One side is a quiet country road, while the other half runs through a scenic valley.
Scenic driving
Along the way, there are many different river locations, from intimate glimpses to broad vistas with a mountain background, that are perfect for photos.
There are services in Keene and Upper Jay.
It is a 14 mile loop.
Directions
Starting from Keene, go west and north on Church Road at the intersection of Route 73, just past the bridge. Church Road turns into St Huberts Road and then County Highway 40. Bear left onto Alstead Hill Road and right again onto Bartlett Road. Take the right onto County Highway 12 and go east to Upper Jay. By turning left (South) onto ROute 9N, the river views and wide shoulders offer great scenery all the way back to Keene.
Accessibility Information
Packages and Promotions
Valid
Valid Dec. 2 - Dec. 28
Every week on Sunday and Wednesday.
Community Night at NewVida Preserve
NewVida Restaurant and Craft Bar
10% off purchase of tapas & drinks for locals at NewVida Preserve on Sundays and Wednesdays in December (excluding Christmas day).
Valid Nov. 26 - Mar. 29
Valid Nov. 26 - Mar. 29
10% off Gift The Gorge Package
High Falls Gorge
Treat someone you love with the gift of nature! This is an e-gift card program with packages for admission to the park, money to spend in the Gift Shop, and even more to spend in the River View Café.