The Henderson-Swasey Town Forest is a 220-acre area of conservation land managed by the Exeter Conservation Commission. Management is also guided by a long-term forest management plan which includes occasional selective harvesting. The area is located west of Newfields Road (NH-85) near the rail-road trestle underpass.
This area has a well-established trail system that provides outdoor opportunities, including cross-country skiing, running and jogging, hiking, orienteering, and mountain biking. The trail connects to the Oaklands Town Forest trail network to the north through a large culvert that runs beneath NH-101.
Though the main trailhead is west of Newfields Road, several other access points exist on private lands including: via the Commerce Way cul-de-sac off of Industrial Drive and behind the Norris Brook Condominiums.
Restrooms on site
Wheelchair accessible trail
Entrance fee
Content from Henderson-Swasey Town Forest brochure and trail map
Last updated October 24, 2023