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Federal Hill is a small fire tower peak in Milford which offers views of southern NH. The summit can be reached by hiking trail or gated jeep road, there are also a number of unofficial paths from neighboring residences that should be avoided.
Distance: About .4 miles one-way
Elevation gain: About 200 feet
Maps: USGS Milford
Location: Monadnock Region
NH 2004-2005 map Q-6
DeLorme NHA&G 21-G13 - Milford
Milford is SW of Manchester on NH Route 101
Trailhead: Gate on W side of Ponemah Hill Road about 1.6 miles from NH Route 101A, elevation about 525 feet
N 42.804, -71.625 W (WGS84)
From I-293 exit 3 in Manchester, go W on NH Route 101 about 14.6 miles to the NH Route 101A exit near the Amherst/Milford town line. Go W (toward Milford) on NH Route 101A for .5 miles, turn left on Ponemah Hill Road and go 1.6 miles to chain link gate on R.
If questionable, look for blue blazes and pole 241/39.
Note that Federal Hill Road is on the opposite side of the hill and doesn't provide public access.
Far End: Summit of Federal Hill, elevation about 695 feet
Owner: private and state
Maintainer: unknown
Special regulations: unknown
Walk up the road beyond the gate, in about 200 feet the hiking trail leaves L, then soon turns R at another junction and begins to climb more steeply. The trail comes out by the garage and passes a radio building to reach the fire tower. Be sure to note where the trail starts if you wish to return that way.
There are 2 platforms on the fire tower for views, and if the observer isn't busy, they may invite you into the cab and explain how to detect fires.
Parking lot not plowed
Map Notes: NA
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