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Laverack Nature Trail at Hawkins Brook
4.6 ★★★★★ 21 Google reviews · Running trail in Meredith, New Hampshire · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Laverack Nature Trail at Hawkins Brook's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
What runners say about Laverack Nature Trail at Hawkins Brook
“A beautiful little gem of a trail in the heart of Meredith.”
“It's a fairly short and very simple trail but it's something that everyone of all ages and ability is able to enjoy.”
It's conveniently located directly behind the Meredith Village Savings Bank on route 25. There's ample parking spaces. It's a fairly short and very simple trail but it's something that everyone of all ages and ability is able to enjoy.
Nice short trail through nature. It is well maintained and an easy walk. Even though it was short, I saw some good wildlife including a red squirrel! The first part of the trail is a wooden boardwalk before transitioning to a dirt trail.
We live in Meredith but didn't realize this was here until we saw the sign behind Meredith Village Saving Bank. We walked the trail today and it was very enjoyable. Its level, accessible and appropriate for everybody who can walk 0.6 miles each way. Great addition to Meredith!
Nice walk. Mostly on boardwalks. Beautiful plants/trees/birdsong. Felt like I was deep in the woods, but was right in town! Nice places to sit and watch the birds.
Trail conditions & character
“A beautiful little gem of a trail in the heart of Meredith.”
“Its level, accessible and appropriate for everybody who can walk 0.”
“The first part of the trail is a wooden boardwalk before transitioning to a dirt trail.”
“The first part of the trail is a wooden boardwalk before transitioning to a dirt trail.”
“Its level, accessible and appropriate for everybody who can walk 0.”
Plan your run at Laverack Nature Trail at Hawkins Brook
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Trail mapOfficial trail map
- Websitelaveracknt.org
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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