History of Northwood, New Hampshire, USA

1839 - Northwood
Northwood, New Hampshire
Rockingham county. There are a number of ponds in this town, and excellent fishing. Suncook pond, 750 rods long, 100 wide; Jenness' pond, 300 rods long, 50 wide; Harvey's pond, 200 rods long, from 40 to 80 wide; a part of Great Bow pond is also in this town, and a part of North river pond; Pleasant pond, and Little Bow pond. The north branch of Lamprey river has its rise in this town near Saddleback mountain, a high ridge between this town and Deerfield. On the E. side of this ridge are found crystals and crystalline spars of various colors and sizes. This town has an elevated site, and commands a distant and varied prospect. The waters flowing from the farm of the late Jonathan Clarke, Esq., one of the first settlers, fall into three different rivers, the Suncook, Lamprey, and Isinglass. The soil of this town is generally moist, and well suited to grazing. Northwood was originally a part of Nottingham, and was settled in 1763. Northwood is 20 miles E. from... Read MORE...

1854 - Northwood
NORTHWOOD, a township in Rockingham co., New Hampshire, 20 miles E. from Concord. Population, 1308.
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 - Northwood
NORTHWOOD, a township in Rockingham co., New Hampshire. Pop. 1430. It contains Northwood Centre, Northwood Narrows, Northwood Ridge, and East Northwood.
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

Here's a list of places to go and things to do in Northwood and its surrounding areas:
Pawtuckaway State Park:
Explore the beautiful Pawtuckaway Lake and enjoy swimming, kayaking, or canoeing.

Hike the numerous trails, including the popular North Mountain Trail for panoramic views.

Northwood Meadows State Park:
Ideal for picnicking and bird-watching with its serene meadows and forested areas.

Take a leisurely stroll around the pond and enjoy the peaceful ambiance.

Boulder Point Recreation Area:
Play a round of disc golf on the 18-hole course.
Bring your kids to the playground or have a family picnic.

Visit the James E. Hoyt House, a well-preserved historic home that offers a glimpse into Northwood's past.

Explore local cemeteries, like the First Northwood Burial Ground, which holds a wealth of historical information.

Coe-Brown Northwood Academy Museum:
Discover the history of the Coe-Brown Northwood Academy, a local educational institution, at its museum.

Go fishing in the town's lakes and rivers, like the Merrymeeting River.

Farm Stands... Read MORE...