The Old Man of the Mountain is (still) an iconic symbol for the State of NH [Franconia NH]…read more We had a bit of a challenge locating this place. It should've been easy just off Highway 93 (Exit 34B)... this rock formation on the top of Cannon Mountain was supposed to resemble a human's face above Profile Lake but is no longer there. If collapsed on May 2003 due to natural forces.. I did search for old photos of it from the internet... hmm, interesting! and, yes, that's the fabled stone face! The museum was closed at the time but I followed a nice paved trail, a scenic pathway to Profile Lake and The Old Man of the Mountain Profiler Plaza. There at the end of the trail were a series of seven large steel rods which pointed towards the cliff where the Old Man once was... hmm, okaaaay, Instructions were posted near the rods. This monument allows a new and unique experience in viewing the Old Man of the Mountain. Here is the interactive instructions: FIND the granite stone engraved with the number closest to your height (3-7 feet) STAND on the engraved footprints on that stone SIGHT ALONG the profiler rod in front of you with one eye closed, and align the bumps on the side of the rod THE PROFILE WILL COME INTO VIEW just as it once was, high on the cliff There are a bunch of interesting reads on the plaza. Beautiful engraved granite pavers and benches too. Amazing views at Profile Lake. Review #3041

It took many years to be created, countless man-hours to try and hold it up as long as possible…read more Some history: Back in 1805, surveyors working around Profile Lake on the first road that ran through Franconia Notch State Park noticed a man's profile on the edge of Cannon Cliff. As word spread of the natural profile of an old man, the area started becoming a summer destination for wealthy New Englanders, and several large hotels were built in the area. This included the Profile House, which used to stand in the area of the Tram Building and had around 800 rooms. As the Old Man watched tourists come and go, he became more and more famous. In 1955, the 150th anniversary of the Old Man of the Mountain discovery was celebrated which included a visit from President Dwight D. Eisenhower. Three years after the celebration, a large crew spent most of their summer continuing to stabilize the rocks that made up the Old Man. Since then, countless man hours were spent keeping the Old Man of the Mountain intact On May 3, 2003, the report went out that the Old Man of the Mountain had fallen. It was a somber day for New Hampshire. Their oldest resident, the state emblem, had passed in his sleep Tip: Before heading down to see the Old Man of the Mountain, stop by the Old Man of the Mountain Museum and learn about how the Old Man was formed and other history surrounding this landmark. (ofcourse if you are interested) In order to see the Old Man once again, or for the first time, walk down to Profile Lake. Once you enter the Plaza, you will see a few interpretive signs and some strange-looking rods. Go over to them and you will see engraved stones on the ground labeled with different heights. Stand on the stone closest to your height and look up at the pole. You should be able to see the Old Man back on the side of Cannon Mountain!

A popular tourist attraction thats right in the center of town. There's a small walking trail…read moreconnected to this bridge. On the other side of the bridge you can walk down to the river and sit on the rocks and enjoy your food. I would be very careful since the rocks are smooth and probably very slippery.

The Covered Bridge in Littleton NH…read more There are many covered bridges throughout the State of New Hampshire, this one in the town of Littleton, at the edge of the White Mountains. The Riverwalk Covered Bridge wasn't visible from the main road but is located behind Main Street. I believe the building next to it is the Schilling Beer Co, the one with a cool waterfall behind its 18th century grist mill building on the river. We parked behind the shops and walked down towards the historic sign. We were able to see some great views of the river as we walked across the covered bridge. The bridge is long and beautiful. We were impressed in how large the bridge was. At the other end of the bridge is a Farmers Market building. Very pleasant walk... we then made our way on foot to check out Main Street. Review #3042

This is one of the many, many historical roadside markers you will find in NH. This one just…read morehappens to be about a UFO abduction. We had stopped at the Notch Express south of here to see the Betty and Barney Hill display they have there. The store owner let us know if we drive north to the Indian Head Resort, we would find this roadside marker. We bought ourselves a little green alien from said establishment and drove up the road a piece. Although Betty and Barney have no memory of exactly when and where their abduction occurred, this is the spot where they stopped, got out of their car and took a close look at what they recall being a space craft. While standing near here, looking at said craft, it began to descend toward them. And that's when they 'noped' the heck out of there. Next thing they remember it's two hours and 40 miles later. Creepy. Theirs is the first official UFO abduction case and a bit of local, and international, history. A definite must for any hobbyist Ufologist.

