Sullivan

Standing quietly across from the Sullivan Congregational Church is New Hampshire's first Civil War monument, dedicated on July 4, 1867. The Ladies Aid Society raised over $700 to honor Sullivan's fallen soldiers, creating this historic landmark two years after the war ended. The monument holds the distinction of being the very first in the state to commemorate Civil War casualties, making it a significant yet understated piece of New Hampshire history.

This nearly century-old country store has been lovingly restored after closing for four years, reopening in 2023 as Sullivan's beating heart. The owners spent $250,000 revitalizing the historic building at 140 Route 9, creating a community hub that locals describe as knowing your first name and how you want your coffee. Fresh sandwiches, local maple syrup, honey, and homemade donuts make this a true hidden gem where travelers often wonder why there isn't a line out the door.

Hidden away on over 1,300 acres managed by The Nature Conservancy, this preserve offers a network of trails winding through hardwood forests to quiet ponds and clear streams. Historic cellar holes from 18th-century farmsteads dot the landscape, while the Clarence Jewett Trail leads to Jewett's "bathtub" pool—a natural rock formation perfect for a secluded soak. The preserve protects the headwaters of Otter Brook and provides exceptional fishing and wildlife watching opportunities.

At 1,739 feet, Boynton Hill offers Sullivan's highest viewpoint with sweeping vistas across the Monadnock Region. This lesser-known summit provides panoramic views without the crowds of more famous peaks. Local hikers access it via Boynton Hill Road where you can park at the gate and follow old woods roads through quiet forests to reach the summit's rewarding views of the surrounding countryside.