Articles Archive
Below is a complete list in chronological order of all the blog articles posted on ScenicNH Photography. Our write-ups are driven by photography and focus on conservation and historic preservation in the New Hampshire White Mountains and the New England region; articles range from abandoned settlements in the White Mountains to human impact issues to interesting places in New England.

Cherry Mountain, White Mountains - Once referred to as Pondicherry Mountain, Cherry Mountain is in the New Hampshire towns of Carroll and Jefferson. The mountain consists of two peaks: Mount Martha (3,557 feet) and Owl’s Head. Mount Martha, the highest of the two peaks, is one of the mountains on ...

Benjamin Lincoln Ball, Mount Washington - On Mount Washington in New Hampshire, along the Nelson Crag Trail, there is a feature known as “Ball Crag”. It’s named for Doctor Benjamin Lincoln Ball (1820-1859). Born in Northborough, Massachusetts, he was a Harvard graduate, dentist, traveler, and author of two books: Rambles ...

Jefferson Notch Road, White Mountains – Today, this seasonal road in New Hampshire connects Base Road in Crawford’s Purchase with Valley Road in Jefferson; it begins in Crawford’s Purchase, travels through Chandler's Purchase, Thompson and Meserve's Purchase, Low and Burbank's Grant, and ends at Valley Road in Jefferson. The highest ...

Jefferson Turnpike, White Mountains – The Jefferson Turnpike Incorporation (Jefferson Turnpike) was incorporated on December 11, 1804; the turnpike opened in 1811. Incorporators were Joseph Whipple, Obed Hall, and Stephen Wilson. This short-lived toll road traveled from the 10th New Hampshire Turnpike (today’s Route 302 ) in Carroll, New Hampshire, ...

Fabyan Guard Station, Carroll - Located along the old Cherry Mountain Road in Carroll, New Hampshire, there is an interesting piece of White Mountains history, the Fabyan Guard Station. Clifford L. Graham built the Fabyan Guard Station (also called the Fabyan Cabin) in 1923; he would eventually become Supervisor of ...

Forest Road Status, White Mountains - Here in the New Hampshire White Mountains, the U.S. Forest Service closes roads within the White Mountain National Forest throughout the year. These forest roads are closed for numerous reasons, and many are closed to vehicle traffic during the snow season. In the spring, ...

Cog Railway Hotel Proposal, Mount Washington - The owner of the Mount Washington Cog Railway is again proposing a restaurant and hotel accommodations on New Hampshire's Mount Washington. However, this project is a little different than the 35-room hotel proposal he made a few years ago. The Cog Railway owns ...

Resolution Shelter, Presidential Range-Dry River Wilderness - The Resolution shelter site is located off of the 14-mile long Davis Path in the federally designated Presidential Range-Dry River Wilderness in the New Hampshire White Mountains. Designated by the 1975 Eastern Wilderness Act, then expanded in 1984 by the New Hampshire Wilderness ...

October History, White Mountains - October in the White Mountains is like no other month. With fall foliage peaking during this time of year, our mountain towns, hiking trails, and roadways are crowded with travelers interested in viewing the spectacular foliage...[Continue reading] ...

September History, White Mountains - When it comes to White Mountains history, two significant events took place in September. One event took place took along Route 3 near Lincoln on a September night in 1961. And the second event, which happened in 1964, involves President Lyndon Johnson making conservation history ...

August History, White Mountains - When it comes to White Mountains history, some interesting events happened during August. Landslides in 1885 changed the landscape of the Tripyramids, fire destroyed Woodstock Lumber Company’s huge mill complex in 1913, and a grand resort (Profile House) burned down in 1923. But this is ...

July History, White Mountains - July in the New Hampshire White Mountains is a great time of year. Hikers are exploring the trails, fishermen are fishing the rivers, and campers are enjoying the campgrounds. Throughout the history of the White Mountains, outdoor recreation has been a favorite pastime for many ...

June History, White Mountains - Many photographers love visiting the New Hampshire White Mountains during June. This time of year, the subject matter is endless, and photographers can shoot from sunrise to sunset. And with Covid restrictions being eased, the region will be filled with busy photographers this month. If ...

April History, White Mountains - When it comes to the history of the New Hampshire White Mountains, like March, so many historical events took place throughout the years during the month of April that listing all of them isn’t possible. So included here are just a few interesting historical events....[Continue ...

Identifying Historical Artifacts, White Mountains - If you are picking up trash in the New Hampshire White Mountains during the 2020 human impact issue, please educate yourself about historical artifacts and the laws that protect them. I now know of two instances where do-gooders picking up trash removed artifacts, thinking ...

Ammonoosuc River Waterfalls, White Mountains - Beginning at Lakes of the Clouds on Mount Washington in Sargent’s Purchase, this roughly 55 mile long river travels through a number of towns before draining into the Connecticut River at Woodsville in the town Haverhill. Ammonoosuc is an Abenaki word meaning “fish place” ...

Sanders Bridge, Randolph Path - Originally built in 1976, the Sanders Bridge crosses Cold Brook along the Randolph Path in Low and Burbank's Grant, New Hampshire. It is a memorial to Miriam Sanders, who was a long-time resident of Randolph and treasurer of the Randolph Mountain Club (RMC) for many ...

Trailside History, White Mountains - The history of the trail system in the New Hampshire White Mountains is amazing; early 19th-century trail builders are true legends of the White Mountains, and they are forever implanted into the history books. Trails built in the 1800s, such as Crawford Path, Davis Path, ...

Memorial Bridge, Randolph - Built in 1923-1924, Memorial Bridge crosses Cold Brook along “The Link” trail in Randolph, New Hampshire. The bridge was dedicated as a memorial to Randolph's early pathmakers (19th-century trail builders) on August 23, 1924. These early pathmakers are responsible for cutting many of the trails in ...

Abandoned Mills, White Mountains - During the 1800s and early 1900s, cut-up mills, grist mills, sawmills, and various other types of mills were found throughout New Hampshire. And because of the abundance of water in the White Mountains, there was no shortage of water-powered mills in the region. This blog ...

