The first passenger aerial tramway in North America began operation on this site in 1938. Almost 7 million passengers were carried to the top by the first tram. Tram II was completed in 1980, and today, you can take a scenic 7-minute ride in one of two enclosed cable cars to the 4,080-foot summit of Cannon Mountain and enjoy panoramic views of the distant valleys and mountains. Each tram car has a capacity of 80 persons and ascends 2,022 feet vertically over a horizontal distance of more than one mile. Walking trails to a summit observation platform leave from the tram station. A gift shop and cafeteria are located in the tram base station. Cannon Mountain Ski Area has 95 trails & glades for all ability levels and is recognized as one of the best values and overall experiences for ski areas in New Hampshire & New England. Cannon is the home of the New England Ski Museum, which is located near the base of the tramway. It is open daily from 10:00-4:00, and is on the same seasonal schedule as the tramway. Cannon Mountain Aerial Tramway Open June 2 - October 15, 2017 from 8:30am-5pm daily, weather permitting (First...

Adaptive Sports Partners of the North Country provides year-round sport, recreation and wellness opportunities for people of all abilities. Whether you live in the Franconia region or are just planning a visit please contact us if you need assistant in enjoying all that the western White Mountains has to offer. Visit our website at AdaptiveSportsPartners.org to learn more about hiking, biking, kayaking, golf and over a dozen other sport, recreation and wellness opportunities offered for people with disabilities.

The Maplewood Golf Club was established in 1914 in the historic town of Bethlehem, New Hampshire. Today the 18 hole Donald Ross course offers golf to our members and the public serving as host for both charitable and business outings in this spectacular setting. You will find all that you would expect in a golf resort at The Maplewood and more. Complete with a pro shop, golfers lounge and outdoor deck, chipping and putting green and a driving range, our professional staff will make you feel at home in the relaxed surroundings. In addition the course features a rare par six which is over 650 yards long, demanding par threes and beautiful water holes that are challenging for any golfer. The Maplewood is available for group outings and business retreats offering function and banquet rooms that can accommodate small or large groups of up to 250. For those smaller groups who want to make a weekend of their outing or business meetings, our 20 guest suites in the clubhouse will allow you and your companions to rest comfortably for the next days activities. We welcome you to take advantage of this wonderful and original Donald Ross Championship golf course in...

Alpine Adventures opened the first, longest, highest and fastest Zipline Canopy Tour in New England in 2006 and continues to lead the way in the outdoor adventure industry. The original Tree Top Canopy Tour was an instant hit and continues to be a favorite for families and first time zippers. With 300 private acres in Woodstock, NH, it was no time before Alpine expanded by building the SkyRider and Super SkyRider Zipline Tours. To keep our tours safe, new, and exciting, Alpine constantly adjusts the courses and plans new routes. Continually raising the bar for Ziplining…with longer, higher lines, side-by-side racing zips and more. In addition, in 2015, Alpine built their first Treehouse, a magnificent work of art offering a welcome rest stop for many tours. Using unique 6 wheel Pinzgauers, Swiss Army transport vehicles, to take guests to the top of their Zipline Tours high up Barron Mountain. The vehicles are also used for Off-Road Adventures or a lift to start the newly expanded Backcountry Snowshoe Tours. These vehicles, with their ability to go anywhere, are not just transportation but a memorable part of any tour. The newest activity, the Thrillsville Aerial Challenge Course, with the BigAirBag© jump, located...

We can BEARLY wait to see you at Clark's! The Clark Family invites you to enjoy a wonderful day of Family Fun. Where else can you watch a famous Black Bear Show, ride a Steam Train, be chased by the Infamous Wolfman, and be amazed by Chinese Acrobats - all in the same day! You can cool off on the Water Blaster Boats, scale the walls of the Old Man Climbing Tower and learn to glide on a Segway. Merlin will turn your world upside-down and the Tuttle House tour will keep you wondering, "What just happened?!?" You can dress up for an antique-style photo and mine for gemstones and fossils. There are five museums to enjoy on the Victorian Main Street and four Specialty Shops to browse where you are sure to find a treasure or two. Explore our website and see all the excitement that awaits your next visit. We can BEARLY wait to see you!! For detailed hours please see our 2016 season calendar

The Franconia Soaring Association (FSA) is New Hampshire's only soaring club. Conveniently located at the Franconia Airport just two hours North of Boston in the picturesque White Mountains of New Hampshire. Towing and introduction to soaring flights are available Saturday and Sunday, Fridays by special arrangement and on Mondays during holiday weekends. Soaring is a safe and exhilarating sport.

The Franconia Inn maintains a network of trails totaling over 65km. Most of the trails are single track in width, winding through the woods, over brooks and across meadows. We believe our single track trails create a very intimate feeling with the forest, unlike the larger double track commercial touring centers. Rentals available. Season Pass $60 TRAIL FEE $12.00 SEASON PASS $60.00 RENTAL RATES Skis, Boots, and Poles $20 Children's Equipment $10 SINGLE ITEMS Skis $12 Boots $8 Poles $6 INSTRUCTION Class Lesson (1 hour) per person $40 Private (1 hour) $60 Lessons by expert skiers. Advanced reservation required. SKIER'S BAG LUNCH available weekends & holidays, ask at the front desk. Please leave nothing on the trail but your ski tracks. OTHER RENTALS AVAILABLE Snow Shoes $12 Tubing (complimentary to Guests) Ice Skates $12 (1/2 day) CURRENT TRAIL CONDITIONS Call 800-473-5299 Map XC Ski Center Trail Map [632 KB pdf]

Lost River Gorge is now CLOSED for the 2015 season. We look forward to your visit when we reopen in May of 2016! Travel through steep-walled gorges and marvel at boulder caves formed thousands of years ago.  Enjoy spectacular views and intriguing history.  Don't miss this great adventure for kids and scenic wonder for adults.  Your exploration of Lost River can be as easy or as ambitious as you choose to make it. You can stay on the boardwalk, or accept the challenge of the Dungeon and the Lemon Squeezer; it's up to you. Enjoy a stroll on the Ecology trail, or for the very experienced hiker the Dilly Cliff. A short video on the history of Lost River and information and exhibits concerning New Hampshire wildlife can be seen in the Forest Society's Log Cabin.