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Nansen Wayside State Park






Located near the banks of the Androscoggin River, Nansen Wayside Park is a popular place for picnicking, fishing, and boating. The park spans 14 acres and is the site of the 170-foot steel-framed Nansen Ski Jump, seen towering over the area.

Location: Route 16, Milan
Phone: 603-323-2087
Activities: Fishing, picnicking
Amenities: Picnic tables, boat launch, pit toilets

Operation Schedule: Year-round

Acreage: 14 acres

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