Baston Falls, Woodstock - This forgotten waterfall on Baston Brook in Woodstock, New Hampshire is kinda of a mystery. Using possibly the only historical reference that mentions this waterfall, it is easy to find, but it's not where we think it is. However, based on property maps of Woodstock, it ...

Pemigewasset Wilderness, Random History - This designated wilderness is the result of one the greatest conservation laws ever passed; the Wilderness Act, which has protected over 109 million acres across the United States. While the history of New Hampshire's Pemigewasset Wilderness mostly revolves around the East Branch & Lincoln Railroad, ...

Ripley Falls, Crawford Notch - Located on Avalanche Brook in Crawford Notch, New Hampshire, the 100 foot Ripley Falls is one of the more picturesque waterfalls in the White Mountains. The Arethusa-Ripley Falls Trail passes by this waterfall. And while the waterfall is impressive, the history of Ripley Falls ...

Random Trail History, White Mountains - Think about these White Mountains history facts for a minute. Crawford Path is the oldest continuously-used mountain trail in America. Trail maker Charles E. Lowe and Dr. William G. Nowell built Lowe’s Path in 1875-1876. Nathaniel Davis, son-in-law of Abel and Hannah Crawford, ...

Mount Tecumseh, 4,000 Footers Hiking List - On the same day that I publicized my Owl’s Head, Conserving Wilderness article, the Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) posted an article about some of the mountains on the White Mountain 4,000 footers hiking list may not be over 4,000 feet. Being over 4,000 ...

Owl’s Head, Conserving Wilderness - This remote mountain in the western region of the Pemigewasset Wilderness creates much debate. Established in 1984 under the New Hampshire Wilderness Act, the 45,000-acre Pemigewasset Wilderness is managed under the National Wilderness Preservation System and the Wilderness Act. Considered to be one of the ...

Russell-Colbath House - The Russell-Colbath House is a 19th-century historic house along the Kancamagus Highway in Albany, New Hampshire. Albany was first chartered in 1766 under the name Burton and then renamed Albany in 1833. This old house holds the fascinating story of Ruth Priscilla Russell: the grand old lady ...

2018 Holiday Print Sale, White Mountains - Now through December 31, 2018, you can receive a discount on any print order you make directly through my printing company, FineArtAmerica. This discount can be used to purchase canvas, framed and metal prints, greeting cards, and home decor (throw pillows, shower curtains)....[Continue ...

Random History, White Mountains - My work as a photographer has allowed me to explore and document many historical sites in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. And it really has changed the way I view the White Mountains. It amazes me that Darby Field made the first ascent ...

National Trails Day, White Mountains - Today is American Hiking Society’s National Trails Day, an annual event held on the first Saturday in June. And the intention of this day is to celebrate and create awareness for America's Trail system. It is also a day to recognize the work of ...

Village of Wildwood, New Hampshire - When it comes to the abandoned villages in New Hampshire, the logging village of Livermore is often included in the conversation. But, the story of the lesser known village of Wildwood is a fascinating piece of White Mountains history. The area known as Wildwood ...

Trail Construction, White Mountains - In 2011, Tropical Storm Irene caused massive destruction along the East coast of the United States. The White Mountain National Forest was officially closed during the storm. Many trails in the White Mountains were damaged. And this series of photos shows how one trail that ...

Forgotten Woodstock, New Hampshire - Chartered in 1763 by Governor Benning Wentworth, the town of Woodstock was first incorporated as Peeling. The charter, consisting of 25,000 acres, was granted to Eli Demerit and others and was divided into ninety-eight equal shares. In 1771, the land was re-granted to Nathaniel Cushman ...

2017 New Hampshire Print Sale - From now through December 31, 2017, you can receive a surprise discount on any print order you make directly through my printing company, FineArtAmerica. This discount can be used to purchase acrylic, canvas, and metal prints, greeting cards, and home decor (throw pillows, shower ...

Vandalism, White Mountains - A common topic among many outdoor enthusiasts is all the vandalism in the White Mountains. And this imagery is intended to create awareness for a very concerning issue here in the New Hampshire White Mountains. However, keep in mind that some outdoor enthusiasts feel some of ...

Abstract Water Scenes, White Mountains - Most of the easily accessible roadside water scenes in the New Hampshire White Mountains have been photographed from every possible angle. And trying to find a unique perspective can be a tough task for any photographer....[Continue reading] ...

Definition of Wilderness, White Mountains - I am currently working on a project that has brought back into the Pemigewasset Wilderness. The recreational opportunities, historical value, and educational platform this wilderness offers will educate outdoor enthusiasts for many years to come. These areas are governed under the National Wilderness Preservation ...

Beaver Brook Cascades, Kinsman Notch - The numerous waterfalls in Kinsman Notch are often overlooked. I can only guess Kinsman Notch’s reputation of having rough terrain is what keeps most away from exploring this incredible Notch....[Continue reading] ...

Forgotten White Mountains - When most think about the New Hampshire White Mountains, the beauty of the region first comes to mind. The mighty Mount Washington rules the Presidential Range and keeps visitors of the area busy for hours. And during the winter months, ski areas offer an unforgettable view ...

Trail Blazing, Trail Stewardship - Painted trail blazing (paint marks on trees that mark the path of a trail) along the White Mountains trail system is an endless complaint among outdoor enthusiasts. Either the trail is excessively blazed or not blazed enough. I don’t mind the trails that have little ...

Trail Ladders & Stairs, Trail Stewardship - Today’s blog article focuses on a keyword search term. I chose one search term, trail ladder, and searched my image archive to see what imagery I have available that represents this area of trail stewardship. And because staircases and ladders are often considered ...

Greed and Selfishness, White Mountains - As the new year progresses, I find myself re-evaluating my values as both an environmental photographer and outdoor enthusiast. The sacred places I love and cherish in the New Hampshire White Mountains are all falling victim to the greedy hand of man...[Continue reading] ...

Pemigewasset Wilderness, Conservation Success - The 45,000-acre Pemigewasset Wilderness is the result of one the greatest conservation laws ever passed; The Wilderness Act. Unlike in today’s world where everyone wants to gut the Wilderness Act for selfish reasons, the creators of the Wilderness Act were truly concerned about the well ...

