'''Franconia''' is in New Hampshire. It is the home of Franconia Notch and Cannon Mountain Ski Area. Franconia Notch is a mountain pass in northern NH with mountains rising 2,000-3000 feet on each side. It is the location of the former "Old Man of the Mountains" which is featured on the New Hampshire quarter dollar coin.

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'''The Flume Gorge''', off Interstate 93 at Exit 34A. Seasonal. A deep gorge with several waterfalls and cascades. The Flume is accessed by a boardwalk (a fee is charged) and involves a mile or more of walking.

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  • '''Cannon Mountain Aerial Tramway and Ski Area''', Interstate 93 Exit 34B, Phone: ''+1 603''823-8800, [http://www.cannonmt.com]. An alpine ski area that consists of a 70-person Aerial Tramway and several chair lifts. During the summer months, the Aerial Tramway is operated to bring tourists to the top of Cannon Mountain to experience the alpine conditions. This tramway rises 2,000 vertical feet in about 7 minutes.
  • '''The Basin''', Interstate 93, about a mile north of Exit 34B. The North Branch of the Pemigewasset River has carved out a 20' diameter glacial pothole at the base of a small waterfall. This area is accessed by a short walking path (with disabled access from I-93 southbound) and also includes several scenic cascades and the crystal clear water of the upper reaches of the Pemigewasset River. Allow 20-30 minutes for this is a self-guided hike. (No fee is charged)
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  • '''Best Western White Mountain Resort''', 87 Wallace Hill Road, ''+1 603'' 823-7422, Toll-free: ''+1 888'' 669-6777, Fax: ''+1 603'' 823-5638, [http://book.bestwestern.com/bestwestern/productInfo.do?propertyCode=30025].
  • '''Lafayette Campground''', Interstate 93, About 1 mile south of Exit 34B (southbound land only), 603-745-8391, [http://www.franconianotchstatepark.com/]. Lafayette Campground is located in Franconia Notch State Park and in the heart of Franconia Notch.
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