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Paddleboarding the Hampton Harbor Marshes, Hampton, NH

A world of unexpected beauty awaits in the tidal creeks that wind through the sprawling salt marsh behind Hampton Beach, NH. Take an evening stand-up paddleboard excursion with Craig Schreck of Hampton Beach Parasail and Paddleboard as he explores the marshes with ENE TV host Tom Richardson, and learn some important tips on paddling these tidal waters. If you want to bring your own kayak or paddleboard to Hampton, you can launch from the small beach adjacent to the state launch ramp, but you'll need to pay for parking. Another good launch spot, especially for those wishing to access the upper estuary, is the dirt pull-off just before the bridge on Rte 101, on the way to Hampton Beach. From here, you can paddle under the bridge and work your way deeper into the maze of marsh creeks, or head downstream toward the harbor. Either way, you’re sure to encounter plenty of birdlife—while gaining a new perspective on this New Hampshire Seacoast destination with two wild sides. The saltmarsh behind Hampton Beach is part of the 5,000-acre Hampton-Seabrook Estuary system, which represents the second largest estuary on the New Hampshire Seacoast. Together, the estuary and marsh play a critical role as a nursery for juvenile fish and shellfish, as well as home for seasonal breeding birds and numerous migratory species. And you can bet that the marsh channels also hold some sizeable striped bass from May to October. Additionally, the marsh filters pollutants from water flowing into the system from upstream areas, and protects against storm-related flooding and erosion. When planning a paddleboard trip, it’s important to factor in the tides and wind. The former can create considerable current, which can make for tough sledding if you have to paddle against it. Wind can be even more challenging, especially in open water, and Craig does not recommend trips in winds above 10 knots, especially for novice paddlers. If you want to explore the inner marsh, the best strategy is to launch on a rising tide and follow the dropping tide on your way back. Also, higher stages of the tide will allow you to explore many of the smaller tidal creeks. Lower stages of the tide, on the other hand, provide access to exposed sandbars and clamming flats.