Franklin Pierce Homestead Historic Site
- Status
- Status not postedFri–Mon 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
- Entrance fee
- $4 per adult ($5 nonresident)Annual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- No dogs
- Camping
- None listed
- Official site
- nhstateparks.org(603) 478-3165
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
Franklin Pierce Homestead Historic Site is a historic site in Hillsborough County, about 21 miles west of Concord.
Popular activities here are historic sites and picnicking.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Fri–Mon | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. | — |
Official wording
2026 Hours of Operation May 22 - September 7 Friday-Monday: 10:00am-4:00pm, last tour at 3:00pm September 12 - October 12
Off-season use: The off-season poses unique risks inherent when participating in outdoor recreational activities. Please be aware that many State Parks areas and trails are not staffed during the off season, and day-use fees are not collected. Recreationists should possess the necessary knowledge, skill, and equipment to enusre their own safety. Users assume all risk while recreating in State Park lands.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/New York).
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Fees: NH Resident 17 or Under (resident) | Free |
| NH Resident Adult (resident) | $4 |
| NH Resident Over 65 (resident) | Free |
| Non-Resident 5 or Under (nonresident) | Free |
| Non-Resident Ages 6-17 (nonresident) | $3 · child |
| Non-Resident Adult (nonresident) | $5 |
Official wording
Fees: NH Resident 17 or Under: $0 NH Resident Adult: $4 NH Resident Over 65: $0 Non-Resident 5 or Under: $0 Non-Resident Ages 6-17: $3 Non-Resident Adult: $5
New Hampshire park passes
- Individual Season Pass — $60. All day-use parks charging a per person fee; not valid for Cannon Mountain Aerial Tramway, Flume Gorge, camping, meter parking, Hampton Beach SP South or Wallis Sands SP parking. Details
- Resident Family Pass — $105. 2 adults and up to 4 dependents at all day-use parks charging a per person fee (NH residency required). Details
- Non-Resident Family Pass — $120. 2 adults and up to 4 dependents at all day-use parks charging a per person fee. Details
- Seacoast Parking Pass — $175. 1 vehicle at Hampton Beach State Park (South) and Wallis Sands State Park. Details
From the New Hampshire state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- ReserveAmerica (Aspira)
- Phone
- 1-877-647-2757
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Pets
No dogs
Pets are not permitted in the park. See the NH State Parks Pets Policy for more information.
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Things to do
PicnickingHistoric sites and tours
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Picnic areas
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Accessibility
Visit our Accessibilty page for more information on specific accessibilty needs or questions, please contact the individual park office directly.
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Getting there
- Address
- 301 2nd NH Turnpike
Hillsborough, NH 03244 - Nearest town
- Concord — about 21 mi west (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 43.1170, -71.9496
- Phone
- (603) 478-3165
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- New Hampshire State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- NH State Parks directory JSON service (ParkList.asmx/GetParks) + Recreational Rail Trails index page + sitemap.xml
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology