I've watched enough of ER and House and other medical procedure dramas to have heard of the…read more"Whipple Procedure" but it turns out that there were separate Whipples involved in separate abdominal breakthrough surgeries. This marker honors the first. The other is https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pancreaticoduodenectomy. George Hoyt Whipple's marker reads, "Nearby, on Pleasant Street, is the birthplace and childhood home of George Hoyt Whipple, pathologist, researcher and teacher. Dr. Whipple's most significant research led to the development of the liver therapy for pernicious anemia. For his work, he shared the Nobel Prize for Medicine in 1934." The marker was erected by the New Hampshire Division of Historical Resources. Whipple (1878-1976) shared the Nobel prize with two others "for their discoveries concerning liver therapy in cases of anemia." He attended Yale University as an undergraduate in 1896 and in 1901, attended Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, receiving his M.D. in 1905 and then joined the school as an assistant in pathology. He was later hired as Professor and Chairman of Pathology and the founding dean of the University of Rochester Medical Center. [Review 18532 overall - 84 in New Hampshire - 2054 of 2022.]

Beautiful stop on the Kancamagus Highway going westbound from Conway, NH to Lincoln during our…read morevacation in July 2026. Our family took our miniature poodle for a scenic walk along the Swift River, crossed a pedestrian bridge (for superb photos), and walked a short way to Falls Pond (which had many frogs & tadpoles, but few people). If you're looking for a less crowded alternative to Lower Falls, this is a great stop. Many families were bathing in the water among the rocks. But the pathway beyond the pedestrian bridge had very few people. Would highly recommend this stop in summer if you're driving along the scenic highway and just want to stretch your legs for 30 minutes.

This scenic area is absolutely beautiful! There is a decent amount of parking and it isn't too far…read moreof a walk before you reach some breathtaking views. There are plenty of benches along the walkways for anyone who is looking to take a rest and a plaque giving some history about this landmark. There is a beautiful bridge to walk across and a picnic table to eat at. The rocks themselves are easy to climb on, explore, and make you feel immersed in nature. My husband and I chose this spot to get married, have a picnic, and read some letters from loved ones. We couldn't have asked for a more beautiful spot on our most special day.

So serene! There is something spiritual about Mother Nature that touches the soul just right!…read moreEspecially in the winter when all is sleeping and quiet!! Little bit of history as well. Not too long of a hike (in our winter adventure) but worth every step! Be cautious with your footing. The ice was frozen over the falls, but wouldn't recommend walking over it like we did. Not the safest

Diana's Baths is a great trail in the White Mountain National Forest. We did the hike to the baths…read morebut didn't go beyond that, though I'd like to eventually. It's fairly quick and easy. It's a well-maintained trail. You need to be careful on the rocks to get to the pools. It was just like I remembered--freezing cold mountain water, which is my favorite. Parking fills up quickly and early but the attendants do a good job managing it. Highly recommend if in the area.

A more modern bridge, this one marks the end of Little Squam Lake and the start of the Squam River…read more It is 61 feet long and a single lane with a covered pedestrian walkway on the side. It is a Town lattice truss design. The Squam Covered Bridge was completed in 1990 and is too new to be listed as a Historical Place. The bridge was constructed by Milton Graton and Sons and has a capacity of ten tons which means my van was able to cross easily. [Review 18531 overall - 82 in New Hampshire - 2053 of 2022.]

This is one of the many, many historical roadside markers you will find in NH. This one just…read morehappens to be about a UFO abduction. We had stopped at the Notch Express south of here to see the Betty and Barney Hill display they have there. The store owner let us know if we drive north to the Indian Head Resort, we would find this roadside marker. We bought ourselves a little green alien from said establishment and drove up the road a piece. Although Betty and Barney have no memory of exactly when and where their abduction occurred, this is the spot where they stopped, got out of their car and took a close look at what they recall being a space craft. While standing near here, looking at said craft, it began to descend toward them. And that's when they 'noped' the heck out of there. Next thing they remember it's two hours and 40 miles later. Creepy. Theirs is the first official UFO abduction case and a bit of local, and international, history. A definite must for any hobbyist Ufologist.

