- The list below includes 70 free or cheap things to do in or near Franconia, New Hampshire, including 82 different types of inexpensive activities like Specialty Museums, Lake, National & State Parks and Historic Sites.
- From Franconia Notch State Park to Cannon Mountain Aerial Tramway, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Franconia and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Lincoln, St. Johnsbury, Waterville Valley and Littleton.
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Many people call the Kancamagus Highway the most scenic highway in America, especially when the fall leaves are in full color. The 34.5-mile highway, also part of New Hampshire Route 112, runs from the center of Conway to North Woodstock reaching elevations of 3,000 feet.
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77 Boulder Path Road, Waterville Valley, NH 03215
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Open during spring and summer, Waterville Valley Resort-Mountain Biking provides day passes to visitors for access to over 30 miles of marked trails on their property. The resort also offers full bike and equipment rental as well.
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It's all about skating at the Waterville Valley Ice Arena in Waterville Valley, New Hampshire. The Arena hosts hockey practices and games, and is also heavily used by figure skaters and curling enthusiasts.
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Greeley Pond is actually divided into upper and lower ponds. Visitors can hike the trails around the pond's perimeter, swim in the shallow waters, fish, or simply take in the scenery.
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6 Valley Rd, Waterville Valley, NH 03215
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A favorite spot of local skate enthusiasts is the Waterville Valley Skateboard Park. The park features an array of ramps, ledges, bowls, boxes and rails for a thrilling skating experience.
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The Mount Washington Cog Railway offers visitors a ride to the top of Mount Washington on a historic Cog Train, the world's first mountain-climbing trains, and North America's steepest railway tracks. A visit can include the historical artifacts at Marshfield Station, and the views from Mount Washington Observa…
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35 Village Rd Town Sq, Bldg C, Waterville Valley, NH 3215
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Devoted to the lives and legacy of the creators and writers of the beloved Curious George series, the Margret & HA Rey Center offers a wide variety of educational and environmentally-focused programs for kids and adults.
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11 Noon Peak Road, Waterville Valley, NH 03259
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Focused on providing the town with healthy and entertaining activity options, the Town of Waterville Valley Recreation Department offers a variety of programs and services year-round, aimed at all ages.
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Sabbaday Falls is a three-tier waterfall. Hikers can easily climb to the top of the waterfall on wide paths, and enjoy the view from many different angles; therefore, photographers should bring the camera.
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An 8-mile scenic driving route to the summit of Mount Washington, the Mount Washington Auto Road leads to the mountain's observatory and state park. Guided group van tours are also available.