Beautiful waterfall with a really nice hike to get there. There are plenty of rocks and steps along…read morethe way, but it's not too difficult and it feels like you actually worked for the view. Lots of people were there enjoying it, sitting by the falls and doing the hike, and kids were able to make it without much trouble.

If you're in the White Mountains, be sure to stop at Arethusa Falls! We paired it on with…read moreFrankenstein Cliff, making for a perfect half day hike. If you choose to pair it on with the cliff, make sure to do that trail first and it will lead into the falls trail. The cliff trail is MUCH more challenging and is not recommended unless you are experienced with hiking. For the falls trail, I would recommend allotting 2-3 hours. It's a quick and easy trail that will take you maybe 45-1 hour each way depending on your experience, but you'll want to spend some time at the falls. Highly recommend!

Nice view with many wild flowers. I did a loop hike. 9.2…read moremile, 2625 feet elevation gain. Hiked up via Gorge Brook trail, then checked out South peak which is a small detour. Then, continued on Carriage road to the Mount Moosiluke. Hiked down via Beaver brook trail and Asquam ridge trail. The top area is green meadow. This is very unusual in the White mountains. It is nice to sit down in the meadow and have lunch with view.

Took my first winter hike today following the Gorge Brook-Carriage Road-Snapper Trail loop…read more Amazing is all I have to say! I highly recommend this trail for a half day 4-5 hour outing as the full loop is about 7.5 miles. There is a little stretch near the top that's so windy it will freeze up your face and any liquids you're carrying will instantly turn into ice. I'm pretty sure with the windshield factor up there, it's below zero. As long as you've got the proper gear (gloves, multiple layers of clothing, hat and definitely microspikes or crampons) to tackle this baby, the summit is absolutely worth all the hard work. Such gorgeous views.

Great trail, especially since it was early May and the park wasn't fully open yet, so this felt…read morelike the best option. Very kid friendly and also had handicap accessible viewing areas. It wasn't mind-blowing, but it was a fun little adventure and really enjoyable for what it was.

Nice place to walk. Opens at 9. Get there early before all the other tourists come and then it…read moregets crowded.

Stunning entry point to the Pemigewasset Wilderness!…read more I was looking for a short hike to salvage the great weather we had at the end of a rainy weekend and this one came across my facebook feed of all places. I was amped though because I was hoping for 3 things this trip to NH: viewpoints, water, and bridges. This had 2/3 and The Flume had given me the last piece the day prior. I got there around 11 which seemed to be pretty early as the trail was empty. So empty I second guessed myself as there were bear warning signs and no cell reception. After a brief pep talk I continued on my way. So glad I did because eventually other day and thru hikers joined the path. This trail goes for a little over 3 miles and ends at a waterfall and connects to other trails and mountains in the Whites. Much of it is abandoned railway and the old planks are still partially exposed along the path. The view downriver is breathtaking. I must have stood on the suspension bridge for 20 minutes taking it all in. Were it a bit warmer I would have joined some of the other brave souls and dipped my feet in! Things to know: -paid parking for a nominal fee. They have machines and the trust system. -tons of parking spaces -restrooms though I can't say if they're flush or not -right off the Kanc and close to Loon Mountain I can show you better than I can tell you - enjoy my pics!

We came during foliage season and it was one of the best spots to see foliage. We parked at the…read moremain parking lot right off the Kancamagus Highway and we only walked for about 5 minutes to get into water. We did not finish the 3+ mile trail, we came back to the parking lot after a short walk. This parking lot could get very busy during Fall, so I suggested either go early or go late during foliage season.

Honestly if I could give this a negative 100 star review, I probably would. So where we start…read more These campsites are trash in trash out campgrounds. No one follows the rules ever. There shouldn't be broken beer bottles littered everywhere or toilet papers and wet wipes scattered in the woods. That isn't even the worse part. We come camping to disconnect from electronics in order to be one with nature. However, there are people that come with generators and karaoke machine, strobe lights to name the least. I get it. Everyone wants to have a good time. Be considerate of your neighbors. Having raves and karaoke parties until early in the morning is not fun. Especially when they have their volumes at 100. This used to be a great place to come and reconnect with your families. Not anymore.

It's been at least 7 or 8 years since I've gone camping here annually. If you want some peace and…read morequite, this is the place to camp. No curfews, no one on top of you... just camp out and do your own thing. Such a great place, we always set up camp by the stream. There's no bathroom or wash area so this is not for the glampers! Although there's porter potties up the closer to the entrance for those who doesn't want to take a squat in the woods! Prices of car has gone up over the years but not too drastic. Prices of wood was $7/bundle when I was there. Can always drive to town to get cheaper wood...$3/bundle. When your week is done, pack up and leave. Remember to pick up after yourself! Hope people who come here wouldn't ruin this places natural beauty because I hope to come back every year!

