What to do and see in Lincoln, New Hampshire (NH): The Best Sights & Landmarks

December 18, 2021 Claudia Navarrete

Lincoln is a town in Grafton County, New Hampshire, United States. It is the second-largest town by area in New Hampshire. The population was 1,662 at the 2010 census. The town is home to the New Hampshire Highland Games and to a portion of Franconia Notch State Park. Set in the White Mountains, large portions of the town are within the White Mountain National Forest. The Appalachian Trail crosses in the northeast. Lincoln is the location of the Loon Mountain ski resort and associated recreation-centered development.
Restaurants in Lincoln

1. Loon Mountain Ministries

264 Main Street, Lincoln, NH 03251 +1 603-745-3366 http://www.loonministry.org/index.html
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5.0 based on 33 reviews

Loon Mountain Ministries

Reviewed By Departure03769479568

Number one attraction in the White Mountains in new Hampshire, Real breathtaking, was just amazing driving up with the gondola,

2. Pemigewasset Overlook

Kancamagus Hwy Along Kancamagus Scenic Byway, Lincoln, NH https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/whitemountain/recarea/?recid=74707
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5.0 based on 7 reviews

Pemigewasset Overlook

Reviewed By mainemountainbear - Texas Gulf Coast, United States

This scenic overlook was in the White Mountains National Forest, on the Kancamagus Scenic Byway (NH 112), a short drive from Lincoln. Designated parking required proof of having paid a day use fee. Engaging displays interpreted local history and ecology; I only wished they’d been in better condition. Clean rest facilities were onsite. For mountain scenery, with views to the west and the south, there may be no better stop on the Byway.

3. Sugar Hill Scenic Vista

Kancamagus Hwy 112, Lincoln, NH 03251
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4.5 based on 61 reviews

Sugar Hill Scenic Vista

Reviewed By sdegroot2014 - Manchester, United States

We went to Sugar Hill and was amazed at all the beautiful colors. It's definitely worth the trip to see the fall colors along with a view of the mountains in the distant.

4. Hancock Overlook

NH Rte. 112 Kancamagus Hwy, Lincoln, NH https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/whitemountain/recarea/?recid=74651
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Hancock Overlook

5. Pemigewasset River

2 Franconia Notch State Park, Lincoln, NH 03251 +1 603-823-9513 http://www.hikingproject.com
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Pemigewasset River

Reviewed By rcampy52 - Monkton, United States

We decided to take a hike along the Pemigewasset river to see the Basin. There were many visitors along the snowy trail but we could fine our way. The river was mostly frozen over which gave the landscape an amazing view. When we approached the Basin we could see many ice sickles around the Basin. It was very pretty. Nice place to see this time of year as well as in the summer which we have been there also.

6. Betty and Barney Hill Incident Historical Marker

US Rt. 3 about a half mile from the entrance to Franconia Notch State Park, Lincoln, NH 03251
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Betty and Barney Hill Incident Historical Marker

Reviewed By AudEE698 - Grafton, United States

We were staying in the area to visit the ice castles and despite it being ski season, there isn't a lot open for non-skiers to do. I had read about the Betty & Barney Hill Mural tribute to their first reported alien abduction in 1961 on the app Roadside America (which gives you offbeat & odd roadside attractions where you are), so we went looking for it. We got a kick out of seeing the mural and reading all the old newspaper articles that are in the the gas station! You can also commemorate your visit with the purchase of an alien tee shirt. While we did enjoy the trip due to the lack of things open in the winter season, I suspect the busy summer/fall season there would be much more worthwhile things to do, so I wouldn't recommend making a special trip during those seasons. But if you are looking for something, it's definitely odd!!

7. Ice Castles

13 Rocky Tp Road, Lincoln, NH 03251 +1 866-435-2850 [email protected] http://icecastles.com/lincoln
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Ice Castles

Ice Castles is an awe-inspiring, must-see winter phenomenon that brings fairytales to life. The frozen attraction is located in six cities across North America. Ice Castles is built entirely by hand using hundreds of thousands of icicles hand-placed by professional ice artists. The castles include breathtaking LED-lit sculptures, frozen thrones, ice-carved tunnels, slides, and fountains.

Reviewed By Bostonmom22 - Huntersville, United States

We went to see the ice castles and they were pretty amazing. We went the extra mile and enjoyed a horse drawn sleigh ride through the woods. It was really cool to see the size of this ice castle and the work that goes into it. We had a great night walking through.

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