If you’re not familiar with the area, finding where you actually need to park might be frustrating. The directions I got from Google(along with a couple of street signs) pointed us to the Rock Rimmon soccer field, which is not accessible(there’s an actual gate that’s closed), leaving you wondering how you actually get to the park. We went back East on Bremer streets for 6 blocks and found park access on the left. If you’re GPSing or getting directions online, I would look up «Dupont Pool» instead of Rock Rimmon Park. Anyway, once my girlfriend and I got there, we found a large pool, a tennis court, a basketball court, and a playground. No picnic tables though, which was kind of a bummer, since we brought food. But we just plopped down in the grass and ate. After we ate, we went through the trail. At first, it looked like it was going to be somewhat of a climb, but once we started, it really wasn’t bad. You definitely notice a lot of litter, including broken glass, and vandalism; mostly from chalk. Most of the chalk writing is fine but there is some stereotypical, childish, vandalism there too. However, the view from atop of the rock is very pretty. We got lots of great pictures, and enjoyed just sitting with our feet dangling off the edge. The temperature was great out, so it was really relaxing. It was a good experience, but it strikes me as a place that I might only visit once again.
Jax R.
Classificação do local: 3 Dover, NH
Rock Rimmon has always offered a bit of the local flavor of Manchester NH. Situated over on the west side of the city, the site is officially a Manchester City Park, maintained both by the city and by volunteers, such as those of the Rimmon Heights Group. The park is 140 acres in size, but the main attraction is a series of trails and cliffs offering moderate to challenging hiking. It is right on the outskirts of the city, and offers a nice view. Unfortunately, the park has weathered more than its share of littering and vandalism over the years. I might come up here for some fresh air and the view, but due to the ubiquitous broken glass underfoot, it is no place for a canine companion. Since the Rimmon Heights Group(a volunteer effort) began their cleanup efforts a few years ago, this park has been a much nicer place to go for a natural high– a bit of exercise and fresh air, rewarded by a nice view.
