- Our list of the best things to do in Franconia, New Hampshire, features the top 100 nearby activities — including 51 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Franconia, NH has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, Sights & Landmarks, and Entertainment & Shows.
- The results below include the top 18 things to do within the city of Franconia, NH , followed by 82 popular activities in nearby cities, including Lincoln, St. Johnsbury, Waterville Valley, Littleton, Whitefield, Bethlehem, Bretton Woods, Jefferson, Bartlett, Bath, Conway, Gorham and North Conway
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The Ellis River Falls in Jackson, New Hampshire are accessible by several hiking trails. The 64-foot falls are two miles away from the nearest parking lot. Visitors must use caution in wet and cold weather because black ice may form on the rocks.
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A specialty shop offering jewellery, clothing, collectibles, and antiques, The Chalet Antiques Barn & Museum also houses the Alaskan museum, offering artifacts including a prehistoric Mastodon tooth for sale and viewing. Accommodations are available in the guest apartment.
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Displaying the work of many local and regional artists, The Museum of White Mountain Art at Jackson offers a variety of cultural exhibits. Adding to the overall experience, the collection is housed in a beautifully restored building with great architecture.
28.4 Miles
A scenic waterfall also known as Pitcher Falls, Glen Ellis Falls is a popular destination for hikers. A hiking trail leads visitors to the top of the falls, and allows for some impressive views.
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Dinsmore Road, Jackson, NH 03846
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Wintertime in Jackson, New Hampshire calls for a trip to the Nestlenook Estate & Resort Sleigh Rides. The beautiful resort keeps visitors warm and toasty on freezing New England nights, and the sleigh rides are perfect for families and couples.
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Moose Brook State Park offers hiking, biking, mountain biking, swimming, and fishing opportunities. The location also features group camping and traditional campground opportunities for those who wish to take in the site's scenic views.
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The Jackson Historical Society is based out of the old Jackson Town Hall, newly restored by the society. Historical displays and archives are available for public use. The Town Hall also features the Museum of 19th Century White Mountain Art.
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Dinsmore Road, Jackson, NH 03846
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Specializing in winter recreation with a quaint, Victorian flair, Nestlenoook Farm Victorian Recreation Park maintains a frozen pond in-season for ice skating. It also runs old-fashioned sleigh rides, and offers hot chocolate, toasted marshmallows, and other refreshments.
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Wildcat Mountain is a mountain in northern New Hampshire. In the spring, summer and fall the area is popular because of its scenic gondola, ZipRider, and Alpine Disc Golf, but in the winter the action heats up as it is a popular ski resort that offers 225 skiable acres.
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Acting as a multi-use trail system in Northeast Vermont, Kingdom Trails has even been voted as the Best Mountain Bike Trail Network in the area. In addition to biking, visitors can enjoy hiking in the summer and snowmobiling in the winter.