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Sculptured Rocks Natural Area

A short hike to a river with stunning rock formations
Trail Activity
Hiking Snowshoeing
Length
0.10 miles, One Way
Difficulty
Easy
Town
Groton (NH)
Surface
Packed Earth/Dirt, Boardwalk/Bog Bridging
Pets
Permitted on leash
Fees
No
Other Activities
Snowmobiling

Description

The beautiful rock formations in the Cockermouth River were created by sand and other particles in the water wearing down the bedrock along the river. The steep canyon walls, potholes and strange shapes were formed over thousands of years.

The trail to view the rock formations starts from the parking area. Take care when crossing the road. The bridge over the Cockermouth River is shortly after the road crossing. Farther along the trail, there is a historic cellar hole. The trail continues as a snowmobile trail beyond the cellar hole. 

Other Information

Please note that geocaching in not allowed in any New Hampshire State Park.

Trail Manager

For more information, visit the Scuptured Rocks Natural Area website or contact:

New Hampshire State Parks

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

Respect Wildlife
Keep wildlife wild: do not feed, follow, approach, or otherwise harass wild animals. Doing so may alter their natural behaviors.
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Trailhead Information

Head west on NH-25/NH-3A from Plymouth for 3.8 miles. At the traffic circle, take the second turn onto NH-3A South. After 2.4 miles, turn right on North Shore Road. The parking area for Sculptured Rocks Natural Area will be on the left after 3 miles. 

Click on a parking icon to get custom directions
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