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Appalachian Trail: Franconia Notch to Crawford Notch
A perfect segment to shuttle, bagging several 4,000-footers along the way.
Severe Hiking
- Distance
- 40 km
- Ascent
- 2.5 km
- Descent
- 2.6 km
Lonesome Lake Loop
Loop around Lonesome lake visiting the lonesome lake hut
Hiking Moderate
- Distance
- 4.8 km
- Ascent
- 353 m
- Descent
- 353 m
- Duration
- 1-2 hrs
- Low Point
- 532 m
- High Point
- 870 m
- Gradient
- 19˚
A relatively easy hike in Franconia Notch, this 3-mile loop provides spectacular views of Franconia Ridge, Lonesome Lake, Cannon (and the cannon balls), and Kinsman Ridge. Just off the loop on the Jimmy trail is the Lonesome Lake Shelter, the largest shelter in the White Mountains open year-round. This hike is excellent for families and beginner hikers and certainly gets the legs moving.
Description
Note: The lake is rumored to have leeches in it. I can neither confirm nor deny that so give yourself a good check if end up in the water.
Difficulty
Moderate
Hiking along trails with some uneven terrain and small hills. Small rocks and roots may be present.
Low Exposure
The path is on completely flat land and potential injury is limited to falling over.
Remoteness
Away from help but easily accessed.
Best time to visit
Features
- Wildlife
- Picturesque
- Dog friendly
- Water features
- Family friendly
- Forestry or heavy vegetation
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Guidebooks in this area
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10 of the Best Day Hikes in the Appalachian Mountains
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