Markus Wildlife Sanctuary

New Hampshire


This 200-acre sanctuary is home to the Loon Nest Trail, a haven for birds. The 1.7-mile partial loop path winds through the forest and past a marsh to the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee. The best time for loon spotting is nesting season in June and July.


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