NH / Ruins42.90° N
72.53° W
Verified July 2026

Madame Sherri Forest

Chesterfield, NH · Monadnock Region

A protected forest containing the stone remnants of Madame Antoinette Sherri's elaborate former summer house.

Field note

The famous stairway is a stabilized ruin in a conserved landscape. Stay on marked trails and keep off the stonework.

Access warning

Ruins are fragile and trail conditions vary. Do not climb structures.

Evidence line

This listing is marked documented. Practical details were last checked in July 2026. Conditions change, so use the primary source before leaving home.

Check the source: Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests