Have you been itching for an adventure recently? Some of the best road trips aren’t completely planned when you start out, and end up with alterations and more along the way. The places you stay and eat are up to you, but the main course of this weekend trip is all about gorge-ous scenery. Thanks to the size of New Hampshire, in a single weekend, you can easily visit all three gorges. Adding your own stops along the path is half the fun, after all. Time to break out that bucket list! These trails aren’t very long, but sightseeing takes time when the views are this good.
- Rocky Gorge Scenic Overlook - Rocky Gorge Scenic Area
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Michelle Prater/AllTrails A short little trail with more than it’s fair share of scenery, this 0.3-mile hike won’t wear you out before you get to the beauty. It’s an easy out-and-back that offers a stunning waterfall and a quiet hike if you come during off-hours. What better way to enjoy what nature has created?
- The Flume Gorge Trail - Franconia Notch State Park
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Scott Boerman/AllTrails Next on our list is a 2.2-mile loop trail that will be a great hour or more outdoors. Of course, you have to account for the time it takes to explore and enjoy the area. Though there are no dogs allowed, the boardwalk areas are stunning enough to make up for your companion staying home.
- Lost River Gorge Trail - Lost River Gorge & Boulder Caves
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Arshak Terzian/AllTrails Last but not least, it’s time for Lost River Gorge. This short 0.6-mile loop trail is easy to handle, as long as you’re okay with stairs and boardwalks. The waterfalls are quite relaxing, and worth the price of entry when you take the whole area into consideration. It’s just that stunning!
If you’d like to bookmark these trails and plan an upcoming weekend trip, check out Rocky Gorge Scenic Overlook, The Flume Gorge Trail, and Lost River Gorge Trail out on AllTrails. On the website, you’ll find local forecasts, trail maps, and reviews from recent hikers. It’s a great resource to check before you head out!
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A short little trail with more than it’s fair share of scenery, this 0.3-mile hike won’t wear you out before you get to the beauty. It’s an easy out-and-back that offers a stunning waterfall and a quiet hike if you come during off-hours. What better way to enjoy what nature has created?
Gary Mowry/AllTrails
Scott Boerman/AllTrails
Next on our list is a 2.2-mile loop trail that will be a great hour or more outdoors. Of course, you have to account for the time it takes to explore and enjoy the area. Though there are no dogs allowed, the boardwalk areas are stunning enough to make up for your companion staying home.
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Arshak Terzian/AllTrails
Last but not least, it’s time for Lost River Gorge. This short 0.6-mile loop trail is easy to handle, as long as you’re okay with stairs and boardwalks. The waterfalls are quite relaxing, and worth the price of entry when you take the whole area into consideration. It’s just that stunning!
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Address: Rocky Gorge Scenic Area, Kancamagus Hwy, Albany, NH 03818, USAAddress: Franconia Notch State Park, Flume Gorge, Daniel Webster Hwy, Lincoln, NH 03251, USAAddress: Lost River Gorge & Boulder Caves, 1712 Lost River Rd, North Woodstock, NH 03262, USA
