Merrimack County

Merrimack County is an administrative county in central New Hampshire comprising two cities and twenty-five towns across its territory. The landscape includes forested areas, rivers, and Mount Kearsarge, which rises prominently above the surrounding region.

The county was established in 1823 through a division of territories from neighboring administrative areas. Concord became its administrative center and eventually developed as the state capital.

Community centers and libraries throughout the county serve as gathering places where residents participate in local traditions and seasonal events. These spaces reflect how people here connect with each other and their surroundings.

Concord, located at the heart of the county, serves as the main administrative hub where visitors can access state institutions and services. The region offers good road connections linking its towns and communities together.

Mount Kearsarge rises at the boundary between Warner and Wilmot towns with hiking trails that reward climbers with wide views of the surrounding landscape. The mountain attracts visitors interested in exploring the region's natural geology and outdoor recreation.

Location: New Hampshire

Inception: 1823

Capital city: Concord

Shares border with: Belknap County, Hillsborough County, Rockingham County, Strafford County, Grafton County, Sullivan County

Website: http://merrimackcounty.net

GPS coordinates: 43.30000,-71.68000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 13:38