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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community May 4, 2003
Pros: beautiful scenery, and still plenty to do now that The Old Man is gone
Cons: it will always feel like something is missing when I visit from now on
Summary: Men hang out their signs indicative of their respective trades; shoemakers hang out a gigantic shoe; jewelers a monster watch, and the dentist hangs out a gold tooth; but in the mountains of New Hampshire, God Almighty has hung out a sign to show that ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Apr 25, 2008
Pros: Beautiful, Mostly free, Many attractions, Spectacular
Cons: Crowded on weekends
Summary: While almost everyone who visits northern New Hampshire drives through Franconia Notch State Park, to really appreciate this area you’ve got to get out of your car and explore all of the interesting (and really scenic) opportunities that this area ... read more
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Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Sep 4, 2003
Pros: Beautiful scenery!!
Cons: Limited indoor recreation in area in case of inclement weather
Summary: Franconia Notch was one of our stops in our NE trip. I am glad we chose to stay there instead of the more developed North Conway. This was the first time I was in NH during the summer time. The views are beautiful without the snow and even without the ... read more
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Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Apr 2, 2002
Pros: Beautiful scenery, many hiking trails, great camping accommodations.
Cons: Some areas, such as the Old Man on Mountain viewing area, were crowded.
Summary: Last August, my college roommate and I made a trip to New England for two things: Baseball and camping. Out of all of our camping stops in New York, Vermont, Massachusetts, and Maine, I must say that Franconia Notch State Park was the highlight of my ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Nov 10, 2001
Pros: New Hampshire at its best! Spectacular scenery and the Flume Gorge, a geological wonder.
Cons: Crowds during peak season.
Summary: The White Mountains of New Hampshire, with their spectacular natural beauty, scenic drives, waterfalls, covered bridges and amazing wildlife, attract visitors year around. Here, you'll find some of the most breathtaking views in the East as you wind ... read more
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Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Aug 28, 2001
Pros: Fun hiking, Great views, Chilling cliffs, Waterfalls
Cons: Getting Lost!
Summary: On our way to Derby Line, Vermont, we stopped at Franconia Notch National Park to look around, because my father had heard about the Basin (a large "hole" of water with a waterfall) We ended up what we thought was a short little tour walk in a half ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
May 10, 2001
Pros: Excellent collection of natural wonders, beautiful scenery
Cons: Flume Gorge physically demanding, hard to see Old Man in the Mountain
Summary: Franconia Notch is a spectacular mountain pass in the heart of the White Mountains of New Hampshire. The natural phenomenon in the area have been incorporated into Franconia Notch State Park. Instead of one large park area like most national and state ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Dec 9, 2000
Pros: fun experience
Cons: not for indoor people
Summary: I visited the park when I was 14 years old and the memory still remains vividly in my mind. I love taking long road trips, so when we drove 3 hours from home to the park I was almost disappointed. I wanted to see the White Mountains and to go up Mount ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Nov 23, 2000
Pros: Unparalleled geology. Flagship of New Hampshire's park system.
Cons: Weather can sock in Cannon Mt. 24-48 hours at a time.
Summary: Simply put, the natural beauty of Franconia Notch State Park cannot be overstated. It is one of those destinations at which adults and most younger travelers will want to plan on staying a minimum of four days. There is indeed much more to see and do ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Jul 31, 2000
Pros: Beautiful Scenery
Cons: Bugs, Rain
Summary: Many years ago I went camping in Franconia State Park in New Hampshire with three small children. I remember the horrible rainstorm and the water gushing around the bottom of the tent. The rain made me think "Calgon take me away". It was scary ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Jan 25, 2000
Pros: year round outdoor paradise, many inexpensive things to do
Cons: Careful with winter driving in the Notch
Summary: No trip to New Hampshire would be complete without a visit to scenic Franconia Notch. Its the site of New Hampshire's famous natural stone formation "The Old Man of the Mountain", and is considered by many to be a symbol of NH.
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