes its name from when the property was given as a Christmas gift in the early 20th century. (In fact, the property itself dates back to the 1700s!)

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Each year at Christmastime, the inn gets all decked out for the holidays. This includes all of the guest rooms and suites, which are individually decorated. Be sure to book your stay at the Christmas Farm Inn & Spa for an unforgettable Christmas experience.

If you've had a chance to enjoy the Conway Scenic Railroad's Santa Holiday Express or have stayed at Christmas Farm Inn and Spa during the holidays, we'd love to hear from you! Do you know someone who would enjoy this Christmas Train in New Hampshire and a night or two at the Christmas Farm Inn? Be sure to share this article with them! And speaking of the holidays, be sure to take a look at our official gift-giving guide for any traveler on your list.

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The One New Hampshire Farm Where You Can Feed Goats, Pigs, Cows, And More

Published Jul 17, 2024

Written by 

Ken MacGray

We may not always see them but we share the natural environment that we live in with a multitude of animals. I would say that we are definitely guests in their home whenever we venture into New Hampshire's forests. Usually, human/animal encounters are rare as the animals tend to keep their distance from us. But if you want to experience some friendly creatures up close, pay a visit to The Friendly Farm in Dublin. It's one New Hampshire animal ranch where the local residents will welcome you warmly.

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The Friendly Farm in Dublin is a place where humans can mingle with farm animals in their natural and relaxed environment.

A goose and ducklings walk in front of a red barn with "Friendly Farm" sign and a red truck nearby.
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As you wander the farm's five acres, you'll meet some of the most agreeable animals up close and personal.

A sunny farm scene with green grass, trees, and a red barn, featuring a blue sky with fluffy clouds in the background.
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From newly hatched chicks you can hold in the palm of your hand to affable sheep and horses, The Friendly Farm has an assortment of animals you'd expect to find here.

A sheep stands in a grassy area with two lambs nearby, surrounded by trees and a road in the background.
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Many of the farm's residents have been born right here and if you are fortunate enough, you may be able to witness the miracle of birth.

A white cow stands in a grassy field, nursing a calf beside her, with trees and a fence in the background.
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Visit the pig pen to say hi to its residents and, if you time it right, enjoy seeing the baby piglets as they begin their life at The Friendly Farm.

A group of piglets sleeping closely together in a cozy, straw-filled barn.
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At The Friendly Farm, kids can become a Junior Farmer and receive a certificate, special recognition, free admission, and more.

Two girls feed a calf from a bottle at a farm, with people and picnic tables in the background.
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The Friendly Farm welcomes group events, including school outings, birthday parties, or any other event where you can gather 15 or more people together.

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A person laughs joyfully while surrounded by playful goats near a tree.
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And with that, I hope you will start planning your visit to this fun and exciting New Hampshire animal ranch to spend some time with the animals. For more information, visit The Friendly Farm and be sure to also follow The Friendly Farm on Facebook for updates.

Also, check out the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center in Holderness where you can learn more about the animals that are native to New Hampshire and their place in our state's environment.

https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/new-hampshire/wildlife-park-day-trip-nh/

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