Imagine you enjoy hiking to a scenic and attractive pond. Now imagine a place where you can visit not only several ponds, but also an old orchard, pools, beautiful woodland, and more. That all sounds like a great day trip to me! The Heald Tract spans four towns and offers that diversity for a great pond hike in New Hampshire. It's also a wonderful place to see local wildlife.

If you could only choose one pond hike in New Hampshire, give this one a try. I'm sure you won't be disappointed! For more information on exploring the Heald Tract and to download a trail map, visit the Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests. Also, make sure you're well prepared for a safe trip into the woods. Enjoy!

Here are a few more ponds to add to your hiking checklist: Mountain Pond in White Mountain National Forest, Wachipauka Pond in Warren, Kilburn Pond in Pisgah State Park, and Foster's Pond in Windham.