To select a museum, click “Details/Reserve”, then select which Pass to reserve.
New Hampshire State Parks
172 Pembroke Road, Concord, NH 03301
603-271-3556 http://www.nhstateparks.org/visit/state-parks/
[Details/Reserve]
New Hampshire has 93 state park properties that provide a variety of recreational opportunities for all ages and abilities. The park system includes beaches, campgrounds, historic sites, waysides, natural areas, a multitude of trails, and much more to explore. A list of these, along with trail maps which may be downloaded as pdf files, may be found on their website. The pass provides access to most locations in the system, though there are a few exceptions.
Categories: Children, Family, Nature, Recreation
Pass Benefits
Each day pass is valid for the date listed on the pass and grants admission to all day-use parks for two adults and up to four dependents. It is not valid at Hampton Beach State Park - South Beach, Wallis Sands State Park, Cannon Mountain Aerial Tramway, or the Flume Gorge and it is not valid for use at the metered parking on the seacoast or for camping. Most of the parks are only open from Memorial Day weekend through Columbus Day weekend, except for Monadnock State Park, which is open year-round. Please check individual state parks for closures, rules, and regulations.
You may reserve a pass up to 3 months in advance. Please contact the library as soon as possible if you will be unable to use this pass so that someone else will have the opportunity to use it.
Squam Lakes Natural Science Center
23 Science Center Road, Holderness, NH 03245
603-968-7194 http://www.nhnature.org/
[Details/Reserve]
Located in Holderness, NH, the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center promotes the understanding of ecology by exploring New Hampshire's natural world through live animal exhibits; hiking trails; a wood energy exhibit; the Water Matters Pavilion; an interactive playscape; the Kirkwood Gardens; natural science education programs; an informal public garden; and lake cruises. A gift shop is on the premises.
Categories: Children, Family, Nature, Science, Recreation
Pass Benefits
This pass is not currently available as our Library Membership for the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center only allows for seasonal discounted trail admissions.
During the season – the pass provides discounted ($12 each) trail admissions for four people. Plan approximately 2.5 hours to walk the 3/4-mile live animal trail has up close views of black bear, coyote, mountain lions, bobcats, river otters, foxes, and more in natural woodland enclosures. The trail meanders through open meadows, mature forests, and marsh boardwalks on a packed gravel path. Trailside buildings feature interactive exhibits that teach natural history concepts in meaningful and memorable ways. There are miles of other trails to explore – the Ecotone, the Forest, and the Mt. Fayal Trails. Library Patrons must bring the dated pass with them to the Admissions window at the Welcome Center. Patrons do not need to make advance reservations but trail tickets can be reserved by library pass holders at nhnature.org.
Note: Our Library Membership is only valid from May 1st through November 1st