Wentworth-Coolidge Mansion Historic Site

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1.5 mile coastal loop trail from the historic Wentworth-Coolidge Mansion with harbor views, swimming access, and an Information Center
Trail Activity
Walking Snowshoeing Ungroomed cross-country skiing
Length
1.50 miles, Loop
Difficulty
Easy
Town
Portsmouth (NH)
Surface
Packed Earth/Dirt
Pets
Not Permitted
Fees
No

Description

The Wentworth-Coolidge Mansion Historic Site is the former home of New Hampshire's first royal governor, Benning Wentworth, who served in office from 1741 to 1767. The rambling 40-room mansion which overlooks Little Harbor, is one of the most outstanding homes remaining of the colonial era. The site offers sweeping harbor views, tidal beaches suitable for swimming or fishing, and an Information Center where visitors can learn more about the area history. 

Little Harbor Loop Trail: Take a stroll on this 1.5 mile waterside path that connects the Wentworth-Coolidge Mansion Historic Site, Creek Farm and Portsmouth Conservation Land. Free parking and trail access are available at the Wentworth-Coolidge Mansion Historic Site.

Other Information

Fees: Fees are not required.

Hours: May 29 - September 2: 10am - 4pm daily; September 6 - October 14: weekends only; October 14 - May 29: closed for the season.

Tours: Tours are available at 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, and 3pm.

 

Trail Manager

For more information visit the Wentworth-Coolidge Mansion State Park website, or contact:

Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests
54 Portsmouth Street
Concord, NH 03301
Phone: (603) 224-9945
info@forestsociety.org
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City of Portsmouth
City of Portsmouth
1 Junkins Ave, 3rd Floor
Portsmouth, NH 03801
Phone: (603) 610-7216
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New Hampshire State Parks
New Hampshire State Parks
172 Pembroke Road
Concord, NH 03301
Phone: (603) 271-3556
nhparks@dncr.nh.gov
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Trail Tips

Plan Ahead and Prepare
Use common sense. If it seems like a bad idea, it probably is.

Trailhead Information

From downtown Portsmouth, head south on US-1A/Miller Ave for 0.8 miles. Turn left onto Little Harbor Road and continue for 0.5 miles until the road ends at the Historic Site where free parking is available.

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