Local Area Attractions Near Lincoln / Woodstock KOA Holiday

Most of the White Mountain Attractions are a short scenic drive from our park. Remember to always take pictures but to leave only footprints.

Clark's Trading Post!

Clark's Trading Post!

Clark's Trading Post has been creating memories since 1928, featuring quality family entertainment. Enjoy a trained bear performance, steam engine ride, Chinese Acrobatic Troup, water blaster boats and a wonderful museum. They can BEARLY wait to see you. www.clarkstradingpost.com

Lost River Gorge and Boulder Caves!

Lost River Gorge and Boulder Caves!

Discover nature's beauty and puzzle pieces. Wooden walkways are lantern lit. Step back in time to face the challenge of caves. Explore gigantic boulders stacked like building blocks, and view the Judgment Hall of Pluto with its spectacular 20 foot inside waterfall. www.lostrivergorge.com

Extreme Adventures!

Extreme Adventures!

For those willing to take their "fun" to a different level, there are several zip lines and suspension bridges, where nature hikes meet thrill rides.  A Safari off-road tour is nearby.

ROCKY GORGE!

ROCKY GORGE!

Today, Rocky Gorge is as beautiful as ever from the thousands of years of erosion through these rocks. Keep in mind that Rocky Gorge is just as dangerous as it is beautiful, which is the reason swimming is not allowed here. Many people have been injured or killed in the Swift River. One of the signs displayed at Rocky Gorge tells the story of Dorothy Sparks, who almost drowned when she became trapped under the falls for over 3 hours on July 20, 1942. She was saved by a trooper who thought he was recovering Dorothy's body.

WHITE MOUNTAINS HELICOPTER!

WHITE MOUNTAINS HELICOPTER!

See spectacular scenery of the White Mountains from a new perspective...
from the air!  White Mountains Helicopter provides scenic helicopter
rides and aerial photography services in the White Mountains Region of
NH.  Reservations required and limitations apply.  Use promo code "KOA"
when you book online and receive 10% off your flight.
www.flywm.com

Lonesome Lake AMC Trail Summit!

Lonesome Lake AMC Trail Summit!

One should never do this hiking trail by their "Lonesome"...it is one to share!

Most of the area attractions can be seen in a "DAY'S TRIP" Here is sample itinerary:

Most of the area attractions can be seen in a "DAY'S TRIP" Here is sample itinerary:

FALL IS FAMILY AND APPLE PICKING!

FALL IS FAMILY AND APPLE PICKING!

Apple Orchards nearby for that apple picking experience. We make apple cider in September. Join us to learn and help with the process.

BIKE PATH!

BIKE PATH!

The Franconia Notch Bike Path is a paved trail that travels through the woods, over bridges and ends where the view will be rewarding.

Canoeing, Kayaking, Tubing, Cruising, Swimming and ATV'ing!

Canoeing, Kayaking, Tubing, Cruising, Swimming and ATV'ing!

Canoe or Kayak in a nearby river for that thrill or spill. Tubing is another way to enjoy relaxation on any lazy summer day.  Boat ramps and drop-ins are available and during any one of these water journeys, take the opportunity to cool off in any pristine Mt. stream, lake or pond. Several area shops will offer guided river and ATV tours.

BRIDAL VEIL TRAIL

BRIDAL VEIL TRAIL

This is an easy pleasant trail that leads to a pretty waterfall and cascades feeding into a little mountain pool on the Coppermine Trail.

The "Kanc"

The "Kanc"

Kancamagus Scenic Byway "The Kancamagus Highway, also known as The Kanc" is often misspelled and mispronounced Kangamangus Highway, Kangumangus Highway or Kancamangus Highway. The correct way to pronounce Kancamagus is "Kank-ah-mah-gus"

Check This Out!

Check This Out!

The tour features 40 sites on a 100 mile loop  It's educational in nature and developed by a partnership of the Forest Service, AMC, Forest Society, Arts Alliance of Northern NH and others.  Guests discover iconic locations while learning what the White Mountain National Forest is and how it came to be.

  The Weeks Act Legacy Trail.

Santa's Village!

Santa's Village!

Oh what fun! Enjoy the many wonderfully themed unlimited rides, great live shows and visit with Santa and his reindeer. Come find out why this truly is A New England Family Tradition. www.santasvillage.com

Story Land!

Story Land!

Where fantasy lives! Ride in a pumpkin coach to Cinderella's castle or spin through a giant cuckoo clock. Experience 21 wonderfully themed rides, lively shows, unique playgrounds and friendly storybook characters. www.storylandnh.com

Attitash with Mountains of Fun!

Attitash with Mountains of Fun!

