Looking for a spine-chilling adventure? New Hampshire is home to several once-thriving towns that are now covered in creaky ruins and eerie stories.
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These 13 ghost towns near New Hampshire are filled with abandoned mills, deserted cities, and dilapidated mines. We dare you to explore. Come with us on this ghostly adventure.
Isles of Shoals
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Leave the crowds and explore the ghostly Isles of Shoals. Located at the border of New Hampshire and Maine, the haunted islands can only be accessed via a private boat from Rye Harbor. The islands are home to the history of the 19th century Smuttynose Murders, making them both historically and naturally fascinating.
Old Hill Village, New Hampshire
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The remains of Old Hill Village in New Hampshire are one of the many ghost towns of New England. Step back into the early 1900s and see what remains of the once bustling town. Instead of a community that was once thriving with a business and a railway, you’ll now only find the scattered stone foundations that were left after the town chose to relocate to possibly save themselves from disappearing completely.
Livermore, New Hampshire
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White Mountain National Forest is home to the fascinating ruins of the once-thriving logging town of Livermore, New Hampshire. Founded in 1876, Livermore suffered a series of unfortunate events that left the town abandoned. Visitors to the forest are able to explore the relics of Livermore’s silent mill, the long-gone railroad, and the ruins that help tell the iconic stories of the logging industry.
Madame Sherri’s Castle Ruins, Chesterfield, New Hampshire
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Medieval Castle ruins in Chesterfield, New Hampshire, stimulate the imagination by offering the experience of stepping into a fairy-tale. As you make your way to the stone stairway of Madame Sherri’s Castle, imagine the parlor gatherings of the late 1920’s that drew the most curious and eclectic crowds. Ghost hunters, history buffs, and nature enthusiasts are all sure to enjoy the exploration of the serene grounds, and listen to the stories of lavish parties and lost granduer the old stones have to tell…and, perhaps, hear traces of laughter from the past. tranquil destination
Zealand, New Hampshire
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Nestled in New Englands white mountains is the now-silent logging town of Zealand, New Hampshire. Zealand operated a grand 200-horsepower mill that drew in thousands of workers and a supplied a large regional rail line. The eerie stillness and remnants of historic structures invite the curious traveler to explore the lost forest and reflect on this forgotten chapter in history. historic buildings
Monson Village, New Hampshire
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New Hampshire’s history is captured in Monson Village. The ghost town captures the colonial feel with its ruins and trails on over 200 acres. Each stop is marked to show what the settlers lived through. After your personal exploration, take the opportunity to visit the nearby town of Hollis. There will be no crowds blocking your exploration as there are at normal tourist spots.
Roxbury, New Hampshire
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Roxbury, New Hampshire is home to a ghost town with silence storing the remnants of a prosperous 1830s mining town. The Great Depression and concrete over stone brought it to ruin. After the loss of so many towns, visited this place is like walking the narrative of the history of deserted places.
Carrigain, New Hampshire
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Have you ever wanted to travel to places with no people? In Carrigain, a historic lumber town in New Hampshire, you are able to visit an old mill that used to be part of the lumber industry, along with an old railroad that used to transport supplies and lumber. The town of Hill, where the town and the river once coexisted, is no longer in existence as a result of the Franklin Falls Reservoir, which now makes it easier to see and experience the remains of foundations and structures. These ghost towns in New Hampshire provide an opportunity to experience the beautiful and haunting side of history, while walking among the creepy and dark forests.
Freetown, New Hampshire
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While traveling in New Hampshire, Freetown is a place where you can step back into time. Established in the 1700s, this ghost town once provided sustenance for a flourishing mill, and it now invites travelers to explore the remains of the mill and attempt to piece the town together.
Kilkenny, New Hampshire
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Kilkenny is a ghost town located within Coos County in New Hampshire. Here, the unspoiled past and present blend together wonderfully. The rustic trails leading from Mount Waumbek to the calming waters of Priscilla Brook offer a unique opportunity to relive the history that once transformed the place from a densely populated town to a in the midst of a cozy isolation. Imagine what the Willard Bowl, a former planned ski area, would have looked like as you walk along the once-existent railway.
Hanton City, Rhode Island
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Enjoy a one-of-a-kind adventure to Hanton City, designated as Rhode Island’s ‘Lost City.’ This colonial-era ghost town has been consumed by time and vegetation. Explore overgrown passageways, the remains of walls, an old dam, and the eerie Alfred Smith Cemetery. The history of this lost town is one of intrigue. Was it an internment camp for Loyalists during the American Revolutionary War, or a refuge for three English families after King Philip’s War?
Dogtown, Cape Ann, Massachusetts
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Dogtown in Cape Ann, Massachusetts has rich history waiting to be explored. You will walk through what used to be a community of 18th century people with a history of witchcraft, wild dogs, and more. If you are interested, there are more fun things to do here, especially if you like to explore and discover. Dogtown has a unique collection of the remains of the Great Depression and unusual carved rocks. These items create an adventurous atmosphere and help keep the community adventurous and daring.
East Weare, New Hampshire
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There is a ghost town in East Weare, New Hampshire and it is called East Weare. When the town was inhabited, it was a flourishing farming town where 60 families lived. The town that had churches, a school, and a train depot. Now because of the Everett Flood Control Project in the 1960’s it is underwater. The drowned town is now a park called Clough State Park, which has beautiful views of the dam and a tranquil beach as well as the ghost town from the underwater town.
