New England Uncovered
A leading destination guide to the adventurous side of New England with itineraries, hidden gems and more. Whether you are a local looking to explore or a want to visit New England Like a Local, we’ve got you covered!
Hello – I’m Gretchen
As a born and raised New Englander, I am constantly exploring New England and sharing my itineraries, hidden gems, favorite trails and more.
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Recent Articles
- 10 Easy White Mountain Fall Hikes: 5 Classics and 5 Quiet Alternatives
Fall in the White Mountains is worth every bit of the hype, and every bit of the traffic. On a peak October Saturday, the Kancamagus is bumper to bumper and the lots at the big-name trailheads are full before 8 am all looking for the best easy White Mountain Fall Hikes. The good news: you… Read more: 10 Easy White Mountain Fall Hikes: 5 Classics and 5 Quiet Alternatives - New England Lobster Rolls: the Great Debate (and a compromise)
If you’ve spent any time in New England, chances are you’ve tried a lobster roll. But what you might not know is that New England lobster rolls are a bit of a controversy here, or at least a heated debate. There are lots of opinions swirling around the best recipe (mayo or butter) the best… Read more: New England Lobster Rolls: the Great Debate (and a compromise) - Mount Agamenticus, York ME: a little Mountain with a lot of Trail Options
This is my hometown hike and I’ve probably been up Mount Agamenticus at least 20 time. Even if you don’t want to hike it, you can also drive to the top. There are several trails up to the summit and a ring trail around the mountain. Quick stats Ring Trail to Summit Loop Blueberry Bluff… Read more: Mount Agamenticus, York ME: a little Mountain with a lot of Trail Options - A Weekend on the Outer Cape: 2 Night Cape Cod Itinerary
Cape Cod is one of those places that doesn’t need much of a sales pitch: sandy beaches, lighthouses, lobster rolls, and that unmistakable New England coastal charm: but completely different from the rocky coastline of Maine. But if you’ve only got a weekend to work with, it helps to have a plan, and the truth… Read more: A Weekend on the Outer Cape: 2 Night Cape Cod Itinerary - The Ultimate Vermont Route 100 Road Trip: A 5-Day Itinerary
Route 100 runs almost the full length of Vermont, about 200 miles through the Green Mountains, earning it the nickname “Vermont’s Main Street.” It strings together ski towns, covered bridges, waterfalls, farm stands, and more creemee stands than any one trip really needs, running south to north from the Massachusetts border almost to the Canadian… Read more: The Ultimate Vermont Route 100 Road Trip: A 5-Day Itinerary - How to Plan a Trip to New England: The Complete Guide (Weekend, Week, or Month)
Are you looking to plan a trip to New England? Whether you are booking a week, a weekend, a solo trip, or a family adventure, this is the perfect place to get started. New England looks small on a map, but it is not small once you’re actually driving it. That’s the thing almost nobody… Read more: How to Plan a Trip to New England: The Complete Guide (Weekend, Week, or Month)