Londonderry Rail Trail, NH

• 4-star trail
• 5 miles each way
• Easy | Low gradient
• Londonderry, NH | Merrimack Region
. NH Rail Trails

The image shows a paved trail through a wooded area. The trail is marked with a yellow line in the center and a yellow post in the middle of the path. There are large rocks on either side of the trail entrance. A sign on the right side of the trail reads 'Londonderry Trailways.org' and 'ALL PURPOSE TRAIL' with icons indicating that walking, running, and biking are allowed, but motorized vehicles are prohibited. The trail extends into the distance, with a few people visible walking further down the path. The scene is set in a forested area with trees that have shed their leaves, suggesting it might be early spring or late fall.

The north end of the rail trail by Manchester Airport.

Londonderry Trailway's rail trail efforts along the former 1850's Concord Railroad alignment continues to expand, and with each expansion the trail becomes even more popular. With the recent extension Northbound to Manchester Airport the trail now boasts 4.5 miles of continuous asphalt paving, making it smooth going for the walkers, bikers and families enjoying the woodland trail.

The trail mostly travels through woodland, past Little Cohas Brook Reservoir and alongside an occasional creek. As with most rail trails the gradient is mostly flat and what elevation change there is is hardly noticeable. There is some road traffic noise at the half way point as you pass under then alongside the I-93 freeway, but it soon fades as you continue on your way.

Those curious about the area's history will enjoy the interpretative signs around Londonderry Village where the trail intersects with Mammoth Road. They tell the story of the grain and lumber company fire and its effects on the local area. The tall brick chimney still exists to this day.

⬤ Asphalt ⬤ Rough ⬤ Road ⬤ No Access ⬤ Parking

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⬤⬤⬤ 4★ Londonderry Rail Trail 4.5 mi ea way, easy, low gradient
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If you're running or on a bicycle, please slow down and take care to pass other trail users as this trail can get busy, particularly on weekends. It always surprises us how many folk like to dart out in front of us without looking around, or walk with loud headphones drowning out their surroundings.

Beyond the asphalt paved trail South of Rockingham Road the old rail bed continues and connects with the paved Derry Rail Trail just a mile later. More adventurous folk may like to continue along this rough route either by foot or on a rugged bicycle. Expect hardpack ground with bunny hills, muddy patches and a creek crossing that when we visited was spanned by a rudimentary bridge. We used this connection to ride all the way to Windham junction and back in an afternoon.

The image shows a serene outdoor scene featuring a paved path running alongside a calm body of water, likely a pond or a small lake. The path is bordered by tall, green pine trees on both sides. A person is riding a bicycle on the path, heading away from the camera. The sky is clear and blue, adding to the peaceful atmosphere of the scene. The reflection of the trees in the water enhances the beauty of the landscape.

Cyclist alongside Little Cohas Brook Reservoir.

The trail developers have plans to eventually pave this section and connect to the Derry Rail Trail. Also under development is a design to continue Londonderry Rail Trail in the Northerly direction for a further mile, linking with the Aviation Museum of New Hampshire and bringing the trail closer to the South Manchester Trail. Londonderry Trailways are asking for donations and volunteers to help them complete these efforts.

⚠ Trail Conditions: Asphalt trail suitable for all. Mostly flat, descends around 20 feet per mile in a northwest direction. At the south end, there's a rough 1 mile section that connects Londonderry & Derry trails which is navigable by foot or rugged bike.

The image is a side-by-side comparison of two outdoor scenes. The left side shows a bicycle parked on a small wooden bridge over a stream in a forested area. The right side depicts an old, possibly abandoned, bridge with graffiti on the stone supports and some debris underneath, including a tire and a barrel. Both scenes are set in a natural environment with trees and clear skies, suggesting a peaceful, yet slightly neglected, outdoor setting.

The rough trail separating Londonderry and Derry Rail Trails.

Tangents:
• Official: Londonderry Trailways
• Public Map on AllTrails: Londonderry Rail Trail
• TrailLink: Londonderry Rail Trail
• Facebook Group: Comment, Follow Us

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