Visitor Center at the Carriage Barn
Explore our interpretive exhibits, learn more about the Glessner family, and visit the gift shop.
Gift Shop
Visit the gift shop at The Rocks, located in the historic Carriage Barn and open Tuesday-Saturday 10 AM-4 PM.
Picnics at The Rocks (seasonal)
In partnership with the Littleton Food Co-op, we offer made-to-order artisan picnics.
Events at The Rocks
Explore The Rocks with on a guided walk or snowshoe, attend a film screening, discover an art exhibit, and learn more at events that are open to the community.
Trails at The Rocks (Open Year-Round)
The Rocks' trails, fields, and parking lots are open to the public year-round.
Self-Guided History Walk
On this history walk, you will be taken past several of the historical buildings and sites that make up this traditional New England farm, and be introduced to the Glessners, the family that founded and further expanded The Rocks into the property you see today.
Campus Map
The Rocks' property includes trails, a visitor center, and a working Christmas tree farm.
Take a Private Maple Tour
Can't make it to the NH Maple Weekends? Want to experience the full NH Maple process with a guided expert? We offer private tours of the NH Maple Experience year-round, including a visit to our NH Maple Museum!
Take a Private Christmas Tree or Natural History Tour
Whether by motor coach or by foot, we're happy to host groups large and small for private tours. You can learn about our Christmas tree farm, local wildlife, and more.
Charge Your Electric Vehicle
The parking lot by the Carriage Barn includes a Level 2 Electric Vehicle charging station with two plugs.
Learn about Net Zero Energy
The Forest Society's commitment to sustainable forestry, habitat conservation, outdoor recreation, and preservation of scenic beauty is captured by this renovated building and landscape.
Wildlife Watching
The Rocks is home to several species of native animals, from bear and moose to wild turkey, spotted salamanders, and countless bird species. Many of these animals, their habits, and their habitats are featured in our events and educational programs.
See #20 of the Nutshell Studies of Unexplained Death
Frances Glessner Lee became known as the "mother of forensic science" and you can see one of her nutshell studies, "Sitting Room & Woodshed," at The Rocks! It is a miniature work of art, a historic artifact, and a teaching tool for forensic science.
Photography Guidelines
Personal photography which will not be used for commercial purposes, and is not taken by a paid photographer, is permitted at The Rocks. All commercial photography requires a Special Use Permit issued in advance, and corresponding fee. Participants in photography sessions that are not preapproved or carrying a Special Use Permit will be asked to leave the property. Please contact info@therocks.org to arrange a Special Use Permit. Personal photography which will not be used for commercial purposes, and is not taken by a paid photographer, is permitted at The Rocks. Drones are not permitted at The Rocks.