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Pisgah State Park
Friday, May 24, 2024
| Other Names | Pisgah Trails, Pisgah Reservoir, Ladder Hill, Tuffs Pond, Bishop Mountain, Fullan Pond, Lily Pond, North Round Pond, Baker Pond, Mt. Pisgah, Dogwood Swamp |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This state park offers about 15 miles of multiple use trails that wind through a beautiful forest with numerous ponds and a few ridge climbs of various difficulty. The trail from the southern point starts out a bit rocky but eventually smooths out. There is a short section of paved road just north of the staging area near Pisgah Reservoir.
There are several parking spots to choose from however the staging area off of Highway 119 features plenty of room for large trailers or RVs. Overnight parking is not permitted but Forest Lake Campground is just a few miles away and offers RV hookups overlooking a scenic lake.
The trails are open daily except during mud season (April-May). Exact dates vary each year, so call first or check with the New Hampshire Bureau of Trails before heading out.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | NH OHRV Sticker |
| Dates Open | Open daily except during mud season. | |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | No | NH OHRV or Temporary Nonresident Registration required. |
| Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
| Noise Limit | Yes (96 dB) | |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | Yes (50 inches) | has entrance gate or posts |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Permitted | (maximum width 50 inches) |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | (maximum width 50 inches) |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Some Areas | permitted on existing park roads |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
| MX Helmet Required | Yes | |
 Camping | Prohibited | |
 Campfires | Prohibited | |
| Night Riding | No | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | riders must stay on trail |
| Rule Enforcement |
TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 13,300 acres (21 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 15 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 600 to 1100 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Heavily Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Little | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand | Little | |
| Mud | Little | |
| Dust | Little | |
| Rocks |  Some | |
| Trees |  All | |
| Steep Hills |  Few | |
| Water Crossings | Few | |
| Small Jumps |  None | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms | Few | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | None | |
| Roads | Mostly | |
| Intersections | Few | |
| Rider Traffic | Few | |
| Shade |  Many | |
| Ranges/Gunfire | Few | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards not marked) |
 Novice | Mostly | |
 Amateur | Little | |
 Expert | None |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | State Forest, State Park |
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 1-5 Miles (SE) | Sunoco (603) 239-4843 |
| Diesel | 1-5 Miles (SE) | Sunoco (603) 239-4843 |
 Water | 1-5 Miles (NE) | Forest Lake Camping Area (603) 239-4267 |
 RV Hookup | 1-5 Miles (NE) | Forest Lake Camping Area (603) 239-4267 |
 RV Disposal | 1-5 Miles (NE) | Forest Lake Camping Area (603) 239-4267 |
| Campground | 5-20 Miles (NW) | Fort Dummer State Park (802) 254-2610 |
 Conv Store | 1-5 Miles (SE) | Mr. Mike's Mini-Mart (603) 239-7477 |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | (None) |
RATINGS
| Pros | good scenery, easy trails, easy staging |
| Cons | only about 20 total miles of trails, much of it very smooth (roads) |
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Half Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Ashuelot, NH | ||
| Address | Ashuelot Main Street, Ashuelot, NH 03441 | ||
| From: Brattleboro, NH
1) Take Hwy 119 East about 9 miles 2) Staging area will be on the left (north). |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | New Hampshire Bureau of Trails 439 River Road Pittsburg, NH 03592 (603) 271-3254 nhtrails@dred.nh.gov www.nhstateparks.org |
| Contact Info | New Hampshire Fish And Game - OHRV Department 11 Hazen Drive Concord, NH 03301 (603) 271-4300 (603) 271-3129 licenseandregistration@wildlife.nh.gov www.wildlife.nh.gov |
| Comment | New Hampshire OHRV Sticker Info |
| Contact Info | Mt. Pisgah ATV Club (802) 380-9001 mtpisgahatvclub@gmail.com offroadnh.wixsite.com |
| Comment | call or text for club info |
| Contact Info | Forest Lake Campground Route 10 331 Keene Road Winchester, NH 03470 (603) 239-4267 forestlake1@flcg.comcastbiz.net www.forestlakecampgrounds.com |
Pisgah State Park Trail Photo
A father and son hitting the trailhead.
Pisgah State Park Trail Photo
A water crossing and break spot at the reservoir.
Pisgah State Park Trail Photo
Along the main road to the reservoir which is pretty smooth and easy.
Pisgah State Park Trail Photo
A view of the river from the main road.
Pisgah State Park Trail Photo
This is the main trail.
Pisgah State Park Trail Photo
Pisgah State Park Trail Photo
Pisgah State Park Trail Photo
This is a shot of the trailhead, taken from the staging area off Hwy 119.
Pisgah State Park Trail Photo
Pisgah State Park Trail Photo
Pisgah State Park Trail Photo
The main trail leads to this reservoir at the top of the hill.
Pisgah State Park Trail Photo
Pisgah State Park Trail Photo
Pisgah State Park Trail Photo
Pisgah State Park Trail Photo
After crossing the power lines the trail heads back into these woods for a short distance where it gets very rocky.
Pisgah State Park Trail Photo
Shortly after the main trail head after you clear the woods there is a section where you can hit the trail that runs underneath the power lines.
Pisgah State Park Trail Photo
Pisgah State Park Trail Photo
Pisgah State Park Trail Photo
Pisgah State Park Trail Photo
This is the main staging area off Hwy 119. Plenty of turnaround room for large trailers.
Pisgah State Park Trail Photo
Pisgah State Park Trail Photo
Water crossing at the reservoir.
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