10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Franconia That You Shouldn't Miss

May 19, 2022 Viva Honore

Franconia is a town in Grafton County, New Hampshire, United States. The population was 1,104 at the 2010 census. Set in the White Mountains, Franconia is home to the northern half of Franconia Notch State Park. Parts of the White Mountain National Forest are in the eastern and southern portions of the town. The Appalachian Trail crosses the southern part.
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1. Franconia Notch

Franconia, NH +1 603-823-5661 [email protected] http://www.franconianotch.org/
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Franconia Notch

The narrow passageway between the Franconia and Kinsman mountain ranges.

Reviewed By rayt-flaxin - Quincy, United States

If you find yourself in North New Hampshire and area looking for an easily accessible area to be able to enjoy and view first hand one of the most historically and geographically significant areas in the state, then i highly recommend you visit Franconia Notch. Between the Old Man on the mountain, the logging industry, the hiking and tourism, Cannon ski area, etc. There is a ton to see and do. Also, there are lots of viewing spots and picnic areas to pull off into.

2. Franconia Notch State Park

260 Tramway Dr, Franconia, NH 03580-4402 +1 603-823-8800 http://www.nhstateparks.org/explore/state-parks/franconia-notch-state-park.aspx
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Franconia Notch State Park

Named one of the 12 best state parks in America.

Reviewed By MT1 - Aurora, United States

I lived in NH for many years and have passed through Franconia Notch many times, back when the actual Old Man of the Mountain actually existed. This is a beautiful drive, especially in the Fall, and there are lots of places to stop and things to do - the Old Man of the Mountain "hologram" if you will, the Flume Gorge, the Basin, Profile Lake, hiking trails, etc. If you are visiting NH you should definitely make a visit here, and you can also check out the nice little town of Littleton on the north side of "the Notch".

3. Mount Lafayette

Franconia Notch State Park, Franconia, NH 03580 http://www.outdoors.org/lodging/huts/greenleaf
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Mount Lafayette

Reviewed By sanjeevrsharma - Boston, United States

On a weekend 8 or 9 am may not be early enough to get parking. Go prepared to offload everyone at the base and the take the car to exit 34c to park. Shuttle charges $5 per head (cash only) and makes frequent trips. Shuttle staff is very friendly ????

4. Profile Lake

Franconia, NH http://blog.nhstateparks.org/tag/profile-lake
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Profile Lake

Named for the stone formation resembling a human profile.

5. Cannon Mountain

Franconia Notch State Park, Franconia, NH 03580 +1 603-823-8800 [email protected] http://cannonmt.com/cannontram.html
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Cannon Mountain

Reviewed By frugalm0m - Swarthmore, United States

While we live in the Philadelphia area, Cannon Mountain is our favorite place to ski. Most of our family learned to ski at Cannon, and we have been going there for more than 15 years. It is by far the friendliest ski resort, where ski instructors, lift operators, ambassadors and guest service staff will smile, say hello and remember you. The mountain offers trails for a range of skills, so everyone can find a place to ski. There are rarely any lines of any note for the lift. Be forewarned, it can be cold on the mountain (it is New Hampshire after all!) and sometimes icy. But a great day at Cannon is the best skiing ever.

6. The Frost Place

158 Ridge Rd, Franconia, NH 03580-4828 +1 603-823-5510 [email protected] http://www.frostplace.org/
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The Frost Place

The Frost Place is a nonprofit educational center for poetry and the arts based at Robert Frost’s old homestead, which is owned by the town of Franconia, New Hampshire. Besides serving as a sanctuary for lovers of poetry and books, it is also a museum. Unlike typical modern museums, you won’t find at The Frost Place fancy multi-media displays or cafés, but if you come seeking a glimpse and a sense of the kind of place where a young poet could concentrate, and where his four children could range through the woods and orchards and discover the world, The Frost Place can still offer such pleasures. The view from the porch which inspired Frost is stunning and open to the public year round.

Reviewed By onthlesstraveledroad - San Diego, United States

I've visited Frost's other New Hampshire and Vermont homes but this one touched me the most. It was moving to be in his writing room, see the view that inspired him, and stroll the farm path that has his poems posted. Plus, the guide's talk was quite informative. It's striking how isolated and independent his family had to be through the brutal New Hampshire winters.

7. New England Ski Museum

135 Tramway Dr Exit 34B, Interstate 93, Franconia Notch State Pkwy, Franconia, NH 03580-4403 +1 603-823-7177 [email protected] http://www.nesm.org/
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New England Ski Museum

New England Ski Museum collects, preserves and exhibits objects and memorabilia about the history of skiing. A permanent exhibit has elements such as 5 Olympic medals won by Franconia native Bode Miller, objects from the WWII 10th Mountain Division, material on the National Ski Patrol and more. Temporary exhibits change annually. Print journals of ski history are available free to visitors and members.

Reviewed By nhlefty - Ocala, United States

Wonderful spot to view old equipment and history of the New England ski areas The Bode Miller Medals and ski suits really add to the experience.

8. Flume Gorge

852 Daniel Webster Highway, Franconia, NH 03251 +1 603-745-8391 http://www.nhstateparks.org/visit/park-sites/flume-gorge
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Flume Gorge

Flume Gorge trail is temporarily closed for hiking until May 10, 2019 An 800-foot gorge that extends from the base of Mount Liberty. It is open from May 8 - October 25.

Reviewed By ddaltamura - Stamford, United States

5 of us did the flume gorge hike which includes the "pool", "avalanche falls", "liberty gorge" and "flume gorge" all along about a 2 or 2.5 mile hike. You can take a bus to bypass parts of it on the way up. It's a lot of uphill walking and the flume gorge part has a lot up stairs going up. The sights are really magnificent and worth seeing.

9. Avalanche Falls

852 Daniel Webster Hwy, Franconia, NH +1 603-745-8391 http://www.nhstateparks.org/visit/state-parks/flume-gorge.aspx
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Avalanche Falls

A 45-foot drop in Flume Gorge.

10. The Basin at Franconia Notch State Park

260 Tramway Dr, Franconia, NH 03580-4402 +1 603-823-8800 https://www.nhstateparks.org/visit/state-parks/franconia-notch-state-park
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The Basin at Franconia Notch State Park

This 20-foot-wide natural granite abyss is probably one of the largest "potholes" you've ever seen.

Reviewed By 979jessicao - Bretton Woods, United States

Dos and dont’s - DO expect a beautiful, serene, calm trail that is well marked, and an overall easy walk. Paved in some parts. Great for kids, families, and those that love beautiful water, waterholes and picturesque views. DONT expect a difficult hike or climb up the side of a mountain. DO expect plenty of ‘gram moments. The scenery is gorgeous and plenty of picnic and chill out spots. We spent a couple hours meandering there and it was wonderful!

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