Camping – WANDERLUST FAMILY ADVENTURE

Blackwoods Scenic Byway / Tunk Stream – Washington County, Maine

September 10, 2019 Joseph Candora Camping, Canoeing, Hiking, Lake/Pond, Maine, Mountain, New England, North America, Rivers, Road Trips, Scenic Drives, United States

The Blackwoods Scenic Byway is what we as kids used to call the “Cherryfield Woods” long before the area was developed for tourism. We would drive up to Eastport, Maine my mother’s home town each summer for vacation via US Route 1. A short cut we would take was Maine Route 182 which would cut off a large section of the coastal route by bisecting the woods going into Cherryfield. Back in the day the road was quite wild and we would see black bear, moose and dear. Some of my fondest memories were lakeside picnic lunches as we traversed the woods.

New photo by Wanderlust Family Adventure / Google Photos

There are now numerous opportunities for canoeing and hiking in the area.

Both a useful short cut when heading deep into Washington County and a destination in and of itself for hiking and boating this area is a great spot for a family vacation.

Crawford Notch State Park – Hart’s Location, New Hampshire

August 25, 2019 Joseph Candora Campground, Camping, Camping, Canoeing, Hiking, Historic Markers, Historic Sites, Lake/Pond, Museums, New England, New Hampshire, North America, Rivers, Scenic Drives, State Parks, United States, Waterfalls

Hart’s Location, New Hampshire one of the first places to record results for the presidential primary and general election is home to one of the jewels of New Hampshire’s White Mountains; Crawford Notch State Park. US Route 302 bisects the park and provides scenic views and easy access to park attractions.

There are 36 wooded campsites in the park’s Dry River Campground.

Many trails interlace the park grounds,

with waterfalls to be seen.

Mountain scenery abounds like Elephant Head;

Vistas can be seen at every turn as you make your way down 302.

An interesting highlight is the historic sites en route such as the Willey House,

The Pierce Bridge,

Crawford House,

and Zealand.

Campground Review – Pawtuckaway State Park Campground (Nottingham, New Hampshire)

May 3, 2019 Joseph Candora Beaches, Campground, Camping, Camping, Canoeing, Hiking, Mountain, New England, New Hampshire, North America, Raymond, Reviews, State Parks, United States

The campground at Pawtuckaway State Park in Nottingham, New Hampshire is one of the best campgrounds in the state park system. The gateway to the park is through the town of Raymond, New Hampshire. Based around a nice sized lake there is ample opportunities for swimming, canoeing and hiking.

The campground is located on an island and peninsula so most of the sites are lake front. Within easy distance from the sites are canoe or kayak rentals and a nice swimming beach.

New video by Wanderlust Family Adventure / Google Photos

The sites themselves are spacious, wooded and very private.

This is a great family camping spot with all of the amenities you could want and a lot of activities available. Not a wilderness experience and it can be crowded and buggy at times but ideal for families.

Hampton Beach State Park – New Hampshire

April 24, 2019 Joseph Candora Beaches, Camping, Camping, Events/Festivals, Hiking, New England, New Hampshire, North America, State Parks, United States

Hampton Beach State Park in Hampton Beach New Hampshire is the quintessential summer vacation destination with camping and beach swimming.

Camping is only during the summer season but the park is open all year for other activities. The winter winds bring great opportunities for kite flying.

And of course the park is just up the street from all of the attractions of the town of Hampton Beach with its summer concert series, restaurants, fast food and shops. See our post on Hampton Beach Summer Fun for more information.

Scenic Drive – Androscoggin River (NH Route 16 Berlin, NH – Errol, NH)

October 30, 2018 Joseph Candora Camping, Camping, Canoeing, Hiking, Historic Markers, Historic Sites, Mountain, New England, New Hampshire, North America, Rivers, Road Trips, Scenic Drives, State Parks, United States

The run of NH Route 16 from Berlin, New Hampshire to Errol, New Hampshire follows the path of the Androscoggin River and provides great views of the river and numerous access points for canoes and kayaks. The trip is great any time of the year but is especially nice during fall foliage season.
As you snake your way up NH Route 16 stop in Gorham, New Hampshire for picnic items or fast food before heading further north.

There is not much to see in the depressed town of Berlin, I suggest you drive by and continue north pass the paper mills on the river.

Take in the rural vistas along the river.

The Nansen Ski Jump Historic Site on the left of the road is an interesting stop. This is the first ski jump in America and has recently undergone refurbishing.

The Paul O. Bofinger Conservation Area has a large parking area and canoe access. In addition to this more developed access point there are dozens of pull offs suitable for putting in or picking up canoes.

The Androscoggin State Wayside is a nice place for a pleasant picnic or bathroom break.

Mollidgewock State Park is a great place to camp with wonderful sites right on the river.

Part of this drive encompasses the 13 Mile Woods Community Forest providing opportunities for hiking and camping in the area. From here you can stay in a number of state parks in the area, head further north to the northern forests or head back down to Berlin and North Conway.

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