Cog Railway Hotel Proposal, Mt Washington - As you look at the above image can you imagine a 35 room hotel along the Cog Railway in the area you see? I know, it seems far-fetched. But the reality is the Mount Washington Cog Railway is in the early stages of ...

Scenes of November, New Hampshire - November in the White Mountains is unlike any other month. For a short period of time during this month, in between leaf peeping and ski season, the region is comparable to a ghost town. And as a photographer, I like this time of year ...

2016 White Mountains Print Sale - Now through December 31, 2016, you can receive a surprise discount on any print order you make directly through my printing company, FineArtAmerica. This discount can be used to purchase acrylic, canvas, and metal prints, greeting cards, and home decor (throw pillows, shower curtains) ...

Historic Stone Structures, White Mountains - In my work documenting historic sites in the New Hampshire White Mountains I have photographed some interesting and unique stone structures. Visiting an abandoned 1800s homestead in the middle of the forest is a surreal experience. And today I want to share with you ...

Mount Tecumseh Vandalism, Illegal Tree Cutting - Since 2011, Erin Paul has been unofficially volunteering his time to document illegal tree cutting on Mount Tecumseh, New Hampshire. And he reports any findings to Forest Service's law enforcement division. Forest Service is investigating this vandalism, and if they can determine who ...

Don't Remove Historic Artifacts - Here in the New Hampshire White Mountains, outdoor recreation is growing at an alarming rate. And there has been a huge surge of people exploring the many historical sites that are in the region. For historic preservation to be successful, it is imperative that we ...

Scenic Backroads, White Mountains - With the autumn season near, this is a great time to start planning photo excursions into the White Mountains. I have been traveling the backroads of New Hampshire for many years, and always find interesting subject matter along them to photograph. From a photographer's viewpoint, ...

Five images from the month of August - I can’t believe the month of August is just about over. And I realize that I am starting to repeat myself here but the time just flies by now. The White Mountains have been crazy this month. Parking at trailheads has been ...

Mittersill Terrain Improvement Project - Over the last few years, Cannon Mountain and the Franconia Ski Club have been working on an improvement project to better the ski terrain on Mittersill Terrain. The focus of the project is to create a world-class training and racing slope on Baron’s Run. Based ...

Abandoned Dug Wells, White Mountains – Today’s blog article focuses on a keyword search term. I chose one search term in this case “abandoned dug well” and searched my image archive for imagery that represents this subject matter. These keyword searches help identify the subject matter I need more coverage ...

Snyder Brook Waterfalls, White Mountains - Located in the New Hampshire town of Randolph and the township of Low and Burbank's Grant Snyder Brook is a photographer’s and waterfall enthusiasts paradise. The lower portion of Snyder Brook is within the thirty-six acre Snyder Brook Scenic Area, which contains an impressive ...

Scree Walls, Trail Stewardship - Today’s blog article focuses on a keyword search term. I chose one search term in this case “scree wall” and searched my image archive to see what imagery I have available that represents this area of trail stewardship. As photographer, these keyword searches help me ...

Abandoned Bemis Granite Quarry - I recently photographed the forgotten Bemis Granite Quarry in Hart's Location, New Hampshire. This quarry, located along the Sawyer River (above), is small when compared to other quarries, such as the Redstone Granite Quarry, but the history attached to it is intriguing....[Continue reading] ...

June 15, 2016, National Nature Photography Day - Nature Photography Day was created in 2006 by the North American Nature Photography Association. It is an annual event intended to promote conservation and the enjoyment of nature photography. Today is a day to grab your camera and photograph nature.....[Continue reading] ...

Mt Willard Section House Vandalism - In April 2016 the Conway Scenic Railroad, on their Facebook page, posted that the Evan’s family monument at the Mt Willard Section House site had been recently vandalized. I visited the section house site last month and was disappointed to see the vandalism. The ...

Trails of the Pemigewasset Wilderness - At 45,000-acres, the Pemigewasset Wilderness is one of six designated wilderness areas in the White Mountain National Forest. Wilderness areas are governed under the National Wilderness Preservation System and the Wilderness Act of 1964. They are managed much differently than other parts of the ...

Georgiana Falls, Lincoln - Georgiana Falls is a series of breathtaking cascades on Harvard Brook in Lincoln, New Hampshire. These falls consist of two sections, the Lower and Upper Georgiana Falls. There has been confusion on what the proper name of these falls is since the day they were discovered....[Continue ...

Cannon Mountain, Franconia Notch State Park - Located just south of Bald Mountain in Franconia, New Hampshire, which I wrote about last week, is the centerpiece of Franconia Notch State Park, the state-owned Cannon Mountain ski area. Franconia Notch State Park would be much different today if Cannon Mountain wasn't ...

Echo Lake, Franconia Notch State Park - Many photographers who visit the White Mountains of New Hampshire are interested in roadside attractions that can be easily reached. So today I am going to share a great location, Echo Lake, in the northen section of Franconia Notch State Park....[Continue reading] ...

Five Historic Sites, White Mountains - Many historic sites in the New Hampshire White Mountains are well known among locals and tourists while others remain forgotten deep in the forest and probably will never be rediscovered. The known sites can help create awareness for historic preservation....[Continue reading] ...

Human Impact, White Mountains - This photography work focuses on the many ways humans impact the environement. Every day beautiful landscape photos of the New Hampshire White Mountains are posted on social media, and this creates a false belief that the White Mountain National Forest is in a state of ...

Lost Waterfalls, White Mountains - I mentioned in last week’s blog article that I will be spending some time this year photographing forgotten waterfalls in the New Hampshire White Mountains. The reason I will be doing this is because many of these lost waterfalls were discovered and named back in ...

Ellen's Falls, White Mountains - Ellen's Falls is a picturesque waterfall located on Hobbs Brook, about a mile upstream from its junction with the Kancamagus Highway in Albany, New Hampshire. And though I have read visiting these falls requires bushwhacking up the side of Hobbs Brook from the Kancamagus Highway, ...

