Monadnock State Park Gilson Pond Area, NH

Park Information

Monadnock State Park is located in and around the 3,165-ft. Mount Monadnock. The park offers year-round recreational opportunities.

Monadnock is not an easy hike. All routes to the top include very steep and rocky sections. Recreationists should possess the necessary knowledge, skill, and equipment to ensure their own safety. Users assume all risk while recreating in State Park lands.

Hikers interested in finding out current conditions prior to heading out can call the park directly at (603) 532-8862.

In the winter and spring, trails may be icy. Microspikes are recommended.

Pets are not permitted in the park. Please note that this law includes all trails and areas on Mount Monadnock that are within Monadnock State Park boundaries.

The $15 vehicle fee covers day use admission for the driver and occupants of the vehicle. Vehicle must be non-commercial with a maximum of 6 occupants.

Individual season passes cover the passholder, all other vehicle occupants will be charged $5 each.

Cancellations

Cancellations MUST be made prior to 9AM of the day of your visit. There will be no refunds due to weather, insects, or failure to attend the park without prior notice. Refunds requested for extenuating circumstances must be submitted to: nhparks@dncr.nh.gov where they will be evaluated on a case by case basis.

Pet Policy

Pets are not permitted at this park. Anyone entering with a pet will be asked to leave.

For more information on the NH State Parks Pet Policy, or to see where pets are allowed, please visit: https://www.nhstateparks.org/planning/pet-friendly-state-parks

Discount for New Hampshire Seniors:

Indicate that you are a senior on your order details page and you will not be charged the day-use/parking fee. However, there is a $1 transaction fee for using the online reservation system.

To receive your discount at our per vehicle locations (Hampton Beach State Park (South), Wallis Sands State Park, Livermore Falls, Monadnock State Park), check the NH Senior Citizens box listed among the other complementary entrance options in the primary occupant profile section of the order details page.

If you choose not to purchase a day use pass or parking pass reservation, we will be setting aside a limited number of parking spaces for seniors based upon historical use. This does not guarantee space will be available when you arrive at the park.