Sewall'S Falls State Recreation Area is a recreation area in Concord, New Hampshire, characterized by its diverse terrain and scenic riverside setting along the Merrimack River. The area features woodlands, steep bankings, and the confluence of the Contoocook River, providing a varied landscape for outdoor pursuits. Its trails accommodate several sports like hiking, jogging, touring cycling, road cycling, and more, offering both accessible, flat sections and areas with more technical terrain. The historical elements, including remnants of an old canal…
93
Routes
4.4
(24)
Average rating
434
People visited

3
hikers
2.61km
00:40
0m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
hikers
3.57km
00:55
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
hikers
3.30km
00:57
90m
90m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.41km
01:35
150m
140m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.0
(1)
29
riders
43.9km
02:46
140m
140m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
43.6km
02:46
460m
460m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

39.1km
02:27
420m
420m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
8.42km
00:35
20m
20m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

13
riders
46.1km
02:04
440m
440m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

6
riders
39.0km
01:44
380m
380m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

15
riders
58.9km
02:28
380m
380m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

8
riders
40.3km
01:48
430m
430m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

3
runners
38.5km
03:58
100m
100m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
runners
7.06km
00:56
180m
180m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
runners
8.86km
01:08
190m
190m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.31km
00:33
70m
70m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

7.78km
00:35
20m
20m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
riders
14.4km
01:11
130m
130m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
31.1km
01:55
270m
270m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
4
riders
11.5km
00:56
30m
30m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

9
riders
53.5km
03:19
550m
550m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
riders
66.2km
03:23
310m
310m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
30.8km
02:06
440m
440m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
46.3km
02:54
460m
460m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?
Sewall'S Falls State Recreation Area offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Jogging, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The area features multi-purpose trails along the Merrimack River. More than 1,600 visitors have explored its routes.
The recreation area is situated along the Merrimack River, offering views of the river and woodlands. It also features the confluence of the Contoocook River and steep bankings leading to wooded areas. A small sand beach is present, though rapids occur in the river's middle.
Yes, the area contains historical elements such as the ruins of an old canal system and remnants of a historic hydroelectric plant and dam. This dam was once the world's longest rock crib dam. Interpretive signs often provide information about the region's past.
Hikers can find both accessible, flat sections and more challenging areas, particularly near a brook crossing where the trail becomes foot traffic only. The main trail is about 3 miles (4.8 km) round trip, with an estimated hiking time of 1.5 hours. Explore options with Hiking in Sewall'S Falls State Recreation Area.
Yes, the recreation area includes accessible, flat sections ideal for an easy stroll. These trails are suitable for various mobility levels. Find specific routes with Easy hikes in Sewall'S Falls State Recreation Area.
The area caters to different cycling preferences, including Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. Some sections offer a walking path along a deactivated railroad, while areas past the Sewall's Falls Bridge provide slightly more technical terrain. Discover routes with Cycling in Sewall'S Falls State Recreation Area.
Yes, the trails past the Sewall's Falls Bridge offer slightly more technical terrain with roots and small rocks, suitable for beginner trail riding or mountain biking. The trails primarily follow the Merrimack River. Consult MTB Trails in Sewall'S Falls State Recreation Area for more information.
The recreation area features accessible trails and flat sections suitable for families. These multi-purpose trails offer a welcoming destination for individuals with varying mobility levels. Look for options in Family-friendly hikes in Sewall'S Falls State Recreation Area.
Routes in Sewall'S Falls State Recreation Area have an average rating of 4.55 out of 5 stars. This rating is based on nearly 100 reviews from komoot users.
Information about Sewall'S Falls State Recreation Area can be found on the City of Concord's trails page. This resource offers maps and details about the city's trail network. The official website is concordnh.gov/facilities.
For general inquiries related to Concord's facilities, including its parks and recreation areas, the Concord City Hall can be contacted. The phone number is +1-603-225-8610.

