More Information: Day-Use
Bear Brook, with nearly 10,000 acres is the largest developed state park in New Hampshire. Located in the southeast region of the state, there is plenty to do and see for everyone. Hiking, biking, swimming and fishing are a few of the favorites. Forty miles of trails through the heavily forested park, leading to seldom visited marshes, bogs, summits and ponds, offer a variety of options for hikers, mountain bikers and equestrians. Canoe rentals are available at both Beaver and Catamount Ponds, while rowboat rentals are also available at Beaver Pond. Fly-fishing enthusiasts will be pleased to know Archery Pond welcomes their specialty and is universally accessible. Across the road from Archery Pond is a special little pond just for children under twelve to fish. If archery is your sport you might already know that Bear Brook boasts the only two archery ranges in the state. Two fifteen-target ranges are maintained by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, plus an additional four-target range that is universally accessible. Worried about no workouts or aerobics while on vacation? You can stay in shape by using the park's 1 1/4 mile, twenty-station fitness course that is fun for the whole family. In addition, Bear Hill 4-H camp is located within the park. A charge for admission is collected at the toll booth near Catamount Pond.

Camping
Camping is welcome in the park from mid-May through Columbus Day weekend in mid-October at the 93-site campground located on the shore of Beaver Pond. Showers and laundry facilities are available; and a camp store offers a selection of camping supplies, ice, wood and snacks. Pets are permitted at this campground, but must be leashed and attended at all times. The campground is remotely located in the park, five miles from the day-use area. Although hookups are not available, RVs are welcome in sites where they fit. Canoe and rowboat rentals are available at the campground for use on Beaver Pond. A small beach and swimming area reserved for campers only are located adjacent to the campground.

Museum Complex
For those interested in learning more about our natural and human history , a trip to the museum complex, located in the park, one-half mile from the toll booth, is a must. The 4-H Nature Center features exhibits of the natural history of the park. Interpretive programs are regularly throughout the summer season. Also located in the museum complex are the New Hampshire Antique Snowmobile Museum, Museum of Family Camping, Old Allenstown Meeting House, and the Richard Diehl Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) Museum. Most of the museums are housed in historic CCC buildings. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Bear Brook Camp is one of the most complete camps remaining intact and in use in the country. The museums are open at various times throughout the summer. The Museum of Family Camping is open daily from late May through mid-October.

Group-Use
Bear Brook is a popular group destination with many ponds, streams and trails for exploration. Enjoy the museum complex, swimming, canoeing and fishing. The 95-site campground offers a camp store, canoe and rowboat rentals, showers, laundry facilities, a dump station, ice and firewood. Reservations for organized youth group camping may be made by calling 603/271-3628, Monday through Friday, from January through mid-October. The shelter, located in the day-use area of the park, may be reserved for group picnics and outings by calling the park directly, at 603\485-9874. A ball field, barbecue pit, horseshoe area, nearby trails, wooded surrounds and isolation from other park visitors make it a great spot for family reunions, class picnics and office outings.

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