Wildcat Falls - Cross Country Ski, Dive, Hike, Mountain Bike, Snowshoe, and Swim near Merrimack, New Hampshire
Merrimack,New Hampshire
42.8620951822857, -71.50614349764389

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THIS location has been closed until further notice. Effective June 26th, 2020 due to illegal activities and trail damage.

0.7 miles SW of Merrimack, New Hampshire
GPS: 42°51'43.5"N 71°30'22.1"W
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State: New Hampshire
Trails/Routes: 2.1 mi

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Cross Country Ski, Dive, Hike, Mountain Bike, Snowshoe, and Swim

Wildcat Falls Conservation Area contains 87 acres of managed pine/hardwoods forest, abuts the Souhegan River and includes Wildcat Falls, a popular area. A stand-alone portion of the Heritage Trail system extends from the entrance to the falls. A PSNH power line crosses the land and provides and excellent area for bird watching and wild blueberry picking. An area cleared of trees as the result of a forest fire provides excellent views of the Souhegan River and an opportunity to watch for the elusive American kestrel and other wildlife.

Never modify trail features. Ride trails when they're dry enough that you won't leave ruts. Speak up when you see others on the trail and always yield to hikers, horses, and others coming uphill. Always ride on the established trail.

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Be courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.

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  1. Plan Ahead and Prepare
  2. Travel & camp on durable surfaces
  3. Dispose of waste properly
  4. Leave what you find
  5. Minimize campfire impacts
  6. Respect wildlife
  7. Be considerate of other visitors

Closed

THIS location has been closed until further notice. Effective June 26th, 2020 due to illegal activities and trail damage.

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NHGirl

6/28/20 3:06 pm
Closed June 26, 2020 until further notice due to overcrowding, excessive littering & illegal behavior. The trash, dog & human feces were out of control. Not worth the time to go to such a small ‘falls’. Police are having vehicles towed & issuing fines for trespassing.
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AJS

6/28/20 7:18 am
THIS location has been closed until further notice. Effective June 26th, 2020 due to illegal activities and trail damage.
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Trails

Distance ?

2.1 miles

Real Ascent ?

576 feet

Real Descent ?

576 feet

Grade (-27° to 29°)

-51% to 55%

Elevation differences are scaled for emphasis. While the numbers are accurate, the cut-away shown here is not to scale.

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