Marshall Land Trail System

The Marshall Trail will take you on a loop through a lovely mixed forest, down a big hill to a marsh at the edge of Big Island Pond.
Trail Activity
Hiking Mountain biking Snowshoeing Ungroomed cross-country skiing
Length
2.20 miles, Network
Difficulty
Easy
Towns
Atkinson (NH), Hampstead (NH)
Surface
Packed Earth/Dirt
Pets
Permitted on leash
Fees
No
Other Activities
Horseback riding

Description

The Marshall Land Trail System meanders about 35 acres of old and new forest, through late 1700's stonewalls/fences and down old field roads. This land was originally the homestead of Moses Brown and later in 1847, by Luther Chase.

The primary trail loop, blazed in white, follows an Eagle Scout-restored 14 station nature trail with blue blaze trail segments leading to points of interest such as the 1741 Atkinson/Hampstead town boundary marker, the 1847 Luther Chase cellar, and views of Boulder Cove at Big Island Pond. There are several exit trails blazed in red that lead to adjacent roadways and one which provides access to the Hampstead trail system.

Other Information

Atkinson Trail Use Guidelines

  • Stay on designated trails
  • Dogs must remain under control of owners
  • Wheeled motorized vehicles are prohibited
  • Leave no trace policy - please carry in, carry out
  • Please respect our neighbors privacy
  • Seasonal hunting is permitted on conservation lands. See www.town-atkinsonnh.com/conservation for details.

Trail Manager

The Atkinson Conservation Commission was established in 1974 with the mission to provide a focal point within the town for environmental concerns. It is responsible for establishing public use regulations for the Town’s conservation lands and welcomes community volunteers to help maintain its trails. The Town’s trails are for passive recreation only and all motorized vehicles are prohibited on conservation land, including snowmobiles.

For more information visit the Atkinson Conservation Commission or the Hampstead Conservation Commission online or contact:

Hampstead Conservation Commission

Hampstead Conservation Commission
PO Box 298, 11 Main St.
Hampstead, NH 03841
Phone: (603) 421-7536
View website

Atkinson Conservation Commission

Atkinson Conservation Commission
Town of Atkinson
21 Academy Avenue
Atkinson, NH 03811
Phone: (603)362-5266
webmaster@atkinson-nh.gov
View website

Trail Tips

Plan Ahead and Prepare
Visit busy trailheads mid-week to avoid crowds.
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Trailhead Information

The primary trailhead is off Boulder Cover Road with limited parking and a secondary trailhead off West Road at the Hampstead trailhead with abundant parking.

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