PLC first acquired Blackbriar Woods in 2011 and then Black Brook Preserve in 2015. Together these two properties contain 230 acres of forest containing a trail system for passive recreation. With water frontage along Black brook, numerous vernal pools, and a beaver lodge, this property is great for a family outing or just to get some fresh air
Description:
Blackbriar Woods consists of 129.3 acres and Black Brook contains an additional 101 acres.
Key Features:
Forestland, wetlands
Directions:
Montelona Rd. 0.7 mi. west of Tirrell Hill Rd., south on Shanty (GPS @ 197 Montelona Rd.) 0.2 mi; parking area on left.
Parking:
Parking area off of Shanty Road.
TRAILS
Bob's Trail (.65 miles)
The Bob trail can be accessed from Shanty Road off of Montelona Rd. The .65 mile trail, marked with white diamonds, passes by numerous vernal pools and ends at a beaver dam and pond.
Blackbriar Trail (1.5 miles)
The Blackbriar Trail can be accessed from Bob’s trail. The 1.5-mile loop, marked with blue diamonds, passes along Black Brook.
Fieldstone Trail (.70 miles)
The Fieldstone Trail was created in 2020 to create access to the Blackbriar and Bob's Trail for the residents of Fieldstone Drive. The trail can be accessed from the beginning of Fieldstone Drive or at the end of the cul-de-sac. The trail is marked with orange diamonds.
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Help us preserve the land
- Passive recreation allowed (hiking, mt. biking, xc skiing, horseback riding)
- Dogs must be kept on leash
- Stay on designated trail
- No motorized wheeled vehicles
- No camping or fires
Still have questions about allowed uses? Give us a call at (603) 487-3331 or email plc@plcnh.org