2015 White Mountains Print Sale - Now through December 31, 2015 you will receive a surprise discount on any print order you make directly through my printing company, FineArtAmerica. This discount can be used to purchase acrylic, canvas and metal prints, and greeting cards. Use code RNMMPM during checkout to ...

Village of Livermore, New Hampshire - The abandoned logging village of Livermore is in the New Hampshire White Mountains. Incorporated by the state of New Hampshire in 1876, Livermore was a logging town in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The village was located along the Sawyer River Railroad, ...

Thoreau Falls Trail Bridge, My Viewpoint - Like many in the New England outdoor community, I have been closely following the Thoreau Falls Trail bridge removal project. I have had interesting conversations as to why the bridge should be replaced, but nothing yet has changed my position, I fully support ...

Roadside Foliage, White Mountains - Here in the New Hampshire White Mountains the autumn foliage is an unforgettable site. Today’s blog article focuses on roadside attractions in the White Mountains region that offer great photo opportunities. The included images are from past years...[Continue reading] ...

Scenes of September, White Mountains - Many New Englanders, myself included, look forward to the cool September nights, and after the heat wave we have had this summer we are finally getting some cool temperatures here in the New Hampshire White Mountains. The problem is the cool air didn’t arrive ...

Sandwich Notch Hill Farming Community – The abandoned Sandwich Notch hill farming settlement is in the New Hampshire White Mountains. During the early nineteenth century, thirty to forty families lived in Sandwich Notch. A few Notch farms did strive, but the rocky terrain of Sandwich Notch was poor for farming, ...

Redstone Granite Quarry, New Hampshire - The Redstone Granite Quarry is an abandoned granite quarry on the side of Rattlesnake Mountain in Redstone, New Hampshire (part of the town of Conway). The quarry opened in the late eighteen hundreds, closed in the nineteen forties and at one time employed over ...

Abandoned Elbow Pond Community - A few years ago, I documented the abandoned Elbow Pond cabin community in Woodstock, New Hampshire. This small community was in the area immediately surrounding Elbow Pond, and should not to be confused with the nineteenth and early twentieth century farming settlements that were once ...

Middle Sister Groundhouse, New Hampshire - The Middle Sister Groundhouse (fire tower) is located on Middle Sister Mountain, along Middle Sister Trail, near Mount Chocorua in Albany, New Hampshire. It was in operation from 1927-1948, and according to the Forest Fire Lookout Association it remained in service until 1948 ...

Mountain Landscapes, Presidential Range - Today, I am going to share with you landscape scenes from along the Appalachian Trail (AT) corridor in the Presidential Range of the New Hampshire White Mountains. I think its safe to say there is no other place in New England like the Presidential Range.....[Continue ...

Sustainable Trail Work, White Mountains - Here in New Hampshire, all we hear about is environmental friendly and sustainable trail work. And how important it is to conserve the trails for future generations. As an environmental photographer, I support this approach to preserving the trail system. And up until ...

Five images from the month of June - Here in the New Hampshire White Mountains the weather during June has been excellent. We have had a few hot days, but you will not hear me complaining about them. This month has been very busy, and because my schedule is full ...

Thoreau Falls Trail, Bridge Removal - In August of 2011, Tropical Storm Irene caused massive erosion damage to the White Mountains trail system in New Hampshire. Some trails were damaged so badly that they have been permanently closed. And to this day trail crews are still repairing Irene damaged trails...[Continue ...

Trail Work, Poor Trail Blaze Removal Practices - In October 2011, Erin Paul photographed newly painted trail blazing along the Mt. Tecumseh Trail in Waterville Valley, New Hampshire. And sometime in the spring 2012, poor trail stewardship practices were used to remove one of the trail blazes. The bark where ...

Greenleaf Trail, Mount Lafayette - Greenleaf Trail is located in Franconia Notch in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. The Greenleaf Trail is named for Colonel Charles Henry Greenleaf, once owner of the Profile House in Franconia Notch. The Greenleaf Hut, along Greenleaf Trail, is named in his honor so ...

Dry Brook Waterfalls, Franconia Notch - With spring officially here, many are making plans to photograph waterfalls in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. Today, I want to introduce to a few waterfalls in Franconia Notch that may interest you. Some may not recognize the name “Dry Brook”, but once ...

Birch Island Brook Falls, Lincoln - Looking at the above image of Birch Island Brook, near Ice Pond, in Lincoln, New Hampshire you would never think there would be small picturesque waterfall along it, but you know the old saying, looks can be deceiving.....[Continue reading] ...

March, White Mountains - In the White Mountains of New Hampshire, March marks the start of spring, but you would never know it with the amount of snow still in the backcountry. We have had cloudy days, cold days, warm days, rainy days and a few snowy days this month ...

February 1959 Plane Crash, Pemigewasset Wilderness - On Saturday, February 21, 1959 a Piper Comanche airplane took off from the Berlin, New Hampshire Airport, around 3:30 p.m., destined for Lebanon, New Hampshire Airport. The pilot was Dr. Ralph E. Miller and his passenger was Dr. Robert E. Quinn. Both were ...

The Bothy 2 Emergency Shelter - Today I want to introduce you to the Bothy 2 emergency shelter made by Terra Nova Equipment, a company based in Derbyshire, England that specializes in outdoor gear. As the name suggests this a two man lightweight windproof emergency shelter for outdoor enthusiasts. I ...

January Scenes, New Hampshire - This month’s weather has been a little on the crazy side, and we seem to be having an endless stretch of cold temperatures. Every trip I took into the White Mountains during the month of January was on overcast or very cold windy days, and...[Continue ...

Happy New Year! I hope everyone had a great New Year's Eve celebration. Its that time of year to make those New Year’s resolutions. Admittedly, I do not make New Year’s resolutions, mainly because I usually end up breaking them before...[Continue reading] ...

Five images from the month of December - Much of New Hampshire is snow free, but the White Mountains and the Great North woods are covered in snow. December has had some interesting weather, and many of the notches and higher elevations have enough snow for snowshoeing...[Continue reading] ...