An excellent swimming hole on the edge of the Pemigewasset Wilderness. Access is limited so be sure…read moreto get there early and check in with the Rangers at the parking lot to get a day pass. Fun for rockhopping, picnicing, lounging in the sun and two natural waterslides. Take the kids and teach them how awesome erosion is as the flume launches them down a ten foot drop into a near bottomless pool of sparkling mountain water.

Franconia Fall is one of New Hampshire's many great swimming holes. Watch the weather and rain…read morefall. Great place to take the family. Wear water shoes (protect those toes when rock hopping) Pick a place to hangout in the sun or shade. Bring a diving mask and explore the pools. If the water is high use caution and consult with the ranger. Have fun exploring and please leave the glass bottles/containers at home! This is a great spot to explore and learn whey New Hampshire is the granite mountain state!

Great view. Trailhead on Tripoli Road. Parking lot fee it…read more$5. You can go to both Mount Osceola and East Osceola. Total 8.2 miles, 2871 feet elevation gain. View is great from MOunt Osceola. This mountain valley is a place of clouds hanging, so the view is kind of dramatic. East peak was in the clouds and I couldn't see the view, but when I was there in winter there was a view (East peak itself doesn't have a view but there is a view point a bit beyond the summit).

Heave, ho and hoist! What a climb! Ascending Osceola (and East Osceola) via the Osceola Trail was…read morea moderate climb. Most peak-baggers choose to snatch up both Osceola's main peak (4,315 feet) as well as nearby East Osceola (4,156 feet); though you can approach from either the South or the East, I would recommend the Southern trail head off of Tripoli Rd as your base (roundtrip distance: 7.4 miles); 3$ to park at the base. The lower half of the trail was rocky (though I found this quaint on my way up, loose footing on the descent was rather frustrating) and several spots where the trail runs over large slabs of diagonal stone. About 3/4 of the way up to peak 1 there are fantastic views of Mt Tecumseh to the South (a serious temptation and a fabulous motivator to continue on up up UP!). The view from the top is phenomenal; the slab spreads out and reveals the valley far below - the morning of my hike the clouds played kaleidoscope with the sun, skittering shadows on the Earthen treescape *and I'm in love with hiking all over again* Traveling on to the East peak seemed like a cinch, only one mile away over rocky trodden trail. There is a very difficult craig called "the Chimney" as you descent to the col; about fifty-feet of tricky rocky tetris hard-footing. There IS a round-about/"cheaters" route which is considerably less difficult which I would recommend for descent, but I challenged myself on the return (I was VERY thankful to be in a caravan at that point!). East peak is a bit of a let down after the grande sweeping views of the previous summit (just a pile of rocks really, I walked past this "marker" before I had even realized what it identified). There are a couple of peekaboo viewpoints Northeast along this short trail which are quite nice, and made returning to the peak all that more enjoyable. It is easy to understand why this is one of the most popular hikes in the Whites. I passed all typed on my trek: singles, couples, friends, and families - it is a moderate hike with fantastic visual rewards!

This hike is so epic. One of my all time favorites. I was intrigued by this adventure, with the…read morepromise of perpetual ice in summer. This is a difficult excision, and the trail may be wet, and even in rock climbing shoes is slippery. There were also orange slugs everywhere, which with foot hold slipping got squished by hands. The first several miles are flat, and then you start bouldering into and then up the Ravine. We did find some show in June, and the caves were cold and refreshing. The climb up to the top of the ravine is challenging, but you are rewarded with epic photo ops and views. The only unpleasantness was the mosquitos and black flies. Kids always bring your bug repellent. You can also extend the hike to hit the peak of Mount Adams. It is prone to storms and lightening. You can seek shelter in the hut near the peak if trapped in a storm. You do not have to go back down the ravine, you can return vis the Mount Adams trail, it is a loop.

Hiked on 2018/4/8. Started at Sandwich mountain Trail to Moon Peak, then Jennings Peak, then…read moreSandwich Dome. Out and back 8.2 miles total. It was a nice view from Jennings Peak and Sandwich mountains. Completely covered with snow, but micospikes are good enough: no needed of snowshoes, although I carried them. Not many people since it is 3993 (still under 4000 feet). so it's peaceful.

It's a nice trail. Parking spots are very limited. Follow the yellow signs up and back down. Do not…read morefollow green signs, they will lead you some where else

This used to be my favorite bike when I was a kid. I thought it was so cool that you could like two…read moremountains if you knew how to find the saddle trail However these days the parking lot is always packed and there are hordes of people on the trail (no my idea of a good hike) I'd recommend mount major or similar if you like a hiking day where you don't have to fight for parking or say hi to 50+ people on the way up (and the again on the way down.) We have a lot of mountains up here. If you really want a quiet day out during the prime months I suggest you find another trail. There are at least 3 others within 3 miles of this one