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Ponemah Bog

Amherst, N.H.

Summary

An extensive peat bog with walkways and observation platforms.

Total Trail Length:0.5 mi.
Max. Elevation Change:0 ft.
Avg. Difficulty:Easy
Access Point(s):Rhodora Dr. at bend in road.
Activities:Hiking, birding, plant study
Prohibited:All motorized vehicles, biking, snowmobiling, pets, alcohol

Description

This true quaking bog reached from Rhodora Drive is owned and maintained by the Audubon Society of New Hampshire (ASNH). A boardwalk resting on the bog surface circles the unique wetland. Plants that thrive on the acid bog soil and many neotropical birds can be found here. A substantial observation stand affords an excellent view of the bog.

For more information, see the ASNH Ponemah Bog Web page.

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