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Rye Harbor State Park
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Rye Harbor State Park, March 2014
Type New Hampshire State Park
Location 1730 Ocean Blvd, Rye, Rockingham County, New Hampshire, United States
Area 63 acres (25 ha)
Elevation 7 feet (2.1 m)
Established 1936
Administered by New Hampshire Division of Parks and Recreation
Website Rye Harbor State Park

Rye Harbor State Park is a cool place to visit in Rye, New Hampshire. It's right on the Atlantic Ocean! This park is a fun spot for families and friends to enjoy nature. You can see amazing views of the ocean and nearby islands.

The park is a public recreation area. This means it's a place for everyone to visit and have fun. It's located in the town of Rye, New Hampshire.

Discover Rye Harbor State Park

A special part of the park is on a piece of land called Ragged Neck. From here, you can see incredible views. You can look out over the huge ocean. You can also spot the Isles of Shoals, which are a group of islands far out in the water. The town's harbor is also visible from this spot.

The park was created in 1936. It covers about 63 acres of land. This makes it a great size for exploring and relaxing.

What You Can Do There

There are lots of fun things to do at Rye Harbor State Park.

  • You can go saltwater fishing. It's a great place to try and catch some fish from the ocean.
  • You can have a picnic with your family or friends. There are special picnic tables for you to use.
  • The park has benches where you can sit and relax.
  • There's also a pavilion, which is a covered area.
  • Restrooms are available for visitors.

The 1614 Monument

Inside Rye Harbor State Park, you'll find a tall stone pillar called the 1614 Monument. This monument was put up in 2014. It honors Captain John Smith.

Captain John Smith was an explorer. He explored the coast of New England way back in 1614. The monument helps us remember his important journey. It's a cool piece of history right in the park!


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  • Rye Harbor State Park (NH) obelisk view

    View of the 1614 Monument in Rye Harbor State Park

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