MEREDITH WALKING TRAILS
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Swazey Park
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In 2016, the Greater Meredith Program participated in a charrette with the Meredith Parks & Recreation Dept. to bring Swasey Park back to life and make it more useable for people to enjoy. Located on High Street in Meredith Village, just a short walk from Main Street, this hidden gem encompasses 7 acres and includes 6 trails totaling 1 mile. The park also offers a waterfront canoe and kayak landing on the historic Waukewan Canal. It’s a great place to explore nature and enjoy a picnic.
Page Pond & Forest
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This loop trail is good for all skill levels. Encompassing a total of 817 acres that includes 7 trails totaling over 10 miles, there are two trailheads that provide access located at Quarry Rd. and Barnard Ridge Rd. The trail offers several activity options and is accessible year-round. A great spot for snowshoeing. Highlights include the historic Dudley Leavitt Cemetery, an 1830’s mill dam, and active beaver ponds.
Laverack Nature Trail at Hawkins Brook
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This scenic pedestrian trail features observation areas and descriptive signage. The universally accessible .06 mile pedestrian trail can be accessed behind Meredith Village Savings Bank or Prescott Park behind the tennis courts. The trail’s boardwalk stretches from behind the bank through the scenic wetlands and joins a wooded trail that winds up to Prescott Park. This trail has educational components and is a connector to Prescott Park, the Inter-Lakes School campus, the Community Center, and the town.
Waukewan Highlands
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Located off Parade Road (Rt. 106), the Highlands encompasses 191 acres including 4 trails, one of which is an interpretive trail for a total of 3 miles. Hart’s Pond, which used to serve as the town’s water supply, is the centerpiece of the area.
Hamlin-Eames-Smyth
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Encompassing 715 acres including 4 trails totaling over 7 miles, this area provides excellent hiking, snowshoeing and wildlife viewing. Located off Chemung Rd., highlights include views of the White Mountains, active beaver ponds, and old-growth forests.
Meredith Community Forest
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Located off Jenness Hill Rd., the community forest encompasses 186 acres including 3 trails totaling 4 miles that provide excellent hiking, snowshoeing, and wildlife viewing very close to downtown Meredith. Highlights include a small waterfall, wetlands, and active beaver ponds.