Orrington to Franconia Notch State Park

Updated: March 21, 2024 10:39 PM

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Orrington to Franconia Notch State Park

Language: English

Currency: US Dollar ($)

Distance: Approximately 150 miles (240 kilometers)

How to Reach:

• By car: Take I-95 North to Exit 40 (Franconia Notch State Park). Follow signs for the park.
• By bus: Take the Concord Trailways bus from Orrington to Littleton, NH. From Littleton, take the White Mountain Transit bus to Franconia Notch State Park.
• By train: Take the Amtrak Downeaster train from Portland, ME to Laconia, NH. From Laconia, take the Concord Trailways bus to Littleton, NH. From Littleton, take the White Mountain Transit bus to Franconia Notch State Park.

Expenses:

• Gas: Approximately $50 round-trip
• Bus fare: Approximately $30 round-trip
• Train fare: Approximately $60 round-trip
• Park entrance fee: $5 per vehicle
• Food and drinks: Approximately $20 per person
• Souvenirs: Approximately $20 per person

Best time to go:

• Spring: April-May, wildflowers are in bloom
• Summer: June-August, warm weather and clear skies
• Fall: September-October, foliage is at its peak
• Winter: November-March, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing are popular activities

What to Eat:

• Lobster rolls
• Blueberry pie
• Maple syrup
• Apple cider donuts
• Ben & Jerry's ice cream

Where to Go:

• Cannon Mountain Aerial Tramway: Take a scenic ride up Cannon Mountain for breathtaking views of the White Mountains.
• Flume Gorge: Hike through a 2-mile gorge with waterfalls, pools, and granite walls.
• Old Man of the Mountain: Visit the site of the famous rock formation that collapsed in 2003.
• Mount Washington Cog Railway: Ride the world's first mountain-climbing cog railway to the summit of Mount Washington.
• Crawford Notch State Park: Explore a beautiful mountain pass with hiking trails, waterfalls, and scenic drives.

FAQs:

• Is Franconia Notch State Park pet-friendly? Yes, leashed pets are welcome in the park.
• Are there any fees to enter the park? Yes, there is a $5 per vehicle entrance fee.
• Can I camp in the park? Yes, there are several campgrounds in the park.
• Is there a restaurant in the park? Yes, there is a restaurant at the base of the Cannon Mountain Aerial Tramway.
• Can I hike to the summit of Mount Washington? Yes, there are several hiking trails that lead to the summit of Mount Washington.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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