Tuthill Woodlands Preserve - New Boston, NH
Tuthill Woodlands Preserve – Dog-Friendly Hiking in New Boston, NH
Tuthill Woodlands Preserve is a peaceful, lesser-traveled spot for dog-friendly hiking in New Boston, New Hampshire. This preserve offers natural, pet-friendly trails winding through dense woods, with a mix of canopy cover and more open spaces. While walking here, you and your dog can explore unique forest features like historical cellar remnants, scattered mushrooms, and fallen wood debris. The trails are gently hilly, perfect for an easy stroll in the woods, but they can be overgrown or muddy after rain, and occasional branches or brambles reach into the path.
This hidden gem is especially great for those seeking quiet walks away from crowds—even on sunny weekends, you may be the only one around. Parking is very limited, and be prepared for a last mile on a dirt road. While there are no fenced areas or special amenities like dog water fountains, the natural beauty and tranquility of Tuthill Woodlands make it a special find for adventurous dog owners seeking a classic New Hampshire woodland walking experience.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Are there walking or hiking trails connected to the park? Yes, there are several hiking trails within Tuthill Woodlands Preserve, offering easy woodland walks for you and your dog.
- Is there parking available at the park? Parking is available but very limited. There is no formal parking lot, and the last stretch of road is unpaved.
- Is there shade or shelter available? Yes, the trails have a substantial amount of tree canopy providing natural shade.
- Are ticks or other pests common in the area? Yes, ticks are common on the trails, so take appropriate precautions for your dog and yourself.
- How busy does the park get on weekends? Tuthill Woodlands Preserve tends to be quiet and vacant, even on sunny weekend days.
Reviews
No parking lot, very overgrown, and poorly marked.
No parking lot, very overgrown, and poorly marked.
No parking lot, very overgrown, and poorly marked.
Lots of ticks! Slightly washed out on the trail loop to the right. So gorgeous! Super vacant.
Lots of ticks! Slightly washed out on the trail loop to the right. So gorgeous! Super vacant.
Lots of ticks! Slightly washed out on the trail loop to the right. So gorgeous! Super vacant.
Be aware the last mile is a dirt road, in case you avoid those. Parking is limited but don’t let that deter you, I had the place to myself on a sunny Saturday. The trail is marked fairly well, you do need to pay attention to find each marker. I recommend long pants and long sleeves, the underbrush is at times dense and branches and brambles run against you. It’s obvious that the foot traffic is low judging by the lack of wear on the path. The walk is easy, a couple of hills. It’s peaceful with a mix of full tree canopy and open areas. There is a lot of fallen wood debris to navigate. If you like mushrooms there are many to check out. I can’t see doing this trail on a regular basis but it was a nice walk in the woods.
Be aware the last mile is a dirt road, in case you avoid those. Parking is limited but don’t let that deter you, I had the place to myself on a sunny Saturday. The trail is marked fairly well, you do need to pay attention to find each marker. I recommend long pants and long sleeves, the underbrush is at times dense and branches and brambles run against you. It’s obvious that the foot traffic is low judging by the lack of wear on the path. The walk is easy, a couple of hills. It’s peaceful with a mix of full tree canopy and open areas. There is a lot of fallen wood debris to navigate. If you like mushrooms there are many to check out. I can’t see doing this trail on a regular basis but it was a nice walk in the woods.
Be aware the last mile is a dirt road, in case you avoid those. Parking is limited but don’t let that deter you, I had the place to myself on a sunny Saturday. The trail is marked fairly well, you do need to pay attention to find each marker. I recommend long pants and long sleeves, the underbrush is at times dense and branches and brambles run against you. It’s obvious that the foot traffic is low judging by the lack of wear on the path. The walk is easy, a couple of hills. It’s peaceful with a mix of full tree canopy and open areas. There is a lot of fallen wood debris to navigate. If you like mushrooms there are many to check out. I can’t see doing this trail on a regular basis but it was a nice walk in the woods.
Went out for a morning stroll. Changing it up a bit from rail trails. I wanted something unpredictable and forested. It was definitely that. I did spot the 2 cellars. But I lost the trail because where it splits there is a clearing right up the center that looks like it is the trail. After a bit of looking for those yellow blazes i spotted one to the right. I then could see the path. Which is almost unnoticeable compared to the clearing that you think is the trail. So I kept following and ultimately brought me back to where the split was. I could then see what I had done wrong. The map makes it look like there is a small body of water before the split. You don’t ever see anything like that. So when it splits it is hard to see. There should be a sign at this location. The cellars once I found them, were very cool old remnants of a long ago almost forgotten past.