All trails leave from the kiosk through the open field to the south. Please refer to the trail map for more information. Trails are easy, flat or moderately sloped and marked with yellow blazes. The longest trail is a 2-mile roundtrip.
About the Property
As a community resource featuring woods, water, wildlife and high-quality farm soils, Champlin Forest has many significant and diverse conservation features. Half of the property consists of well-managed, productive woodlands, containing marketable timber along with a diversity of wildlife habitats, consisting of a field, varied woodland types, vernal pools and wetlands.
The property serves as the headwaters of and includes extensive frontage along Clark Brook and contributes to two nearby public water supplies. Remnants of a small-scale granite quarry dating to the mid-1800s, when stones were drilled and cut by hand, are evident as well.
Champlin Forest features a kiosk and parking area on Route 108, and hiking trails through field and forest.
NH Forest Explorer
Want mobile maps of the trails to take with you? Try our new mobile-friendly website called NH Forest Explorer! To see our FREE maps and trails interpretation using a smartphone, go to forestsociety.org/FE in your browser and select "William H. Champlin, Jr. Forest" from the drop-down menu. Enter your email address to register and start exploring! Learn more or get tips on getting started here.
Trail Information
Multiple Trails
Difficulty:
EasyRound-trip Distance:
2.00 milesTrail Markings:
Yellow BlazesTrail Directions:
Property Details
A gift from Virginia S. Champlin of North Andover, Mass., in 2006, the property was named in honor of Mrs. Champlin's late husband, who took an active role and interest in the management of the land for forestry, wildlife, and recreational purposes. He also played a significant role in the current location of Skyhaven Airport, across Route 108 from the reservation.
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Directions
*WINTER ACCESS: The parking at this property is not plowed.* Champlin Forest is accessed from the parking area on the south side of Route 108 in Rochester, across from the Skyhaven Airport. There is a property sign and kiosk in this location. The parking area can accommodate approximately 20 cars, but it is not plowed in winter.
Recreational Opportunities
- Birdwatching
- Cross-country Skiing
- Dog-walking
- Family-oriented
- Hiking Trails
- Hunting
- Snowshoeing
Amenities
- Kiosk
- Parking area
Restrictions
- No Motorized wheeled vehicles (ATVs, trucks, dirt bikes)
- No Camping
- No Fires
- Carry in, Carry out all trash
- Do not disturb plants, animals, or cultural features