Franconia Notch State Park

Nestled among the peaks of the Whites, Franconia Notch State Park offers something for all levels of outdoorsiness, whether you’re a rugged backwoods type or a reluctant dabbler. Experienced hikers can take on the Lincoln-Lafayette Loop, which has nearly nine miles of woodland terrain and great views. Newbies should check out the New England Ski Museum as well as the Flume Gorge at the base of Mount Liberty, a natural wonder with 70- to 90-foot-high walls of granite that hug the fast-flowing Pemigewasset River.