History of Grafton, New Hampshire, USA

1839 - Grafton
Grafton, New Hampshire
Grafton county, is bounded N.E. by Orange, S.E. by Danbury, S.W. by Springfield, and N.W. by Enfield. It is 36 miles N.W. from Concord and 13 S.E. from Dartmouth college. It is watered by branches of Smith's and Mascomy rivers. Heard's river, a small tributary to Smith's river, waters the S.E. part. There are 5 ponds. The largest, containing from 200 to 300 acres, is called Grafton pond. Two are named Mud ponds. The surface of Grafton is very hilly, in some parts very mountainous; and the soil is so rocky as, in many places, to be unfit for cultivation. There are, however, some good tracts of land. The Grafton turnpike, leading from Andover to Orford bridge, passes through the E. part, and the 4th N.H. turnpike, from Concord to Hanover, through the W. part. In this town there is a remarkable ledge, called the Pinnacle, on the S. side of which the ground rises by a gradual ascent to the summit; but on the N. side, it falls nearly 150 feet, within the distance of ... Read MORE...

1854 - Grafton
GRAFTON, a post - township in Grafton co., New Hampshire, on the Northern railroad, 44 miles N. N. W. from Concord. Pop., 1259.
A New and Complete Gazetteer of the United States: Giving a Full and Comprehensive Review of the Present Condition, Industry, and Resources of the American Confederacy ... Thomas Baldwin (of Philadelphia.) Joseph Thomas January 1, 1854 Philadelphia : Lippincott, Grambo & Company 1854.

1895 - Grafton
Grafton, a post - village of Grafton co., N.H., in Grafton township, and on the Northern Railroad, 44 miles N.W. of Concord. It has 2 churches. The township has quarries of mica and manufactures of lumber. Pop. 787.
Lippincott's Gazetteer of the World: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World Containing Notices of Over One Hundred and Twenty-five Thousand Places ... Joseph Thomas January 1, 1895 J.B. Lippincott

1916 - Grafton
Grafton, a post - village of Grafton co., N.H., in Grafton township (town), on the Boston and Maine R., 44 miles NW. of Concord. The town has quarries of mica and manu-factures of lumber. Pop. in 1900, 748.
Lippincotts New Gazetteer: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World, Containing the Most Recent and Authentic Information Respecting the Countries, Cities, Towns, Resorts, Islands, Rivers, Mountains, Seas, Lakes, Etc., in Every Portion of the Globe, Part 1 Angelo Heilprin Louis Heilprin - January 1, 1916 J.B. Lippincott - Publisher

There are plenty of places to go and things to do in Grafton and its surrounding areas. Here are some of them:
Grafton Pond
Grafton Pond is a stunning natural gem that offers various recreational activities. You can go swimming, kayaking, or canoeing in the clear waters. Fishing enthusiasts will find plenty of opportunities to catch a variety of fish species. Additionally, there are hiking trails around the pond, making it a great spot for a leisurely stroll in a serene environment.

Cardigan Mountain State Park
For outdoor enthusiasts, Cardigan Mountain State Park is a must-visit. The park features numerous trails with varying levels of difficulty, including the popular West Ridge Trail leading to the summit of Mount Cardigan. Once you reach the top, you'll be rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, especially during the fall foliage season.

Sculptured Rocks Natural Area
Located nearby in Groton, Sculptured Rocks Natural Area is a unique geological attraction. The Cockermouth River has carved intricate potholes and chasms into solid rock, creating a... Read MORE...