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Whitaker Woods
4.8 ★★★★★ 190 Google reviews · Running trail in North Conway, New Hampshire · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
We have not been able to confirm the surface, distance or shape of Whitaker Woods yet from its own listing, the park's website or runner reviews — so those cells stay blank rather than guess. What is below comes straight from the listing and from reviewers' own words. 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.
Dog-friendly park offering a ball field, biking trails, a warming house with restrooms & open space.
What runners say about Whitaker Woods
“They are wide and well maintained and signage and parking is great.”
“This was suggested for a bike ride, and a scenic view of Mt Washington.”
“The trails are clearly marked and there is a large sign showing the trails at the parking lot.”
“Two adults visited here in the early afternoon on a Wednesday in late August 2023 and enjoyed our quiet walk in the town woods.”
“Great place for families, dogs, quiet and easy hikes through the woods.”
Love it here. Great place for families, dogs, quiet and easy hikes through the woods. A part of nature that should never be spoiled
Had a really nice time riding on the trails. They are wide and well maintained and signage and parking is great. Perfect for kids. Looking forward to skiing here in the winter.
Went to Echo Lake for a hike. So peaceful. Well marked. Trails and lots of options.
Two adults visited here in the early afternoon on a Wednesday in late August 2023 and enjoyed our quiet walk in the town woods. The trails are clearly marked and there is a large sign showing the trails at the parking lot. Lots of local people with their dogs who all appeared to be having a blast.
Trail conditions & character
“This was suggested for a bike ride, and a scenic view of Mt Washington.”
“Lots of local people with their dogs who all appeared to be having a blast.”
“Two adults visited here in the early afternoon on a Wednesday in late August 2023 and enjoyed our quiet walk in the town woods.”
“The trails are clearly marked and there is a large sign showing the trails at the parking lot.”
“Very quiet once you're away from the main road with the trail consisting of flat level ground with wood chips at least until you reach the ski trails that go up the mountain.”
Plan your run at Whitaker Woods
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late 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 — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Phone+1 603-901-1139
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Echo Lake State Park
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118-acre park with a scenic trail circling a lake plus picnicking & swimming options & a bathhouse.