New Hampshire Essential Info
Overview
With seven distinct regions and so much to see and do, there’s no wrong way to visit New Hampshire. Hike one of our 4,000 footers and inhale crisp mountain air. Take a boat ride on a glassy lake, or a refreshing dip in the Atlantic Ocean. If fine dining and tax-free shopping are more your speed, try some local fare, or bring a piece of the Granite State home with you. Whether you’re here for a week, a weekend, or a day, the adventures in New Hampshire are endless.
Basics
Best Time To Go
May-Jun, Sep-Nov
Current Weather
55 °F
Cloudy
Fun Facts
- The very first potato planted in America was in Nutfield, New Hampshire.
- The first alarm clock was invented by Levi Hutchins of Concord, New Hampshire, in 1787
- Because of the vast amount of granite that is found throughout New Hampshire, the state is also known as the Granite State.
- New Hampshire's state motto is "Live Free or Die".
Popular Foods
- Maple Syrup on Snow
- Apple Crisps