- The list below includes 88 free or cheap things to do in or near Gilford, New Hampshire, including 98 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Hiking Trails, Music Venue and National & State Parks.
- From Ellacoya State Park to Kimball Wildlife Forest Locke Hill, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Gilford and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Wolfeboro, Concord, Laconia and Meredith.
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Two swimming pools, a modern fitness center, and a nursery school are among the many amenities that bring individuals to the Biddeford YMCA. The YMCA also offers a number of classes and programs for individuals of all ages.
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Franconia Notch State Park, Franconia, NH 03580
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The Old Man of the Mountain Historic Site was the site where five separate granite ledges formed a man's profile by their horizontal arrangement. On May 3, 2003, the ledges collapsed, but along Interstate 95 are two pullovers where tourists pull off the highway and look at the scenery.
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Franconia Notch State Park, Lincoln, NH
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The Basin at Franconia Notch State Park is a 20-foot natural granite abyss that fills with water from the nearby waterfalls. The abyss is surrounded by hiking paths, so viewing it is easy.
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A pub affiliated with The Norwich Inn, Jasper Murdock's Alehouse features a pub room and a dining room, both of which serve the full food menu. The pub makes its own variety of beers, and has an extensive wine cellar.
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The Killdeer Farm Stand is the retail arm of the Killdeer Farm which has been certified organic for over 25 years. During the growing season, the farm stand provides over 140 varieties of fresh produce.
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The 27-acre Peirce Island is an island that separates the Piscataqua River from the South end of Portsmouth. The island has an outdoor pool, walking paths, multiple playgrounds, and boat launching spots.
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Accessible by a dirt road, Holt Pond Preserve offers a variety of nature trails that leads visitors to the Muddy River. On the trail, visitors can spot wild berries and mushrooms, as well as eagles and ducks by the pond.
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At the Seacoast Science Center, visitors can play on a playground, take nature walks, and see four lighthouses. Visitors can also participate in educational programs to help them understand sea life better with most programs being geared to children.
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Town of Derry Dog Park is an off-leash dog park. The park offers a completely fenced in grassy area for both small and large breed dogs, agility obstacles, a doggy pool in the summer and water buckets.
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Boise Rock is a large rock with a nearby historical marker depicting its significance. The marker explains how Thomas Boise was sledding through the area when caught in a snowstorm, and used the rock for shelter, saving his life.