Thompson Forest

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The 54-acre Thompson Forest has a 1.2-mile loop trail that leads down to the Wild & Scenic Lamprey River.

Trail Activity

Length

1.20 miles, Loop

Difficulty

Moderate

Town

Durham (NH)

Pets

Permitted on leash

Fees

Details

Description

A 1.2 mile round-trip loop trail leads through a 15-acre shrub/wildflower meadow and oak-pine forest to the Lamprey River, where visitors can enjoy a picnic lunch and solitude, while watching for ducks, otters, kingfishers, and other wildlife.

The town of Durham also has a trail map on their website.

Trail Manager

For more information, visit Thompson Forest or contact:

Town of Durham Conservation Commission
Conservation Commission
8 Newmarket Road
Durham, NH 03824
Phone: (603)868-5571
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Trail Tips

Plan Ahead and Prepare

Find out about and follow any local regulations and respect landowners’ property.

Directions

Trailhead Information

From downtown Durham, take Mill Road to the end. Turn left on Packers Falls Road, then right on Wednesday Hill Road. The parking area is about 1/8 mile down Wednesday Hill Road on the left. The trailhead includes an information kiosk.

Trail Map

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Bench

Bridge

Kiosk/Information Panel

Parking

Picnic Area

Trailhead

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