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Franconia Notch Ridge Trail
Traversing three different mountain White Mountain peaks, this 9-mile trail is one of the best (and most popular) hikes in New Hampshire.
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Franconia Notch Ridge Trail Details
Traversing three different mountain White Mountain peaks, this 9-mile trail is one of the best (and most popular) hikes in New Hampshire. You will start by climbing up Little Haystack Mountain before crossing over to Mount Lincoln. From there, you will walk along a narrow ridge until you reach the peak of Mount Lafayette, the tallest mountain in the state out of the Presidential Range. Although the trek up and down to the mountains is shaded by trees, the walk between the three summits is very much exposed. While you will have fantastic views of the park, it also means you should be prepared for extreme conditions. The weather at the ridge can be drastically different than at the foothills.
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Nearby Parks Around Franconia Notch Ridge Trail
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Franconia Notch Ridge Trail
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0.1 mi away
Franconia Notch Bike Path
With beautiful views of the soaring mountains and lush valleys, this 8.7-mile trail is a great way to explore Franconia Notch State Park.
0.5 mi away
Franconia Notch State Park
With soaring peaks, rugged cliffs, and sparkling lakes, this park is the crown gem of the White Mountains National Forest.
1.0 mi away
Lonesome Lake
Franconia Notch State Parks most scenic lake is a postcard-worthy destination for a day on the water.
1.3 mi away
The Basin
This 30-foot wide pothole at the base of a small waterfall may look like a whirlpool jacuzzi, although the waters flowing into it from the Pemigewasset River are a little too cold for a relaxing dip.
1.5 mi away
Lonesome Lake Via Cascade Brook And Pemi Trail
This moderate trail has plenty of fun obstacles to overcome.