Tributaries of the Wild Ammonoosuc River - This week I started shooting along one of the tributaries of the Wild Ammonoosuc River in Kinsman Notch of New Hampshire. I was able to take advantage of an overcast day to create a handful of pleasing images along an unnamed brook that ...

The 2014 print sale has started! Now through December 31, 2014 you can receive a surprise discount on any print order you make directly through my printing company, FineArtAmerica. This discount can also be used for canvas and metal print orders.. [Continue reading] ...

Five images from the month of October - Here in the White Mountains of New Hampshire October is all about autumn foliage, and nothing else matters during this time of year, except beautiful foliage scenes. I would use spectacular and breathtaking to describe the 2014 foliage season...[Continue reading] ...

Tributaries of Lost River, Kinsman Notch - I have been capturing scenes along tributaries of Lost River in Kinsman Notch of New Hampshire. Kinsman Notch is located between Mount Moosilauke and the Kinsman Range along Route 112. Mostly known for the Lost River Reservation, Kinsman Notch, in my opinion, is ...

I have been on the road much of October shooting autumn foliage, and with the exception of just one foliage update, I have not had time to write any blog posts. So today I am going to direct you to a new resource page on ScenicNH Photography..[Continue reading] ...

October 6, 2014 White Mountains Foliage Season: The landscape of the Great North Woods and White Mountains of New Hampshire has been in grand form the last few weeks. The autumn foliage is unbelievable this year! And the weather has been perfect for photography and leaf peeping..[Continue reading] ...

Autumn Foliage, White Mountains - Here in the New Hampshire White Mountains, the autumn season is a great time to explore the region. And today, I want to share with you some great places in the White Mountains where you can view and photograph the scenic autumn foliage...[Continue reading] ...

July Scenes, White Mountains - Hazy, hot, and humid best describe the weather we are having this month in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. Many locals and visitors vacationing in the White Mountains have been swimming and enjoying the East Branch of the Pemigewasset [Continue reading] ...

The Nubble (Haystack Mountain) - Bethlehem, New Hampshire
June, New Hampshire White Mountains - How do I know it is June in the White Mountains of New Hampshire? The bugs are out in full force, and man are they bad this year! I have many images from this month ...
June, New Hampshire White Mountains - How do I know it is June in the White Mountains of New Hampshire? The bugs are out in full force, and man are they bad this year! I have many images from this month ...

Red Trillium - Rumney Rocks, New Hampshire
June 15, 2014 - National Nature Photography Day Nature Photography Day was created in 2006 by the North American Nature Photography Association. It is an annual event intended to promote conservation and the enjoyment of nature photography. Today is a day to ...
June 15, 2014 - National Nature Photography Day Nature Photography Day was created in 2006 by the North American Nature Photography Association. It is an annual event intended to promote conservation and the enjoyment of nature photography. Today is a day to ...

Camera Gear, Nature Photography - Last month, I wrote about some things to consider before pursuing a career as a full or part-time freelance nature photographer. Today, I am going to continue off that post with a list of the basic camera gear needed. Gear purchases can ruin your profit ...

Five images from the month of December - Is another year really gone? Wow time flies! For me, December means cleaning external hard drives, more research for 2014 projects, and time off to enjoy the holidays....[Continue reading] ...

Pondicherry National Wildlife Refuge, New Hampshire – Designated a National Natural Landmark in 1974 by the National Park Service, Pondicherry Wildlife Refuge is located in the towns of Jefferson and Whitefield, New Hampshire. The main attraction is Cherry Pond, which can be reached by hiking the Pondicherry Rail Trail for ...

Roaring River Memorial Nature Trail - White Mountains, New Hampshire
Scenes of November, White Mountains - It is hard to believe November is almost in the books. The autumn shooting season is officially done here in the New Hampshire White Mountains, and winter is knocking at the door. I ...
Scenes of November, White Mountains - It is hard to believe November is almost in the books. The autumn shooting season is officially done here in the New Hampshire White Mountains, and winter is knocking at the door. I ...

November 2013, Pemi Wilderness Suspension Bridge Removal Update - The remaining debris from the Pemi Wilderness suspension bridge removal project, along the East Branch of the Pemi, in the New Hampshire White Mountains appears to have been removed out of the designated wilderness area. The debris is now outside of ...

Wildlife Pond - Bethlehem, New Hampshire
Five images from the month of October- In the New England region, October is all about autumn foliage. Photographers and tourists flock to the area to view the breathtaking foliage that takes over the region. October is my busiest month of the year ...
Five images from the month of October- In the New England region, October is all about autumn foliage. Photographers and tourists flock to the area to view the breathtaking foliage that takes over the region. October is my busiest month of the year ...

Camping Ethics, White Mountains - The Leave No Trace program is an effective program that uses simple principles and common sense to promote back-country camping ethics. Creating awareness for camping ethics is an important part of the program. Feel free to share this blog post with your friends...[Continue reading] ...

Night Photography, White Mountains - I am blown away by the number of photographers shooting the New Hampshire Whites Mountains at night. Night photography appears to be the new subject of the New England photography community...[Continue reading] ...

Mittersill-Cannon Trail, Cannon Mountain - In 2012, Senate Bill 217 was introduced to the New Hampshire legislature. The main focus of the bill was the leasing of the Cannon Mountain Ski Area. It also proposed renaming Franconia Notch State Park to Franconia Notch Veterans' Memorial State Park, the building of ...

Lincoln Woods Trail, New Hampshire - Tropical Storm Irene Damaged
July 2013, Lincoln Woods Trail Temporary Closure - The Lincoln Woods Trail in Lincoln, New Hampshire will be temporary closed in mid-August 2013 for six to eight weeks while Forest Service repairs damage from Tropical Storm Irene. You can ...
July 2013, Lincoln Woods Trail Temporary Closure - The Lincoln Woods Trail in Lincoln, New Hampshire will be temporary closed in mid-August 2013 for six to eight weeks while Forest Service repairs damage from Tropical Storm Irene. You can ...

