Food & Drink

Best ice cream in NH? Here’s what the locals say

As summer sizzles in New Hampshire, locals are cooling down with their favorite sweet treat—ice cream. We asked readers to share the scoop on their favorite spots, and the responses did not disappoint. From farm-fresh flavors to family-owned classics, here are some beloved picks:

Appalachian Trail thru-hiker Sam Cooper, trail name Pie Top, attempts the half-gallon ice cream challenge at Pine Grove Furnace State Park in Pennsylvania on Tuesday, June 10, 2025. (AP Photo/Mingson Lau)

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As summer sizzles in New Hampshire, locals are cooling down with their favorite sweet treat—ice cream. We asked readers to share the scoop on their favorite spots, and the responses did not disappoint. From farm-fresh flavors to family-owned classics, here are some beloved picks:

“No question—Kimball Farm in Jaffrey,” said Sayhianne.

“Ilsley’s in Weare. They make their own and have the cows to prove it!” said Cyndie Wilson, giving a shoutout to the farm-to-cone experience.

In the Seacoast, Linda Halvatzes praised The Ice House in Rye: “Family owned and operated forever—a hidden gem!”

Katie Delahaye Paine kept it classic, mentioning Campus Creamery in Durham, while several social media users chimed in with their favorites:

 

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