Dundee Community Forest

Nestled in New Hampshire’s White Mountains, rich forests of spruce and maple, pristine streams, and stunning peaks are an outdoor enthusiast’s wild playground. It’s no wonder that Mount Washington Valley is one of the busiest tourist destinations in the state with its abundance of alpine skiing, cross country skiing, mountain biking, and hiking opportunities. But as popularity continues to grow in the area, so does the robust market for vacation homes. When 1,250 acres became available for protection—one of the largest unprotected properties in Mount Washington Valley—Trust for Public Land worked with local residents in Bartlett and Jackson as well as the Upper Saco Valley Land Trust to protect the green spaces New Hampshirites love most.

By creating the Dundee Community Forest, this incredible landscape is protected from development and fragmentation, forever. Hikers, hunters, skiers, fishermen, and more can continue to enjoy access and connection to nature’s healing powers. It also protects nearly 3.5 miles of pristine streams, some of which flow into Wildcat Brook, a nationally designated Wild and Scenic River, and ultimately the Saco River, a drinking water source for approximately 250,000 people in 35 towns. Built by the community, for the community, Dundee Community Forest will continue to connect more people to the outdoors for years to come.