A UFO spotting in the East? Apparently so! I looked carefully while I was here but I did not see…read moreany evidence of aliens. The marker is by the side of the road in front of the Indian Head Resort. There is room to pull over and read it. It says, "On the night of September 19-20, 1961, Portsmouth, NH couple Betty and Barney Hill experienced a close encounter with an unidentified flying object and two hours of "lost" time while driving south on Rte 3 near Lincoln. They filed an official Air Force Project Blue Book report of a brightly-lit cigar-shaped craft the next day, but were not public with their story until it was leaked in the Boston Traveler in 1965. This was the first widely-reported UFO abduction report in the United States." The marker was erected in 2011 by the New Hampshire Division of Historical Resources. There is plenty of space to park to read the sign and to search around. [Review 18528 overall - 79 in New Hampshire - 2050 of 2022.]

Libraries should be on the list of local attractions the world over- especially in New England…read morewhere so many small towns have tiny stone building that have been enriching the local community for most of European occupational history. This one is exceptionally cute & worthy of adoration. My partner grew up in this area and reports that he spent many hours ensconced in the upper level window. These days, they've doubled the small footprint with a new addition but maintained the same quaint style and the warm, local vibe. Buy a book on the sidewalk or check or the activities- you'll be glad you stopped by to visit the "real" heart of North Conway.

As a visitor to the area, my friends and I went to the library seeking a quiet, local place to have…read morea zoom meeting. When we walked into the library we approached the front desk and asked where in the library would be the best place for a private zoom call. She stated that there is the conference room that was full of people, but that there might be a free room upstairs, but we weren't able to reserve anything. She said we could take a look or we could wait for the general manager to speak with us. We decided to just go upstairs and look for a room. As was predicted, the conference room was full of people, but the open teen room was empty and the area near the computers was free. Since we both had to take zoom calls, my friend and I separated and went into different rooms. I sat in the room for about 30 minutes until my call began and then started it. As soon as my call begins Angela, the Executive Director, storms in yelling at me to leave the teen room. I told her yes, but that I needed a moment to gather my things. She continued to berate me and follow me to another area of the library. There she told me that my computer was too loud,l. I asked her where she would suggest we go and she asked me to leave the library or she would call the police. It should be noted at this point that I am a woman of color. I encouraged her to call the police because I hadn't done anything wrong. As a fellow Director of a major nonprofit institution, I am saddened deeply that as I was trying to absorb the culture of this beautiful place I was met with bigotry and intolerance. As my friends departed all we could think about was the sour taste we all now have. We hope to return one day when all people are treated with kindness and respect.

I'm giving this four stars because I couldn't get to it without trespassing. So I pulled into the…read moreparking lot of the Lantern's End restaurant and enjoyed the view. The reflection of the covered bridge in the lake, with the white snow as a blank canvas in front of it, was beautiful. And I really like the name of the property where it resides: Jack-o'-lantern resort. Would probably be great for a walk around during peak leaf time. New Hampshire has about 60 covered bridges and I only hit four. Gonna have to come back.

I just love this little scenic outlook! I work in Western Maine, and am driving up and down Route 5…read morefrom Hiram down to Waterboro a few times a week. There is often times no cell service in these areas. This is the best spot to stop to make calls or use apps that require cell service. I work on the road so it's great spot for me to catch up on documentation or make calls. Very nice views of Mount Washington on a clear day too, which is a nice bonus ;)

This is a roadside parking spot with a scenic overlook of green countryside, a river, and the…read morehighest mountain in Maine. It's also said to be a good spot for stargazing and astronomy (vehicle headlights excepted), but I can't vouch for that personally because I was there before sunset. There's a granite tablet that says the overlook was donated by individuals in 2010. What a neat thing to do! This highway is way off the beaten path; my wife grew up in Maine and moved around quite a bit in early adulthood, and had never through this part of the state. There are not a lot of places to pull over and stretch one's legs along this highway, so it was a great find; I needed a few minutes of rest. A restroom would have been nice -- even a portable. But we had to continue to Limerick town for relief.