The Hiroshi Loop Trail at the Harris Center for Conservation Education near Dublin, New Hampshire is an easy 2-mile loop trail that features beautiful views of Dinsmore Pond and the Nubanusit River.
Trail name: Hiroshi Loop Trail
Location: Route 137, Dublin NH
Allowed activities: Hiking, birding, nature study
Forbidden activities: No motorized vehicles are allowed
Hours: There are no hours posted.
Fees and Parking: There is limited parking at the trail head with parking for 4 or 5 cars.
Pets: Dogs are allowed on the trail as long as they are on a leash. Please pack out dog waste.
Accessibility: This trail is not wheelchair accessible or stroller friendly.
Sanitation: There are no restrooms or trash receptacles at the trailhead. Please take out all trash with you.
Length and Trail information: The Hiroshi Loop Trail and the surrounding conservation land are stewarded by the Harris Center for Conservation and Education. All trails under the Harris Center’s care are open all year round and are free to the public. The Hiroshi Loop trail is an easy 2 mile hike done as its name suggests, as a loop. There is an information kiosk just beyond the parking area at the trail head. A trail map is posted at the kiosk and there are also maps to borrow. Hikers can also download a copy of the trail map by following the link below:
https://harriscenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Hiroshi_Loop_Trail_updated_2020.pdf
This area is a great place to observe many different kinds of birds and the information kiosk has a list and some information about birds that will enhance your visit. The substrate along the trail is easy to navigate without any major trip hazards to be careful on. The width of the trail fluctuates from as wide as a class six road to single file foot path. The trail is well marked with Orange Trail Blaze markers making it very easy to stay on the trail. Along the trail, hikers will note there are several pairs of strategically placed stumps; perfect for taking a rest and taking in the surrounding beauty and peaceful setting. The elevation is minimal and easy to climb and descend. The trail winds through a forest of mixed woods with Large White Pines, Maple, Oak, Birch and Hemlock throughout. Because of the mix of different trees, we were able to find several different types of mushrooms growing happily in this lush habitat. The trail affords lovely views of the Dinsmore Pond and the Nubanusit River. If you are both quiet and lucky you may be able to sneak up to see Great Blue heron, or Canada Geese basking in the shallow waters. Evidence of beaver activity and a beaver dam can be seen from the trail.