Repaired Trail Blazing, Trail Maintenance - Some of the issues along the Mt Tecumseh Trail in Waterville Valley New Hampshire have been addressed and corrected by Forest Service. I commend Forest Service for correcting issues along this trail. And it is satisfying to know they are taking the needed steps ...

Mount Deception - Carroll, New Hampshire
Scenes of June, White Mountains - The month of June in the White Mountains has been interesting. I am not sure where to start, the rain or the overcast days. We are currently stuck in a dreary weather pattern that is making many ...
Scenes of June, White Mountains - The month of June in the White Mountains has been interesting. I am not sure where to start, the rain or the overcast days. We are currently stuck in a dreary weather pattern that is making many ...

Pemigewasset River - Franconia Notch State Park, New Hampshire
June 15, 2013 - Today is National Nature Photography Day First celebrated in 2006 this annual event is to promote the enjoyment of nature photography. This is a day to grab your camera and photograph nature. The North American Nature ...
June 15, 2013 - Today is National Nature Photography Day First celebrated in 2006 this annual event is to promote the enjoyment of nature photography. This is a day to grab your camera and photograph nature. The North American Nature ...

Walker Cascades, Franconia Notch - Walker Cascades are a series of cascades located on Walker Brook, just off the Old Bridle Path, in Franconia Notch in the New Hampshire White Mountains. I have read a few history books that reference these cascades as being "Walker's Falls", but their description seems ...

East Branch of the Pemigewasset River - Lincoln, New Hampshire
April, White Mountains - I find April to be one of the more challenging months to produce imagery. The landscape is usually covered in "dirty snow", making it tough to produce clean looking imagery. Nothing drives me crazier than ...
April, White Mountains - I find April to be one of the more challenging months to produce imagery. The landscape is usually covered in "dirty snow", making it tough to produce clean looking imagery. Nothing drives me crazier than ...

Lyndonville Air Force Station, Vermont - Here is a quick run down on an interesting abandoned Air Force radar station in New England. Yes, you read correctly, an abandoned radar station in Vermont's Northeast Kingdom. In 1955 the US Air Force built the North Concord Radar Station on East Mountain ...

Swift River - White Mountains, New Hampshire
Scenes of March, New Hampshire - During March I spent a few days shooting along the Kancamagus Scenic Byway in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. I wanted to shoot a few locations along the Byway that have eluded me over the ...
Scenes of March, New Hampshire - During March I spent a few days shooting along the Kancamagus Scenic Byway in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. I wanted to shoot a few locations along the Byway that have eluded me over the ...

Boston and Maine Railroad - Mt Washington Branch
Favorite 5 Black & White images of 2012 - A few weeks ago I posted my 10 favorite images from 2012. What I did not include were any black & white images, so here is my favorite black & white images ...
Favorite 5 Black & White images of 2012 - A few weeks ago I posted my 10 favorite images from 2012. What I did not include were any black & white images, so here is my favorite black & white images ...

Lincoln Woods Suspension Bridge - Lincoln, New Hampshire
September 22, 2012 - Autumn season officially starts today! The colors of the season are starting to appear here in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. It is not peak foliage yet, but photographers visiting the region will have no problem ...
September 22, 2012 - Autumn season officially starts today! The colors of the season are starting to appear here in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. It is not peak foliage yet, but photographers visiting the region will have no problem ...

New Hampshire's Wild Places & Politics - Is it possible for today's conversation photographers not to get involved with the politics needed to protect New Hampshire's wild places? Ten years ago I would have said yes, but today I just don't know?...[Continue reading] ...

Autumn Foliage Season Images by ScenicNH Photography LLC It won't be long before New England is exploding with color! Here is a slideshow to get you in the mood for the autumn foliage season. If you prefer to view the above images in a gallery layout click here. Will ...

Male mallard duck cleaning his feathers
June 15, 2012 - Today is National Nature Photography Day. The North American Nature Photography Association (NANPA) has designated June 15 as "Nature Photography Day". It's a day to grab your camera and explore nature. How and what you focus on is ...
June 15, 2012 - Today is National Nature Photography Day. The North American Nature Photography Association (NANPA) has designated June 15 as "Nature Photography Day". It's a day to grab your camera and explore nature. How and what you focus on is ...

Russell-Colbath House - Albany, New Hampshire
Russell-Colbath Historic Homestead, Albany - The Russell Colbath house is a 19th century homestead located at the Passaconaway Historic Site along the Kancamagus Scenic Byway (Route 112) in Albany, New Hampshire. The homestead has walking trails, flower gardens, and an interesting graveyard ...
Russell-Colbath Historic Homestead, Albany - The Russell Colbath house is a 19th century homestead located at the Passaconaway Historic Site along the Kancamagus Scenic Byway (Route 112) in Albany, New Hampshire. The homestead has walking trails, flower gardens, and an interesting graveyard ...

Softwood Forest - White Mountains, New Hampshire
April 22, 2012 - Happy Earth Day! This is a day to celebrate and create awareness for the environment. Environmental protection is essential for the future well being of the earth. You can read about the history and importance of Earth ...
April 22, 2012 - Happy Earth Day! This is a day to celebrate and create awareness for the environment. Environmental protection is essential for the future well being of the earth. You can read about the history and importance of Earth ...

Fletcher Cascades, Waterville Valley – Fletcher Cascades, located in Waterville Valley of New Hampshire, is an excellent series of cascades to photograph during the spring snow melt, when brooks and rivers are running high. During the summer season, they are no more than a trickle, but are still worth ...

Moose, White Mountains - I do not specialize in wildlife photography, but do have limited wildlife imagery on file. Moose are beautiful creatures, and I have enjoyed photographing the ones I have come across, but my focus has always been on other areas of the environment...[Continue reading] ...

Backcountry Camping Impact, White Mountains - This photography work focuses on backcountry camping impact in the White Mountain National Forest in New Hampshire. Some areas are being littered with trash and are showing signs of surface erosion from heavy usage. And in other areas campsites are completely abandoned; campers are ...

