General Information New Hampshire, a land mass of 8,992 square miles, is home to the highest point of elevation in the northeast region of the U.S. at the peak of Mt. Washington. Composed of rolling hills, rugged mountains, lush forests, rich farmland and a small fraction of Atlantic coastline, New Hampshire offers a diverse package of outdoor opportunities for the outdoor enthusiast. Capital City: Concord Largest City: Manchester National Parks and Forests: White Mountain National Forest Sport Fishing New Hampshire has over 4,000 miles of inland streams and rivers, hundreds of lakes and ponds and the Atlantic Ocean along the state's southern border. Combined, New Hampshire offers a wide variety of fishing opportunities. Most notable is the native brook trout population, which can be found in most all inland watersheds. Rainbow, brown, and lake trout, landlocked salmon, smallmouth bass, chain pickerel, and northern pike are found in most inland waters, and striped bass are a desirable sportfish sought by anglers along the coastline. Due to restoration efforts underway in most of the New England states, some Atlantic salmon populations have been restored in New Hampshire. Hunting New Hampshire's vast acreage of old growth forest and fertile river valleys sustains native populations of big-game species such as moose, white-tailed deer, and black bear. Ruffed grouse, woodcock, waterfowl, squirrel and rabbit are popular small-game species. For information on licensing, seasons, limits, rules and regulations, please visit the New Hampshire Game and Fish Department website.