Attractions
Franconia Notch State Park has endless adventures for your family, from Cannon Mountain's Aerial Tramway to miles of hiking trails to the Flume Gorge and everything in between!
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Cannon Mountain Aerial Tramway |
80 person tram cars that climb to the summit of Cannon Mountain! Open daily, weather permitting from 9am - 5pm from May 28, 2010 - October 17, 2010.
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The Flume Gorge |
One of Nature's wonders! Boardwalk, waterfalls, nature walk and covered bridges. Open daily from 9am - 5pm from May 7, 2010 - October 24, 2010. |
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The Basin |
A short walk to a granite pothole formed by a glacier! Connects to Cascades trail with more waterfalls! |
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Camping |
Franconia Notch State Park offers two different campground options: Lafayette Place Campground & Cannon RV Park. |
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Echo Lake & Echo Lake Beach |
Spectacular spring-fed lake and beach at the north end of the park. Open daily, weather permitting from 10am - 5:30pm from June 19, 2010 through September 6, 2010. |
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Artists Bluff |
A great, short hike to outstanding views of Franconia Notch. One of the most popular hikes in the White Mountains. |
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Hiking |
There are miles and miles of hiking trails in and around Franconia Notch State Park, including a portion of the Appalacian Trail.
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Recreation Path |
An 8 mile recreation path for bicycles and pedestrians that runs the length of the park from the Flume Gorge to just north of Echo Lake. |
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Boise Rock |
This great glacial erratic has been a part of the history and folklore of Franconia Notch for generations. |
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Profile Lake |
The spring-fed headwaters of the Pemigewasset River, below the former profile of the Old Man. Fly-fishing only. |
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Old Man Museum |
Free museum dedicated to the Old Man of the Mountain at the base of the Tram. |
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New England Ski Museum |
Free museum at the base of the Tram, rich with the history of skiing in America. |
PETS: Pets are only permitted in Franconia Notch State Park in the designated dog walks in the Flume & Tramway parking lots. Pets are prohibited from Echo Lake Beach, Lafayette Campground, on the Tram and in the Flume Gorge.
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