Peterborough, NH 03458
Phone: 603-924-3672
Activities and Amenities
Miller State Park is located on the 2,290-foot summit and flank of Pack Monadnock in Peterborough and is the oldest state park in New Hampshire. A winding 1.3-mile paved road leading to the scenic summit is open for visitors to drive. Three main hiking trails ascend Pack Monadnock to the summit. The best known is the Wapack Trail, which is a 21-mile footpath that extends from Mt. Watatic in Ashburnham, Massachusetts to North Pack Monadnock in Greenfield. It is believed Native Americans named the area’s mountains, and that “pack” means little. On clear days views reach to Mount Washington, the skyscrapers of Boston, and the Vermont hills.
Make a Reservation
Book your trip to Miller State Park: Visitors can make a reservation before arriving at the park as parking is limited (especially on nice weekends and holidays). Walk-in spaces are available for visitors on a first come/first-serve basis. Reservations can be made up to 30 days prior to arrival.
HIKING RESERVATIONS
AUTO ROAD RESERVATIONS
Parks Plate & Season Pass: There are desiganted spaces set aside for plate/pass holders on a first-come/first-serve basis. Reservations are still encouraged in the event a park reaches capacity (requiring a $1 transaction fee).
NH Senior Citizens: To receive a discount at our per person fee locations, enter the number of NH Senior Citizens in the vehicle/occupant information section of the order details page, rather than the number of adults.
Utility Project
NH State Parks and Eversource recently worked together to rebuild the existing electrical infrastructure from Route 101 to the summit of Pack Monadnock. See our project page for more information.
Operating Schedule
Operating dates and times are weather dependent and subject to change without notice. For up to date hours, please call the park directly.
| Fees | Days/Hours |
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| Adults: (12 and older) $4 Children: (6-11) $2 |
Open Daily: 9 am – 5 pm Weekend only 3/19/22 open fulltime 4/16/22 |
This park is always open for recreation unless closed or restricted by posting. During off hours and the off-season the park is typically not staffed, comfort stations may not be available and gates may be closed. The off-season poses unique risks inherent when participating in outdoor recreational activities. Recreationists should possess the necessary knowledge, skill, and equipment to ensure their own safety. Users assume all risk while recreating in State Park lands.
| Notice: Drone Use is Restricted |
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 Drone use is restricted at all NH State Parks. Drone operators are not permitted take off or land NH State Park boundaries.boundaries. |
| Notice: Pets Must Be Leashed |
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 Pets must be leashed at all times within the park. Leashed pets are permitted on the trails. See the NH State Parks Pets Policy for more information. |
Fees
Admission is $4 for adults; $2 for children ages 6-11; children ages 5 and under and NH residents age 65 and over are admitted free. Season passes are available. When park is unstaffed during the season, please use Iron Ranger (self-serve paystation).
Keep Your Parks Clean
Through the Carry-In/Carry-Out Program, you can help us keep your parks clean and beautiful by carrying out whatever you carry in. Thank you for your cooperation and remember to recycle.
Access for Persons with Disabilities
Visit our Accessibility for All webpage at www.nhstateparks.org/news-events/accessibility. For more information on specific accessibilty needs or questions, please contact the individual park office directly.
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Ketaki Toye
3 months agoThis is a nice spot to visit for hikers, nature lovers and leaf peepers. Good hiking trails to the summit but you can also drive to the summit on a well maintained auto Road. For $4 a person you can drive your car up to the top, which is not so worth ( since the views are obstructed by large trees) This auto road is narrow and steep with minimal shoulder on either side and caution is advised as some hikers walk the roadway instead of the trails and paths. Summit has a small tower that allows views as far as Boston, or the White Mountains on a clear day. Parking at the top was very limited but we found a stop. Nice place to spend a couple of hours on a good weather day.
Sampath D
a year agoAnother fabulous New Hampshire state park especially during fall colors. Very friendly park staff and trails are easy to trek. Auto road takes you to the summit, so very convenient if part of the group can not hike and rather meet up at the top.
marc bouchard
4 months agoBeen going here for fifty years. In that time it has hardly changed, which is fine by me. You have your choice of a foot path or a road to get to the top. The road is narrow and twisty; wouldn't recommend large cars or trucks. There's picnic tables, bathrooms and access to the open summit, allowing magnificent views northward. Energetic hikers can continue on to North Pack. Make sure to dress well; even on warmer days the winds can be cool.
Kirk Swan
4 months agoThe views from the summit are phenomenal. We found this to be the perfect stop on our trip to Maine. The road going up is very narrow and steep - be aware and drive it slow (especially since its a two way traffic road but its the size of a one lane road).
Jason Zhang
3 months agoBeautiful hike during fall foliage season, you can also drive to the top. The trail is marked with yellow markers so it was kind of confusing finding the right path. Also, the first few minutes are very steep with rocks.