Franconia Notch Attractions

Explore Franconia Notch State Park

Toss on the hiking boots and explore a variety of trails from mild to technical. Admire the waterfalls and covered bridges at the Flume Gorge. Get a bird's eye view of the surrounding mountains with a trip up the Tram. Bask in the sun and work on that tan at Echo Lake Beach. Follow the paved bike path as it meanders along the Ammonoosuc river. Pack your camping gear and stay in the heart of it all at Lafayette Place Campground. Whatever your summer style is, Franconia Notch has something for you to enjoy!

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Summer Red Tram coming into upper station

Aerial Tramway

1:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Mon – Sun

The cable cars bring visitors to the 4,080-foot summit of Cannon Mountain in under ten minutes. Aerial Tramway tickets for summer 2025 are now live!

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Flume Gorge

2:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Mon – Sun

The Flume is a natural granite gorge extending 800 feet at the base of Mount Liberty. You'll see towering moss-covered granite walls rising to a spectacular height of 90 feet, cascading waterfalls, historic covered bridges, glacial pools & boulders.

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Echo Lake Beach

1:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.1:00 p.m. – 10:00 a.m.1:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Mon – FriSatSun

Take in the views of Franconia Notch from the Beach or by boat. Echo Lake is a 39-acre spring fed lake. Boat rentals, snacks and beach toys are available at the General Store. Spend the day or stop by for a picnic with a view!

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Glass lake with the Franconia Ridge perfectly reflected

Hiking & Hiker Parking

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There are a variety of hiking options in Franconia Notch. From short, easy walking paths leading to beautiful naturally formed features to challenging, single or multi-day treks. Everyone will have the opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors.

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group of kids in front of the hiker cabin with cannon cliff in the background

Discover The Power of Parks

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Our interpreters from the Student Conservation Association are based out of Lafayette Campground and have planned a whole summer of informative and fun programs for you to take advantage of while visiting Franconia Notch State Park.

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The Old Man of The Mountain

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With the collapse of the Old Man of the Mountain on May 3, 2003, New Hampshire lost a beloved icon. Since that day, friends of the Old Man from throughout the Granite State and beyond have continued to celebrate the spirit of the Profile.

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