A UFO spotting in the East? Apparently so! I looked carefully while I was here but I did not see…read moreany evidence of aliens. The marker is by the side of the road in front of the Indian Head Resort. There is room to pull over and read it. It says, "On the night of September 19-20, 1961, Portsmouth, NH couple Betty and Barney Hill experienced a close encounter with an unidentified flying object and two hours of "lost" time while driving south on Rte 3 near Lincoln. They filed an official Air Force Project Blue Book report of a brightly-lit cigar-shaped craft the next day, but were not public with their story until it was leaked in the Boston Traveler in 1965. This was the first widely-reported UFO abduction report in the United States." The marker was erected in 2011 by the New Hampshire Division of Historical Resources. There is plenty of space to park to read the sign and to search around. [Review 18528 overall - 79 in New Hampshire - 2050 of 2022.]

"Unzipping The Earth" by Chris Miller, billed as the largest zipper in North America. It's 74'…read morelong, situated in an alley next to the Studio Arts Building. Lion and I went to check it out recently on a clear day. I am a lover of the oddball and kitschy. This meets the bill. It's made of granite, stretches down a narrow alleyway. It was pretty cool, really looks like a zipper. Simple but effective. Definitely worth a stop when visiting Barre.

This is a sculpture--a cool piece of public art as nice as others in much larger…read morecities--confusingly sounding like a roadside attraction as it appears as "Largest Zipper in North America" if you're lucky enough to notice it by accident on Google maps. I found this on the map that way when passing through Barre, so we stopped to check it out. The surprise of seeing what it is when we got to it, and sharing the experience with other visitors to town was all well worth it. Plus, we parked the car and got to some local spots, and visited the very nice library. It was a good little visit to town. So, if you're in the vicinity of Barre, definitely don't miss this. I was thinking maybe not worth it to drive more than an hour out of your way... but then again, if it's worth it to you, why not?

One of my favorite waterfalls and hikes!…read more It's on the Kancamagus highway and White Mountain National Forest. It's a .6 mile round trip hike, easy for the little ones too. There was ample parking and it's a nicely maintained area. The waterfall has multiple levels and a gorge. I really love the wooden bridges, viewing platforms, and railings, it reminded me of the Enders Falls in Granby, CT. My family and I enjoyed the hike and the views. It's a beautiful spot and worth a visit!

What an amazing place to stop, deep into the kancamagus highway drive. This hidden gem is about 1/3…read moreof a mile walk into the woods with about 100 feet of elevation gain. So a slight incline as you walk up to the falls. This waterfall drops through a stone flume that it has carved out of the earth for centuries. It almost bounces from rock wall to rock wall as it makes its way to the emerald pool at the bottom. The pool is strictly off limits to swimmers. There is a wooden staircase that climbs to the top of the falls, you should always stay within the rails of the wooden fences. As you get to the top you're face to face with the water as it plummets through the air and flume to the rocks below. The colors here are so magnificent in spring with the variations of green and in fall with all the beautiful autumn colors. I suggest a stop here in every season. In the winter you will 100% need micro spikes to get through the trail. It's so worth it to see this beautiful place through every season we have here in New England. Sabbaday is a beautiful place and has a soft spot in my heart. It's like stepping into a fairy world of green trees and mossy rocks to its wooden paths, and cascading water fall. If you've never been, you simply must check it out. The path is wide enough for strollers, scooters, or chairs, but again, would have to stop where the staircase begins. The cost is $5 to park in the lot, which isn't much considering all that goes into making these parks so great. There are a few spots with picnic tables to eat lunch, but the bugs will be having lunch as well! You! Still worth every second!

Really cool old house. The history is very interesting there and says a lot about the land. Was a…read morelittle disappointed though that they closed off entering the house in the fall.

Stopped in to visit on a trip along the Kancamagus Highway. They have a well kept, historical…read morecemetery, a newer barn constructed using a portable saw mill from trees on site and the original home structure. The house is furnished with period pieces and there is a docent available to answer questions. It's a nice stop to get out and stretch your legs, learn a little history and enjoy a beautiful day. There is a short walking trail on the property and the barn is available for rent.

I had seen the other sculpture on the interstate but I made it a point to stop at this one because…read moreI love how the tails are curved around. Makes for a great shot.

We stumbled on this beautiful landmark getting gas. I felt so lucky to see something so cool and…read morebeautiful out in a distance! If you're ever in Vermont Google directions to see this in person. I don't think anyone would be disappointed.

It may take some effort to get to the top, but when you do, you are rewarded for that effort!…read more Stunning views of the Lake Winnipesaukee region!

Forget paying for Castle in the Clouds - come to the Abenaki Tower for free!…read more Easy parking. I can see it getting a bit muddy in some places. 0.1 miles from the lot to the tower. Then about (5) sets of stairs to the top. Yes, a damn shame there is so much graffiti on the tower. However, it's not in your face w/ bright colors. Ignore it and take in the immense view. This is a better vantage point of both lakes Winnipesauke and Wentworth. Higher up too. I came on a cloudy day and it was still breathtaking. Pair this with the Wright WW2 museum and you have a solid day.