Artists Bluff, Franconia Notch State Park - Artists Bluff is a rocky outcrop on the north end of Franconia Notch State Park in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. This outcrop offers a unique view of Cannon Mountain, Franconia Notch Parkway, Eagle Cliff, Echo Lake and of Mount Lafayette.....[Continue reading] ...

Liberty Gorge, Franconia Notch - Cascade Brook flows through this gorge in the Flume Gorge area of Franconia Notch State Park in Lincoln, New Hampshire. And it is one of the many interesting natural features of Franconia Notch. Today, this water feature is known both as Liberty Gorge and Liberty ...

Greeley Ponds Scenic Area - Located in Livermore, New Hampshire in between Mount Kancamagus and the East Peak of Mount Osceola is the Greeley Ponds Scenic Area. Designated a scenic area in 1964, this 810-acre parcel of land in the White Mountains contains mature hardwood forest and two scenic mountain ...

Ellens Falls, New Hampshire - Located off the Kancamagus Scenic Byway in Albany, New Hampshire on Hobbs Brook, Ellens Falls is one of the many smaller waterfalls that often gets overlooked for one reason or another. I can only guess these falls go unnoticed because visitors are more interested in ...

The Balsams Grand Resort - Dixville Notch, NH
A important conservation campaign is currently taken place to protect 5,800 acres surrounding the Balsams Grand Hotel Resort in Dixville Notch, NH. If you are unaware of the issue checkout the included links. The Society for the Protection of New Hampshire ...
A important conservation campaign is currently taken place to protect 5,800 acres surrounding the Balsams Grand Hotel Resort in Dixville Notch, NH. If you are unaware of the issue checkout the included links. The Society for the Protection of New Hampshire ...

Lafayette Brook Scenic Area, New Hampshire - Located within the Lafayette Brook valley of Franconia, New Hampshire this officially designated scenic area has a surprisingly remoteness that is comparable to the Pemigewasset Wilderness. I can only guess the V shape of the valley is why the area has a secluded ...

Featured - Images by ScenicNH Photography LLC If you only have a few minutes to view images or it is your first time visiting ScenicNH Photography, then the "Featured Image Gallery" is the one to checkout. This gallery is a small selection of New England related images that represent ...

December 2011, Pemi Wilderness Steel Bridge Removal Update - Along with the removal of the suspension bridge that crossed the East Branch of the Pemigewasset River along the Wilderness Trail in the Pemigewasset Wilderness, New Hampshire, a steel beam footbridge along the Wilderness Trail that crossed Black Brook was also ...

Mt Willard Section House, Crawford Notch - Above is the historic Mt Willard Section House (c. 1900) and the Willey Brook Bridge along the old Maine Central Railroad in Crawford Notch, New Hampshire. Completed in August 1875 by the Portland & Ogdensburg Railroad, the building of this railroad was an ...

White Mountains, New Hampshire Waterfalls - One of the greatest challenges of a nature photographer is to photograph a waterfall scene differently than the last thousand photographers who photographed it. Many of the easily accessible waterfalls in the White Mountains have been captured from every possible angle, so trying to ...

Waterfalls, White Mountains - The White Mountain National Forest in New Hampshire is not known for giant waterfalls, but the ones in the region make excellent photography subjects and are fun to explore. They also play an important role in New Hampshire's travel & tourism. Many tourists come to the ...

Hancock Mountains Landslide, 2011 - The landslide above, seen from along the East Branch of the Pemigewasset River, in August 2011, is on the side of the Hancock Mountain Range in the Pemigewasset Wilderness, New Hampshire. This was an old landslide that was in the process of being natural regenerated ...

Holiday Print Sale - Our holiday print sale has started! Now through December 6th receive a surprise discount on all print orders. This includes our new acrylic prints! Many new images from the White Mountains of New Hampshire have been added in preparation for this sale. Use discount code LYRXDT ...

Triple Falls, White Mountains - Triple Falls is a series of three smaller waterfalls consisting of Proteus, Erebus and Evans Falls on Townline Brook in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. They are located a short distance upstream from where Pinkham B Road crosses Townline Brook. Park at this crossing ...

Autumn Foliage Season Images by ScenicNH Photography LLC Week of October 3, 2011:
Here is a slideshow of autumn foliage from around the White Mountains of New Hampshire. Even though the color is off and looks beat up this year from Tropical Storm Irene, some nice scenes still can ...

August 2011, Pemi Wilderness Suspension Bridge Removal Update - Since the last update in April 2011, a couple more volunteer groups supervised by Forest Service have ventured into the Pemigewasset Wilderness of New Hampshire to remove bridge debris from the 180 foot suspension bridge. Located along the Wilderness Trail, this ...

Swift River, White Mountains - Living in the White Mountains of New Hampshire I have the benefit of being able to photograph locations during all four seasons. One area of the White Mountains I have photographed in every season is the Swift River along the Kancamagus Scenic Bypass...[Continue reading] ...

Man & Nature Coexist - White Mountains, New Hampshire
June 15, 2011 - Today is National Nature Photography Day. The North American Nature Photography Association (NANPA) has designated June 15 as "Nature Photography Day". It's a day to grab your camera and explore nature. How and what you ...
June 15, 2011 - Today is National Nature Photography Day. The North American Nature Photography Association (NANPA) has designated June 15 as "Nature Photography Day". It's a day to grab your camera and explore nature. How and what you ...

April 2011, Pemi Wilderness Suspension Bridge Removal Update - The Plymouth State College Adventure Education Club spent a weekend in March 2011 removing roughly a 1000 lbs (+ / -) of the remaining bridge material from the 180 foot long suspension bridge site along the Wilderness Trail in the Pemigewasset ...

Self Funded Photography Projects - As a freelance photographer, stock photography sales still play an important part of everyday business. These sales come from established clients, off the street clients and agencies that represent me. To add fresh imagery to ScenicNH Photography, I do self funded projects. Some of these ...

Weeks Act Centennial - Images by ScenicNH.com Photography Celebrating 100 years of Wilderness Protection. The above images are why I feel the Weeks Act is so important. Without it who knows what condition the White Mountains of New Hampshire would be in today ...

