Bear Brook State Park is a very popular location for a variety of recreational activities including hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, swimming, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, archery, picnicking and winter sports. This 10,000 acre park is the largest park in New Hampshire.
From Manchester, head North on Rt. 28, until you reach the town of Allenstown, take a right onto Deerfield Rd, and the State Park is on your right.
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