Glencliff, New Hampshire facts for kids
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Glencliff, New Hampshire
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The village of Glencliff in Oliverian Notch
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 Glencliff, New Hampshire
Location in New Hampshire
Glencliff, New Hampshire
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | New Hampshire |
| County | Grafton |
| Town | Warren |
| Elevation | 1,079 ft (329 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
03238
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| Area code(s) | 603 |
| GNIS feature ID | 871942 |
Glencliff is a small, quiet community located inside the White Mountain National Forest. It's found in the town of Warren in Grafton County, New Hampshire, United States. This village has fewer than 100 people living there. You'll find about 40 buildings, including a community hall, a chapel, a post office, and a special home for older people.
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A Look Back: Glencliff's History
Glencliff is nestled in the beautiful White Mountains. It was once part of a different town called Coventry (now Benton). But later, the town of Warren asked the state government to make Glencliff part of Warren.
From Warren Summit to Glencliff
The village used to be called Warren Summit. However, a confusing accident happened in the early 1900s. Two trains crashed in a head-on collision. This happened because of similar town names. After this sad event, the village changed its name to Glencliff to avoid future mix-ups.
The Glencliff Sanatorium
The Glencliff Home for the Elderly was once a hospital called the Glencliff Sanatorium. It opened in the summer of 1909. This hospital helped New Hampshire residents who had tuberculosis (TB). People came here to get better in the fresh mountain air. The sanatorium treated over 4,000 TB patients in its first 50 years. Each year, 50 to 100 new patients were admitted.
Exploring Glencliff's Geography
Glencliff is located in a high valley called Oliverian Notch. This valley is about 1,000 feet above sea level. It's the westernmost pass through the White Mountains.
The Appalachian Trail in Glencliff
The famous Appalachian Trail goes right through the village. The Glencliff Post Office is a big help for hikers. They can stop there to get supplies. The trail starts over 1,700 miles south in Springer Mountain, Georgia. It ends more than 400 very rugged miles north on top of Mount Katahdin, Maine.
Why the Name "Glencliff"?
We don't know for sure where the name "Glencliff" came from. But Glencliff is indeed in a glen, which means a valley. It's also near a cliff! The village sits below Mount Moosilauke to the east. Wyatt Hill and Webster Slide Mountain are to the west. The cliff of Owl's Head is to the northwest. This cliff was shaped by huge glaciers a long time ago. You can see it from the village.
Glencliff's Local Services
Glencliff has its very own U.S. Post Office. This is important for the community. The Glencliff Improvement Cooperative (GIC) helps too. They manage the village's water supply. This includes the well house and water for about 7 to 12 homes near the town line.
Fun Activities in Glencliff
There are many fun things to do in the Glencliff area. You can go hiking on many trails. Snowshoeing is popular in winter. People also enjoy walking, jogging, and snowmobiling. Hunting is another activity here.
Hiking Trails to Explore
Local hiking trails in Glencliff include the Glencliff Trail. There's also the Tunnel Brook Trail and the Wachipauka Pond Trail. Other trails are the Hurricane Mountain Trail and the Blueberry Mountain Trail.
Other Outdoor Adventures
An old railroad path runs next to New Hampshire Route 25. It also crosses the Appalachian Trail. This path is great for walking, jogging, and snowmobiling. The trails and paths in the village are perfect for snowshoeing when it snows. The large forest around Glencliff is a quiet place. It's great for seeing deer, bear, moose, turkey, and other amazing wildlife.
