Franconia

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See the looming White MountainsOpens in a new window and the site of the Old Man of the Mountain. Understand why the poet Robert Frost drew inspiration from this New Hampshire town.

Visit the tiny village of Franconia as a base to enjoy New Hampshire’s unspoiled beauty. Located in the heart of the White Mountains, this area is a nature lover’s paradise.

The stunning Franconia Notch State Park invites visitors to experience the White Mountains at their finest. Inside the park, explore Cannon Mountain and the surrounding lakes, passes and forests by foot, skis or bike. Marvel at Flume Gorge, a stunning natural gorge slicing through the signature rock of the Granite State. If you want to fish, cast your line at Echo Lake or Profile Lake.

Walk along a portion of the Appalachian Trail, which eventually continues up to Mount Katahdin in Maine. An Appalachian Mountain Club hut on the southern shore of Lonesome Lake provides shelter for hikers.

The 5-mile (8-kilometre) trek to Bridal Veil Falls is a great afternoon hike. Bring a picnic lunch to enjoy next to the falling water.

You may recognise the Old Man of the Mountain as New Hampshire’s state emblem. This granite ledge on Cannon Mountain looked like a facial profile when seen from the north but collapsed in 2003. See vestiges of the man jutting out from the mountain.

Enjoy overhead views from Cannon Mountain Aerial Tramway. Since 1938, a tram has taken passengers to the 4,180-foot (1,270-metre) summit of Cannon Mountain in a closed cable car. At the base of the tramway, learn about the history of the region’s winter sports at New England Ski Museum. Hit the slopes at Cannon Mountain Ski Area, popular among winter sports enthusiasts.

Poet Robert Frost and his family lived in Franconia from 1915 to 1920. Today, see his simple white home Frost Place, a museum and poetry centre that offers summer residence to an emerging poet each year.

Explore the Franconia countryside in honour of Frost’s famous poem, The Road Not Taken. See why the poet drew much of his inspiration from New Hampshire’s wild beauty.

Best Western White Mountain Inn

Best Western White Mountain Inn

2.5 out of 5
87 Wallace Hill Rd, Franconia, NH
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €105 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
€105
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Franconia. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Franconia ...
Best Western White Mountain Inn
Stonybrook Motel & Lodge

Stonybrook Motel & Lodge

2 out of 5
1098 Profile Road, Franconia, NH
The price is €117 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
€117
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Franconia. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Stonybrook Motel & Lodge
Gale River Motel

Gale River Motel

2 out of 5
1 Main St, Franconia, NH
Stay at this motel in Franconia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
Gale River Motel
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Charming, dog-friendly cabin with a full kitchen, free WiFi, & private hot tub

Charming, dog-friendly cabin with a full kitchen, free WiFi, & private hot tub

Easton
Stay at this vacation home in Franconia. Enjoy private hot tubs, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Franconia Notch State Park and Flume Gorge ...
Charming, dog-friendly cabin with a full kitchen, free WiFi, & private hot tub
Franconia Notch Retreat by the river: with new Jacuzzi

Franconia Notch Retreat by the river: with new Jacuzzi

Franconia
Stay at this vacation home in Franconia. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and tennis courts. Popular attractions Franconia Notch State Park and Frost Place ...
Franconia Notch Retreat by the river: with new Jacuzzi
Dog-friendly home with stunning views & balcony, near Cannon Mountain

Dog-friendly home with stunning views & balcony, near Cannon Mountain

Franconia
Stay at this vacation home in Franconia. Enjoy a water park, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Franconia Notch State Park and Flume Gorge ...
Dog-friendly home with stunning views & balcony, near Cannon Mountain
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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