East Branch & Lincoln Railroad - Trestle 7 abutments put to good use
March 1, 2011 - Celebrates the 100th anniversary of the Weeks Act.
One hundred years ago today, President William Howard Taft signed the Weeks Act into law ...
March 1, 2011 - Celebrates the 100th anniversary of the Weeks Act.
One hundred years ago today, President William Howard Taft signed the Weeks Act into law ...

Trail Rock Cairns Images by ScenicNH Photography LLC Rock Cairns: A rock cairn is defined as a pile of rocks that marks the location of a hiking trail. They vary in size from one foot to massive piles of rocks. Many rock cairns in the alpine zone of the ...

Salem Witch Museum - Salem, Massachusetts
One of the more interesting and educational places in New England to explore during Halloween is Salem, Massachusetts. This city is home to the Salem witch trials of 1692, which was a horrific event that forever changed Massachusetts. During the Salem witch ...
One of the more interesting and educational places in New England to explore during Halloween is Salem, Massachusetts. This city is home to the Salem witch trials of 1692, which was a horrific event that forever changed Massachusetts. During the Salem witch ...

Hardwood Forest - White Mountains, New Hampshire USA
Foliage Update: - Sept 22-24, 2010 The bright colors of autumn are taken over the White Mountains, New Hampshire. The above image is from yesterday along the Kancamagus Highway in the White Mountains, New Hampshire USA. The Kancamagus Pass looks ...
Foliage Update: - Sept 22-24, 2010 The bright colors of autumn are taken over the White Mountains, New Hampshire. The above image is from yesterday along the Kancamagus Highway in the White Mountains, New Hampshire USA. The Kancamagus Pass looks ...

Mount Success, Northeast Airlines Flight 792 Plane Crash - On November 30, 1954, Northeast Airlines Flight 792, encountered snow squalls, reducing visibility to zero, during its flight to Berlin, New Hampshire. The plane continued on and while trying to navigate only by instruments to the Berlin Airport it crashed into ...

Mount Washington - White Mountains, New Hampshire
Hiring A Professional Photographer - The digital era has made it possible for anyone with a camera to profit from photography, hence the surge of photographers in the photography industry over the last decade. The number of photographers in the New England ...
Hiring A Professional Photographer - The digital era has made it possible for anyone with a camera to profit from photography, hence the surge of photographers in the photography industry over the last decade. The number of photographers in the New England ...

Black Bears, White Mountains - Bluff charges and tent ransacking are the topic of discussion these days here in the New Hampshire's White Mountains. There have been reports of bears causing trouble for hikers and campers throughout the White Mountain National Forest.....[Continue reading] ...

Calla Lilies
The Boulders at RiverWoods, Exeter - I spent Tuesday of this week in Exeter, New Hampshire for an artist reception and the grand opening of “The Boulders” at RiverWoods, a community designed using green principles. Green principles minimize the impact on our environment. A large selection of ...
The Boulders at RiverWoods, Exeter - I spent Tuesday of this week in Exeter, New Hampshire for an artist reception and the grand opening of “The Boulders” at RiverWoods, a community designed using green principles. Green principles minimize the impact on our environment. A large selection of ...

The Perch Shelter, White Mountains - The Perch Shelter is located along the Perch Path in Cascade Ravine, just off Randolph Path and Israel Ridge Path, in the Presidential Range in the New Hampshire White Mountains. Four tent platforms are also located at the Perch Shelter site. Originally a birch ...

Unattended Campfire, Pemigewasset Wilderness - In May 2010, I spent a day deep in the Pemigewasset Wilderness of New Hampshire doing research and verifying information along the old East Branch & Lincoln Railroad. It was a wonderful day, but what I stumbled upon caught me completely off guard...[Continue reading] ...

Perspective, Pemigewasset Wilderness - One of the challenges of a photographer focused on the New England environment is finding a different perspective of locations that have been photographed thousands of times. I approach this issue by focusing on entire areas, such as the Pemigewasset Wilderness and not just one popular ...

Wildlife Photography Ethics - Every year in New England you hear about photographers harassing wildlife to get the "shot". It has become an endless problem with no easy solution, and lack of public education for nature photography ethics is part of the problem. Being an amateur or professional photographer has ...

Truth In Captioning, Photography - Working photographers have many responsibilities besides producing imagery. One responsibility is truthfully captioning images. Editors, publishers and stock photography agencies all rely on this piece of information for one reason or another....[Continue reading] ...

Mount Washington New Hampshire Images by ScenicNH Photography LLC January 28, 2010 - Since April 12, 1934 Mount Washington in New Hampshire has held the record for the highest wind gust ever measured on earth at 231 miles per hour. A wind speed that some said would never be ...

Kancamagus Scenic Byway, New Hampshire - New stock photography images have been added to the ScenicNH Photography image archive. These images are focused around the Kancamagus Scenic Byway in the White Mountains of New Hampshire USA. Above is a slideshow of scenes from along the Kancamagus Byway...[Continue reading] ...

Quick News Update For everyone who has been following the Ossipee Mountains property closure situation there is good news. Trail access has been restored! The Bureau of Trails deserves a big THANK YOU from everyone. This property closure was the result of a couple irresponsible hikers over the 2009 summer ...

Dixville Notch State Park, New Hampshire - Dixville Notch State Park consists of 127 acres along Route 26 in Dixville, New Hampshire. This state park has many opportunities for hikers, photographers, tourists and waterfall buffs. Personally, I prefer to visit Dixville Notch during the autumn months, during peak foliage, but ...

Mount Washington, New Hampshire Cleanup - I recently had the opportunity to photograph the on going cleanup efforts along the Mount Washington Cog Railway. Another “Environmental” project that seems to be going unnoticed in the White Mountain National Forest is the cleanup efforts along the Mount Washington Cog Railroad. The ...

June 2009, Pemi Wilderness Suspension Bridge Removal Proposal - Here in the White Mountains of New Hampshire there is a buzz about the removal of the 180 foot long suspension bridge, which crosses the East Branch of the Pemigewasset River in the Pemigewasset Wilderness. The suspension bridge is located along ...