Zealand
The Timber Baron's Town
State: New Hampshire
County: Grafton County
Founded: 1880s
Abandoned: 1897
Peak Population: 250
Zealand was built by timber baron J.E. Henry to strip the Zealand Valley. He built a railroad, mills, and houses. When the timber ran out in 1897, he moved everything—buildings and rails—to his new town of Lincoln, leaving Zealand empty.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Summer/Fall
Difficulty: Easy (hike)
Time Needed: 2 hours
Quick Facts
- Town literally moved to Lincoln, NH
- Zealand Falls Hut nearby
- Beaver ponds cover old rail bed
Location
Address: Zealand Road, NH
Coordinates: 44.2662, -71.4883