- 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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9.6 Miles
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852 Daniel Webster Highway, Lincoln, NH 03251
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Known for its granite gorge, Flume Gorge & Visitor Center offers visitors a scenic hike among ferns and lush vegetation. The visitor center has information about the park and a gift shop.
9.7 Miles
An 800 foot natural gorge, Flume Gorge has walls made of Conway granite. There is a two mile walking loop that leads all around and to the top of the gorge, and offers remarkable views.
10.4 Miles
The rustic Indian Head Resort in Lincoln, New Hampshire is a world-class vacation destination. It sits on a huge lake and is most popular from late spring through early autumn, especially for boating enthusiasts.
10.6 Miles
The path to the Georgiana Falls offers a short hike or walk with a mild, gentle incline to the lower falls. The path to the upper falls is much steeper, but offers views of the falls and valley below.
11.1 Miles
An all terrain vehicle rental service, DirtVentures ATV offers a variety of wheeled adventure tours in the shadow of the White Mountains. Tours are divided into beginner and intermediate categories.
11.6 Miles
The Brick Store is America's oldest General Store, dating back to 1790, and now specializes in New England products including food, books, clothing and puzzles.
12.1 Miles
Visitors can view a diverse art collection that includes photography, oil paintings, furniture, and knits and quilts at Old Mill Studio the. The art gallery also offers classes and hosts special exhibitions and events.
12.2 Miles
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Crawford Notch State Park, 2059 US Rt 302, Whitefield, NH 03598
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Mount Willard offers panoramic views of Crawford Notch at 2,804 feet above sea level. The hike up the mountain is 3.2 miles round trip and changes 900 feet in elevation.
12.6 Miles
Constructed in 1832, the Bath Covered Bridge is the 5th to stand on the current site. Built with a Burr Truss design, the bridge crosses the Amonoosuc River, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
13.1 Miles
Nestled in the woods, Tripoli Road offers visitors with a secluded campsite near Mt. Osceola. The campsite doesn't have amenities, and visitors must bring a permit to set up their tent on the grounds.