グラフトン郡周辺のアトラクション＆必見スポット - トップ20

Great hike

The Basin is a 30-foot-wide, 15-foot-deep glacial pothole in the Pemigewasset River, formed by melting glaciers at the end of the last Ice Age. Its smooth granite walls were shaped by swirling sand and stones over thousands of years and is an absolutely striking sight, worthy of capturing some incredible photos. Nineteenth-century writers like Henry David Thoreau admired its beauty, calling it one of New England’s most remarkable curiosities.

great hike, awesome views at summit!

The Falling Waters Trail is a 2.6-mile round-trip hike to Little Haystack Mountain, known for its beautiful waterfalls. Starting from the Trailhead Parking Lot or Lafayette Campground, hikers first encounter Stairs Falls, followed by the 60-foot Swiftwater Falls. The highlight of this hike is the 80-foot Cloudland Falls, a fan-shaped waterfall visible from trail. The hike can continue to the Franconia Ridge Trail, but caution is advised as the terrain becomes more challenging and the trail becomes a bit more exposed.

Arethusa Falls on Bemis Brook are considered the highest single-stage waterfall accessible by hiking trail in New England. The hike to Arethusa Falls on the trail of the same name is one of the most popular day hikes in White Mountain National Forest. There is a large parking lot at the trailhead on Crawford Notch Road - US Route 302; park admission costs $5 per vehicle. https://www.newenglandwaterfalls.com/nh-arethusafalls.html

Starting point for the tour into the gorge, good parking

Wow! If you didn't know the power of water, you'll see it here!

The Flume Gorge Visitor Center serves as a hub of information and amenities for visitors exploring Franconia Notch State Park. Situated near the gorge, the center offers educational exhibits on the area's natural history, wildlife, and geology. Visitors can learn about the formation of the gorge and the diverse ecosystem it supports. Additionally, the center houses a gift shop where visitors can purchase souvenirs, snacks, and other essentials for their time exploring the park. Flume Gorge Trailhead is also accessed from here. It is highly recommended to make a reservation to hike this trail, especially in the summer and fall. Please visit this website to do so: https://newhampshirestateparks.reserveamerica.com/tourDetails.do?contractCode=NH&parkId=274351&tourId=64319&cat=1