Things To Do
Adventure Center
Mountain biking, hiking, ropes courses—what’s not to love about the outdoor fun you can have over at Mount Sunapee! If you go the week before the wedding, you may even see Byron at work!
John Hay Estate at The Fells
Enjoy the scenery and rich history of the John Hay Estate at the Fells. “Born in 1838, son of a rural Illinois doctor, [John Milton] Hay graduated from Brown University and at age twenty-two was chosen as private secretary to Abraham Lincoln. He went on to serve as ambassador to Great Britain and served as Secretary of State under presidents William McKinley and Theodore Roosevelt.” Touring this historic and beautiful estate is a truly lovely way to spend an afternoon!
Lake Sunapee State Beach
This is a lovely local beach with a modest entrance fee. Calm water, beautiful views, and a playground for the little ones!
Pollard Mill Falls
A fun hidden gem for more adventurous swimmers! This little swimming hole in the sugar river has a wide variety of types of pools to enjoy and even a few natural water slides. Chat up a local while you’re here and they’re sure to show you all sorts of fun traditions at the falls!
The Pinnacle
Pictured above is the old ski jump used by Newport High School which can be found on one of the offshoot trails heading to “The Pinnacle” in the Newport town forest. From the top of the pinnacle you can enjoy a nice view of the town of Newport from a new angle! These hiking trails are easy, short, and achievable for hikers of all levels, but there is plenty to explore for those who like a challenge.
Corbin Covered Bridge
New Hampshire is so proud of their covered bridges! In particular, Newport is proud of the history of this charming covered bridge and the perfect picnic spot right next to it. One of the oldest covered bridges still in use, Newport residents love to tell the story of how, after the tragic fire which consumed most of their beloved bridge, the town came together to fund the restoration of the bridge using only the building tactics of its original construction. It’s quite a tale!