The Monadnock Region is a region in southwestern New Hampshire. It is named after Mount Monadnock, a 3,165 foot isolated mountain, which is the dominant geographic landmark in the region.

What towns are in the Monadnock Region?

The region's towns include Peterborough, Swanzey, Stoddard, Jaffrey, Rindge, Antrim, Bennington, Hancock, and Dublin. The Monadnock Region is known for its natural landscape and charming New England towns. It is home to many seasonal events that bring the community, and visitors, together.

What is Monadnock in geography?

monadnock, isolated hill of bedrock standing conspicuously above the general level of the surrounding area. Monadnocks are left as erosional remnants because of their more resistant rock composition; commonly they consist of quartzite or less jointed massive volcanic rocks.