Jericho Mountain State Park

Highlights

Ride-in, ride-out convenience, dramatic North Country scenery, and real trail mileage make Jericho one of New Hampshire's strongest equestrian overnights.

Riding

The riding is broad, scenic, and energetic, with the surrounding mountains lending real drama to a day in the saddle. Expect multi-use terrain and a trail system substantial enough to keep the experience feeling exploratory rather than repetitive. This is not a dainty bridle-path setting; it is a robust outdoor destination where you can cover ground, enjoy views, and build a true trail-day itinerary. Horses comfortable in a shared, active trail environment tend to shine here.

Rideable terrain

50+ miles

Trailer parking

Jericho is built for trail-based arrival, with established parking, staging, and ride-in/ride-out infrastructure that makes hauling in feel unusually straightforward.

Horse regulations

Ride only on routes open to equestrian use and follow all posted park rules, seasonal notices, and current conditions. Jericho is a shared-use trail destination, so riders should be prepared for other permitted users and should keep horses steady, controlled, and responsive in a more active recreation environment.

Getting here

Use 298 Jericho Lake Road in Berlin and plan to arrive with enough time to take advantage of the park's organized setup. Jericho stands out because the arrival experience feels intentionally designed for trail users: parking is established, access is clear, and you are not trying to wedge a horse trailer into a space meant for day hikers. If you are staying overnight, the ride-in/ride-out campground setup is one of the park's biggest strengths and is worth securing early when demand is high.

Planning your visit

Jericho rewards advance planning. Mud season, weather, and trail-status changes can affect the experience, and the most seamless visits usually combine early arrival, confirmed campground or lodging arrangements, and a route plan matched to your horse's comfort in a multi-use setting. If you want New Hampshire trail riding with both substance and infrastructure, this is one of the smartest picks in the state.

Where to stay

Jericho is one of the clearest overnight winners in New Hampshire thanks to its 20-site ride-in/ride-out campground, cabins, bathhouse, and visitor-centered amenities. Even if you come primarily for the riding, the ease of staying on-site makes the whole trip feel more polished. It is exactly the kind of infrastructure that elevates a destination from interesting to highly workable for a school-project luxury guide.