Franconia Notch State Park In New Hampshire Completely Transforms Every Winter, Its Frozen Beauty Is Unforgettable

Does the winter weather in the Northeast tend to have you barricading yourself indoors next to the radiator or fireplace? Stop! This place turns into a winter wonderland each year, where forests and towns look absolutely stunning blanketed in snow and ice.

If you want to avoid huddling indoors for the next few months, you will definitely want to trek into this New Hampshire state park that looks positively divine in winter. Let’s take a look!

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This is the ever-alluring Franconia Notch State Park, located just east of Franconia. It contains a mountain pass that is located within the state's White Mountain National Forest. New Hampshire State Parks/Facebook The area turns into a winter wonderland each year when snow coats the ground, ledges in the gorge, and layers of tree branches. New Hampshire State Parks/Facebook Go for a hike on the Franconia Notch Recreation Trail, which is open year-round and measures two miles. You'll get to see beautiful sights like this. New Hampshire State Parks/Facebook On a chilly hike here, you'll witness snow and ice inching in to the Pemigewasset River... Jimmy Emerson DVM/Flickr ...and even get the chance to see the waterfall freeze over! Robert Fuhro/Flickr Franconia Notch State Park is located in New Hampshire's White Mountains, about 5 miles outside of Franconia. Google Maps Parts of the state park are open throughout the year. For details about their hours of operation, fees, trail maps, and more, visit the state park's website or Facebook page

Website: nhstateparks.org

Address: 260 Tramway Dr, Franconia, NH 03580

Phone: (603) 823-8800

Looking for other fun outdoor activities to keep you busy this winter? Be sure to read about the exceptionally fun getaway you can have in New London. Read more in The Cozy Small Town Of New London In New Hampshire Is Perfect For A Winter Day Trip.