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Soft Sunrise Over a Tranquil Lake in New Hampshire
Soft Sunrise Over a Tranquil Lake in New Hampshire
Golden Sunrise on Lake with Lifeguard Chair
At the summit of Mt. Cardigan. A 3121 ft peak in Central New Hampshire. A moderate hike of 1.5 miles from the parking lot on the western side of the mountain. Stunning 360 degree views off of the granite, treeless summit make this an outstanding short day hike for families. It can be warm hiking up, and quite cooler with a lot a wind at the top.
With a tip of the hat to @StellaKristjánsdóttir here is Bella on her way up to the summit. Mount Cardigan, located in the Lakes Region of Central New Hampshire is one of the best places to be, with its 360-degree views and open ridge walks. On the east side of the mountain, start your hike at the Appalacian Mountian Club’s Cardigan Lodge. This trip utilizes the following three trails: Holt, Cathedral Forest, and Clark trails. While on the Holt trail, you will cross over Bailey Brook, a tempting but chilly swimming hole. Once at the summit, climb the fire tower and say hello to the warden if the tower is staffed. To the east one can see all the way to Lake Winnipesaukee and the Osippee and Belknap Mountains, and on a particularly clear day, you might even catch a glimpse of Mount Chocorua. To the west, you can look into Vermont’s rolling hills. To the north you can just begin to see the White Mountains, when the skies are clear. The hike is of moderate level. Total mileage one way is 2.6 miles with a hiking time of 2 hours and 10 minutes. This is an excellent hike for first-time hikers and families and an enjoyable track for those of all ability levels. The trail is steepest as you near the summit, traversing open granite slabs for the final 500ft from the Warden’s Cabin to the fire tower.
Cozy mountain cabin w/luxury bathroom, hot tub, game room, and adventure for all

Cozy mountain cabin w/luxury bathroom, hot tub, game room, and adventure for all

Orange NH
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Align Inn Vermont

Align Inn Vermont

2.5 out of 5
5817 Woodstock Rd Quechee VT
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White River Inn and Suites

White River Inn and Suites

2.5 out of 5
91 Ballardvale Drive White River Junction VT
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in White River Junction. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
Everything was nice

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Cozy mountain cabin w/luxury bathroom, hot tub, game room, and adventure for all

Cozy mountain cabin w/luxury bathroom, hot tub, game room, and adventure for all

Orange NH
Stay at this cabin in Canaan. Enjoy a fitness centre, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Sudrabin Forest and Cardigan Mountain State Park are ...
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Cold Spring Plymouth Resort

Cold Spring Plymouth Resort

3.5 out of 5
460 North Ashland Road Ashland NH
Stay at this ski holiday home in Ashland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a golf course and a fitness centre. Popular attractions The Flying Monkey Movie House and Performance ...
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White Mountain Cozy Cottage with Touch of Modern

White Mountain Cozy Cottage with Touch of Modern

Campton NH
Stay at this cottage in Campton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Blair Bridge and Blair State Forest are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (52 reviews)
It was infested with bugs mostly ladybugs everywhere dead and alive. I even found a dead ladybug in my bed. It’s was nasty other than that it was ok but the bugs everywhere was quite uncomfortable!

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At the summit of Mt. Cardigan. A 3121 ft peak in Central New Hampshire. A moderate hike of 1.5 miles from the parking lot on the western side of the mountain. Stunning 360 degree views off of the granite, treeless summit make this an outstanding short day hike for families. It can be warm hiking up, and quite cooler with a lot a wind at the top.

Cardigan Mountain State Park

You can take time to visit Cardigan Mountain State Park during your travels to Orange. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

Cardigan Mountain State Park

Cardigan Mountain School

Explore the campus of Cardigan Mountain School during your visit to Canaan.

Cardigan Mountain School

Goose Pond Park

After visiting Goose Pond Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Canaan.

Goose Pond Park

Mascoma State Forest

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mascoma State Forest during your travels in Canaan.

Mascoma State Forest

Canaan Motor Club

You can take time to visit Canaan Motor Club during your travels to Canaan.

Canaan Motor Club

Goose Pond Park Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Goose Pond Park Beach during your trip to Canaan?

Goose Pond Park Beach
Packard Hill Covered Bridge in Lebanon, NH

Lebanon

Hanover showing café lifestyle

Hanover

Beautiful landscape view of Smith Pond, New Hampshire, USA

Enfield

Raising black bears in New Hampshire.

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