70. Seabrook Station Seabrook Station Nuclear Power Plant, the state’s sole nuclear energy facility, is a surprisingly fun place to visit. The plant’s Science & Nature Center offers educational displays about energy and the environment, including a simulated elevator ride 260 feet below sea level to the plant’s cooling tunnels. Plus, find a marine touch tank and boardwalk nature trail that winds throughout the plant's woods and marshland area. WWW.NEXTERAENERGYRESOURCES.COMS • SEABROOK
69. PYO Blueberries Blueberries typically ripen in New Hampshire in mid- to late July. Great spots for a morning or afternoon of pick-your-own fun include Bartlett’s Blueberry Farm in Newport, Berry Good Farm in Goffstown and Blueberry Bay Farm in Stratham.
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67. Fire Towers Mountaintop fire towers offer views for miles. At Pack Monadnock at Miller State Park in Peterborough, drive or hike to the summit, then climb the fire tower for views all the way to Boston on a clear day. Near Warner, hike or drive to the summit of Mount Kearsarge for panoramic fire tower views north to Mount Washington.
Charmingfare Farm
Where can you get up close and personal with chickens, pigs, goats, and...a camel? At Charmingfare Farm in Candia. Kids can feed and pet lambs and llamas, then head off on the trails to visit more exotic creatures like wolverines, wolves, reindeer and yes, a camel. Hayrides, pony rides, and a playground make for a day of fun. WWW.VISITTHEFARM.COM
66. Mount Washington Auto Road You know you want that bumper sticker that says, "This Car Climbed Mount Washington," so make your way to the Mount Washington Auto Road and go for it. With often crazy weather, winding roads, and spectacular vistas, this is a car ride you’ll never forget. The toll road leaves from Pinkham Notch/Route 16. WWW.MTWASHINGTONAUTOROAD.COM • PINKHAM NOTCH
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