Distance: 1.5 miles loop
Difficulty: Easy
Fee for Day use
Gilson Pond is an easy hike around a pretty pond with views of Mt Monadnock. To access the trail, park in the parking lot for Monadnock State Park/Gilson Pond Campground across from Thorndike Pond Beach on Dublin Road in Jaffrey, NH. There are several trails around the campground and park with many that lead up to Mount Monadnock.
The Pond Loop starts a little past the toll booth. You will see the sign above and the pond on the right. The trail is flat and easily to navigate with blue trail markers on the trees.
The Pond Trail Loop around Gilson Pond is a great little hike or snowshoe anytime of year. The trail takes you around the whole pond providing a variety of great water views.
At parts of the trail you get partial views of Mount Monadnock
There are several foot bridges to cross, which are always fun. I have observed cross country ski tracks and signs on the trail during the winter months. You would have to be a decent cross country skier to ski here due to the trees and curves in the trail.
The Gilson Pond trail is a great hiking trail for year round hiking, beginner hikers, snowshoers and those who just want to get outside for about an hour
