Shuttles
You can do the trail out and back, but most will likely do a one-way trip and need to be shuttled to or from your car. There are many ways to do this.
Here is a list of shuttle possibilities. More will be listed as they are contacted.
Trail Angels Hiker Services
Dan & Cheryl
12A Grandview Drive
Berlin, NH 03570 603-326-6382
www.trailangelshikerservices.com
Dan and Cheryl will shuttle cyclists, call them to see if they can be of help for you. They are located in Berlin, which is just north of Gorham. From their website: "We are now offering shuttle service for cyclists wanting to do a one way trip like the "Cross New Hampshire Adventure Trail". Currently we can take 2-3 passengers and bikes."
The Rattle River Inn and Hostel
592 State Route 2, Shelburne, NH 03581
603-466-5049
rattleriverhostel.com
They typically shuttle hikers, but for a small number of cyclists they could fit them in their big van. They are located on the Appalachian Trail in Shelburne, close to the North Road/Hogan Road intersection.
Maura-At-Your-Service
Best Ways To Contact Maura:
Facebook messenger Maura Annette Chappelle or facebook.com/groups/TrailheadRides Text her at 603-915-1241 MauraAtYourService@gmail.com
Maura will provide shuttles for cyclists and their bikes. She shuttles many hikers who are hiking the White Mountains. She has a brand new truck and can now take four cyclists and 4 bikes.
Parker Street Solutions
https://www.facebook.com/pg/Parker-Street-Solutions-313502212749711/posts/
Kim Strathdee
Kim at Parker Street Solutions can assist you with shuttle needs. Her van can handle many bikes and a few cyclists, but she can partner with others to be able to shuttle your group.
Multi-Day Parking
Leaving your car for more than one day requires a parking space that will not be an issue with the local police departments. A phone call to the local police department can assist you to find a good parking spot. Obviously, even though most in the North Country never even lock their cars or houses, do not leave valuables in your car. As you would expect, no parking lot owners will be responsible for your belongings. If you are staying in a campground or motel at the start or end of your trip, it is likely that you can leave your car there in an out-of-the-way spot, check with the owners.
Woodsville:
There is a small Park-and-Ride lot for about 12 cars very close to the trail and to the start point at the Connecticut River, Route 302. It is located on Oak Hill Road, off of Monroe Street (Route 135) near the covered bridge, opposite and downhill from the caboose and The Party Store. Turn into Oak Hill Street and the parking lot will be immediately on your right.
Bethel:
The Bethel Area Chamber of Commerce is allowing vehicles to park for multiple days in their lot which is very close to the recreation path that leads to Davis Park. It is located at 8 Station Place. All they ask is that you check in with them, or email them, to tell them your car is there so that they can keep track. Tell them you are biking the Cross NH Adventure Trail. They are enthusiastic supporters and cyclists, they will be happy!!
Leaving your car for more than one day requires a parking space that will not be an issue with the local police departments. A phone call to the local police department can assist you to find a good parking spot. Obviously, even though most in the North Country never even lock their cars or houses, do not leave valuables in your car. As you would expect, no parking lot owners will be responsible for your belongings. If you are staying in a campground or motel at the start or end of your trip, it is likely that you can leave your car there in an out-of-the-way spot, check with the owners.
Woodsville:
There is a small Park-and-Ride lot for about 12 cars very close to the trail and to the start point at the Connecticut River, Route 302. It is located on Oak Hill Road, off of Monroe Street (Route 135) near the covered bridge, opposite and downhill from the caboose and The Party Store. Turn into Oak Hill Street and the parking lot will be immediately on your right.
Bethel:
The Bethel Area Chamber of Commerce is allowing vehicles to park for multiple days in their lot which is very close to the recreation path that leads to Davis Park. It is located at 8 Station Place. All they ask is that you check in with them, or email them, to tell them your car is there so that they can keep track. Tell them you are biking the Cross NH Adventure Trail. They are enthusiastic supporters and cyclists, they will be happy!!
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