When winter arrives in New Hampshire it transforms our already beautiful scenery into otherworldly scenes of winter wonder. Nowhere is this more evident than in the state’s many small towns and villages. Here you can find snow-draped streets, icy rivers, and warm, welcoming shops where you get can get out of the cold. One of these destinations is the classic New Hampshire small town of Peterborough.

Peterborough is a small town in the Monadnock Region of New Hampshire that lies along the Contoocook River.
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The river, along with Nubanusit Brook, made Peterborough a prosperous mill town during the 19th century.
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As with many small New Hampshire towns and villages, Peterborough takes on a wintry charm once the snow starts flying.
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The back roads of Peterborough provide the best scenes of winter as the countryside becomes draped in fresh snow.
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Peterborough lies in the shadow of scenic Mt. Monadnock, the most prominent mountain in southern New Hampshire.
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Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy snowshoeing and cross-country skiing along the trails at Edward MacDowell Dam and Lake.
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The town has an abundance of walking trails where you can bundle up with your favorite hot beverage and wander in the snow.
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For more on all there is to do and see in this classic New Hampshire small town, visit the Town of Peterborough website and be sure to follow the Town of Peterborough on Facebook for the latest happenings.

Explore more New Hampshire small towns in winter by planning visits to Franconia, Jackson, New London, and Bethlehem. Stay warm out there and have fun!

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