The park provides direct trail access to over 1,000 miles of interconnected OHRV trails throughout Coos County.
Jericho Lake was originally created as a flood control reservoir for the city of Berlin.
The park features a specialized mud pit area specifically designated for ATV and UTV riders to practice technical maneuvering.
It is one of the few state parks in New Hampshire specifically designed to accommodate large-scale motorized recreation.
The park hosts the Jericho ATV Festival, an annual event that draws thousands of off-roading enthusiasts to the region.
Jericho Mountain State Park is a premier destination for off-highway recreational vehicle (OHRV) enthusiasts, featuring over 80 miles of trails connected to the Ride the Wilds trail system. The park centers around the 142-acre Jericho Lake, which provides opportunities for swimming, fishing, and non-motorized boating. It offers 20 campsites equipped with RV hookups, including water, electricity, and sewer connections. The terrain ranges from wide, groomed trails to challenging, technical mountain paths suitable for ATVs, UTVs, and dirt bikes. Visitors can utilize a designated beach area, picnic shelters, and mountain biking trails that are separate from motorized routes. The park is managed by the New Hampshire Division of Parks and Recreation and operates as a multi-use facility in the heart of the North Country.
The elevated overlook points along the Jericho Mountain trail offering panoramic views of the lake and the surrounding White Mountains.
Download the Ride the Wilds map beforehand, as cellular service can be inconsistent throughout the mountain trails.
Ensure your OHRV is registered in New Hampshire or check for reciprocity agreements if coming from out of state.
Bring bug spray, as the dense forested areas around Jericho Lake are prone to black flies and mosquitoes during early summer.
Attempting to ride motorized vehicles on designated hiking-only trails.
Trails may close during spring mud season; park facilities are primarily oriented toward spring, summer, and fall access.
Strict adherence to OHRV noise ordinances and designated trail markers is required; pack out all trash.
