Understanding Outdoor Recreation Access in New Hampshire

This map measures outdoor recreation access — not just protected acreage. A town with 20% conserved land but excellent trailheads, beaches, boat ramps, and parks may offer better recreation access than a town with 70% conserved land that's mostly inaccessible wilderness.

Our composite score combines five dimensions: trail access, water access, conservation, winter recreation, and camping & parks. Each dimension is weighted equally to give you a balanced view of what outdoor lifestyle a town can offer.

Explore the individual layers below to see which towns excel in specific areas. A town might rank "Good" overall but be "Excellent" for water access — perfect if that's your priority.