Bethlehem, New Hampshire — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live National Weather Service conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Bethlehem, Grafton County.
| City | Bethlehem |
| State | New Hampshire (NH) |
| County | Grafton |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 44.28034 |
| Longitude | -71.688141 |
| Population | 826 |
| Density | N/A /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
Bethlehem is a locality in Grafton County, New Hampshire, United States. It is a small community with a population of 826. Bethlehem is located at 44.2803°N, 71.6881°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 03574.
Bethlehem, New Hampshire, unfolds as a landscape of quiet grandeur, where the White Mountains begin to assert their rugged presence. It lies 74.0 miles west of Lewiston, ME (from Lewiston, ME: bearing 280°T), and is situated 4.4 miles east-south-east of Littleton. Rolling hills, cloaked in the vibrant greens of summer or the fiery hues of autumn, lead the eye towards peaks that hold the sky in their silent embrace. The air here carries a crispness, a clean breath drawn from pine forests and glacial streams, particularly potent in the early morning mist that softens the edges of the world. The terrain is a tapestry of dense woodlands and open meadows, punctuated by the gentle curve of the Gale River, its waters reflecting the ever-changing moods of the heavens. The very character of Bethlehem is one of enduring resilience, a place where nature’s wild heart beats close to the surface, shaping the lives and the spirit of those who call it home. This corner of the Granite State holds a history intertwined with the rhythms of the land and the ingenuity of its people. Originally settled in the late 18th century, Bethlehem’s early economy was rooted in agriculture and the abundant timber harvested from its expansive forests. Later, its reputation as a health resort blossomed, drawing visitors seeking the restorative mountain air and the tranquility of its natural setting. While those grand hotels are largely gone, the legacy of that era lingers, a whisper of a more leisured past. Today, Bethlehem’s economic life is a more varied affair, with a strong emphasis on small businesses, artisanal crafts, and tourism that celebrates its proximity to the Franconia Notch State Park and the broader recreational opportunities of the White Mountains. The town retains a palpable sense of community, a place where neighbors know each other’s names and the pace of life allows for thoughtful reflection, a gentle counterpoint to the world's clamor.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Bethlehem, New Hampshire with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Bethlehem and Grafton County. Coordinates and population data are also included.
Location data for Bethlehem is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity, not name matching alone — ensuring the correct Bethlehem is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. Location verified by proximity — not name matching alone. |