The Trail starts in the southeast corner of Grimes Field. This beaver-made marsh is managed by the Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests, and lies one and half miles north of Gleason Falls. A sandy beach owned by the town of Hillsborough on route 9 west towards Keene just west of the route 31 junction north. The beach is open to the public all summer and offers volleyball, good swimming, and lifeguards. It can fill up on weekends.
Public restrooms are available.
The Swimming Hole Take route 9 west toward Keene, turn north on Beard Road opposite the Sampan restaurant. The swimming hole is about a half mile on the left. Relax on the grass, have a swim in the cool water, or just eat a quiet lunch. It's rarely crowded anytime. Keep in mind, current is normally slow here, but beware of currents after heavy rains.