Motorsports, cultural history, and nature give Loudon, New Hampshire, several reasons to visit. New Hampshire Motor Speedway is located on Route 106; the New England Racing Museum is also on its grounds. The Lovejoy Trails run through former farmland.
Racing and Events
The speedway offers two clearly distinct track formats. The annual Loudon Classic takes place on the 1.6-mile full road course. The 1.058-mile oval hosts NASCAR Cup Series races; a race in this series is scheduled there for September 26, 2027. Comparing the road course and oval can help you choose the type of event you want, while the specific date matters when planning a stay. For Laconia Motorcycle Week 2026, the program at the speedway included racing events, demo rides, vendor booths, and camping. If you are planning your trip around an event, check its specific dates before booking accommodations.
Collections on Racing History
The New England Racing Museum is located on the speedway grounds. It displays New England race cars and motorcycles from all disciplines, as well as trophies, racing helmets, photographs, and unique racing artifacts. The collection has a different focus from an event: it centers on regional sports exhibits, not the date of a single race. If you are interested in the objects associated with racing as well as the competition itself, you can include a visit to the museum in your plans.
Loudon's Local History
A 2001 overview locates the Historical Society in the Loudon Community Building, affectionately known as “Charlie’s Barn.” It describes numerous artifacts in well-organized exhibits that vividly present Loudon’s past. This makes local history a distinct focus alongside racing history.
The Lovejoy Trails
The Lovejoy Trails run for two wooded miles through former farmland. The varied terrain includes numerous stone walls. The trail network also includes a 0.4-mile path with a boardwalk over a wetland. The different trail lengths offer a practical choice based on how long you want your outdoor outing to be.
The access point is on Lovejoy Road in Loudon, north of the intersection with Memory Lane. A parking area is available at the trailhead during snow-free months. Because this parking option is seasonal, check whether it is available on your planned visit date.
Early-Season Fishing
An article dated April 6, 2023, described Clough Pond in Loudon as one of the well-stocked fishing spots at the start of the season, where trout are often caught on opening day. This assessment refers to early-season fishing; stocking and season conditions may change. So check current advisories before planning a day of fishing.
Explore more destinations: Pembroke, Henniker, Sutton, Hooksett, Bradford, Wilmot, Bow, Boscawen
For the broader travel overview: Merrimack County.
