Incorporated: 1831
Population: 5,022
County Name: Merrimack
(county map)
Town Contact:
Town of Allenstown
16 School Street
Allenstown, NH 03275

Phone: 603-485-4276
Fax: 603-485-8669
Website: www.allenstown.org

Origin:
First granted in 1721, the town was named after Samuel Allen, governor of the province in the late 1600's. A portion of Bow was annexed in 1815, and a portion of Hooksett in 1853. Home of Bear Brook State Park, the area was once known as excellent bear country, and a good hunting ground for wild geese and ducks.

More about Allenstown:
The 10,000 acre Bear Brook State Park, located off Route 28 in Allenstown, is a recreational haven. Camping, swimming, fishing, hiking, snowmobiling and cross country skiing are all available in this state park.