Guests staying in Bethel vacation rentals will find that there are a wide range of different attractions right on their doorstep. Perhaps one of the best known attractions is White Mountain National Forest. The national forest is very big and it's over 1,200 square miles in size. There are many different activities to do in the national forest including hiking, bike riding and many other things.
The location of White Mountain National forest are marked on all the tourist maps in the area. This will make it easy to find the national forest from your Bethel vacation home.
Fishing
There are lots of different fishing opportunities throughout the
national forest. There are many different species of fish, which will
maximize the chances of you actually catching one. You can either fish
in streams or ponds, depending on your preferences.
There are
over 700 miles of streams and brooks in the forest which have fish in
them. In the Ellis River, Wild River, and Gale River, there's a good
chance of you catching Rainbow Trout or Brook Trout.
There are
also over 50 different ponds in the forest. These are managed
ponds, which means that you're much more likely to land a fish. It also
eliminates the danger of over fishing and damaging the delicate
ecosystem.
Some popular fishing ponds include Black Mountain Pond, Black
Pond and Atwood Pond. There are also fishing experts who can help you
choose the best places to fish.
Watching Wildlife
The forest is also home to some unique and interesting wildlife.
There are lots of birds, foxes, deer, moose and various other wild
animals. Anyone visiting the forest will be able to enjoy all of these
creatures. It is, however, very important that you are patient and
careful when dealing with animals. Remember that these animals are wild,
so they can be unpredictable at times.
There are lots of moose
throughout the forest. All of these seem tame, but they are wild and
will charge if provoked. Treat them with respect, and you shouldn't have
any problem. Moose are very impressive animals, being 6 feet tall when
fully grown.
There are also a lot of Black Bears throughout the
forest. These are native to the area and can be dangerous. While the
bears are normally shy, they can at times be dangerous if they feel
threatened. Remember to treat them with care. Keep any food you have
with you locked away. Never feed the bears because this will make them
think of food when they see humans, which could create more problems in
the future.
Climbing
There are lots of climbing opportunities around White Mountain National Forest. This is a well known climbing destination among the climbing community. There are diverse challenges here which will test your skill and your nerves. Climbing is available throughout the year, although it might be closed at certain times due to wildlife concerns.
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