A New Hampshire icon since 1976, our alpine slides are the longest in North America, checking in at just over one mile long! Ride up the Flying Yankee Quad chairlift to begin this exciting journey down rolling slopes, straightaways and, of course, the S-turns underneath the lift.

www.attitash.com/alpine-slide.html

Moose Tours!

Moose Tours!

Twilight is a Magical Time! Enjoy early evening excursions on a 3-Hour tour which is educational and fun.  Discount tickets are available in our KOA Store.

Website

Aerial Trams and Gondolas!

Aerial Trams and Gondolas!

Experience the #1 scenery in New Hampshire. Perhaps take a thrill ride on a zip line or mountain coaster. www.skiwildcat.com ; www.cannonmt.com ; www.loonmtn.com ; www.brettonwoods.com ; www.attitash.com

Loon Mountain

Loon Mountain

Loon's main attractions: NH's longest scenic gondola summit skyride, zipline and Aerial Forest Adventure Park combine for family fun! The Skyride features beautiful White Mountain scenery and access to the Glacial Cave Walk, artisan crafters, children's playground, self-guided nature walk and family dining. The Zipline offers thrills as guests soar above the Pemigewasset River and the Aerial Forest Park offers challenge high among the trees on five different courses. Also, mountain bike rentals and tours, bungee trampoline, climbing wall, accommodations, spa & fitness center, festivals, concerts and special events. www.loonmtn.com

Whale's Tale Water Park!

Whale's Tale Water Park!

New England's Favorite Water Park! Chill out, play out, thrill out or lay out but you must try the Banzai Pipeline. Slide, swim and splash then catch a show on the wave-side stage. www.whalestalewaterpark.net

Mt. Washington!

Mt. Washington!

The summit at 6288' is the highest mountain in northeastern North America. Whether you decide to ride, drive or hike it will guarantee to be a one-of-a-kind experience. www.mtwashingtonautoroad.com ; www.thecog.com ; www.hikethewhites.com

Polar Caves!

Polar Caves!

Self-guided cave tours to see Waterfowl and animal exhibits not to mention the Glacial Boulder Maze, Klondike Mines, and the Polar Mining Expedition. www.polarcaves.com

Covered Bridges and Waterfalls!

Covered Bridges and Waterfalls!

There are more than 100 waterfalls in the White Mountains. Each of our more than 50 unique covered bridges are not only an integral part of the landscape, but shall provide a place to wait out a summer rain shower or shhhhhhh steal a kiss.

Franconia Notch State Park!

Franconia Notch State Park!

See Geological wonders or take a spectacular hike. It was the home of the "Great Stone Face".  The park's information center offers interpretive exhibits, gift shop and a kids crawl through Wolf's Den and Bear's Cave. www.visitnh.gov/flume

New England Ski Museum

New England Ski Museum

Interpretive, nature based programs will be offered at Franconia Notch State Park all summer long as part of the Discover Power of Parks. Programs like "Bear Country, Sensory Hike, Flume Find, Breaking it Down, Delight of Night and Campfire Stories, will be presented by Interpretive Rangers in the Park each week. All programs are free with paid park admission. No pre-registration is required.

Auctions, Antiquing, Shopping and Museums!

Auctions, Antiquing, Shopping and Museums!

Friendly towns are encompassed around our park. ,People wave to their neighbors and friends endure. ,From individual dealers to country auctions, and where most every town boasts and antique shop, novelty store or name brand factory outlet. ,Check out the local historical and ski museums. ,And remember in New Hampshire it's all tax free.

ROCK CLIMBING!

ROCK CLIMBING!

If you are up for a real challenge and need that chill for a thrill, try this! Not for everyone, however.

LOWER FALLS

LOWER FALLS

Lower Falls is a popular swimming area in the summer, and a colorful spot for picnic or photographs during the foliage season,

Hobo Railroad!

Hobo Railroad!

Have affordable family fun on our unique specialty trains that include a HOBO Picnic Lunch. Relax in a restored vintage coach that travels along the Pemigewasset River. www.hoborr.com

Wildcat Mountain

Wildcat Mountain

#1 Scenery in the East” (SKI Magazine) Experience New Hampshire's ZipRider and soar ½-mile over trees, trails and the Peabody River at speeds up to 45 mph! Then leisurely ride the Wildcat Express Gondola Skyride to the 4,000+ foot summit of Wildcat Mountain. Views of Mt. Washington, Tuckerman Ravine, and Presidential Range offer memories, a unique picnic, and great photo opportunities. Explore and learn about natural surroundings of Wildcat Mountain located 100% on U.S. National Forest land. Café, 9-hole lift-serviced disc golf, special events available all summer. www.skiwildcat.com

Hunting and Fishing

Hunting and Fishing

The clear waters of our area are ideal for fly or cast fishing; trout, browns and rainbows.  Hunters will be in paradise not only for the notable views but also for the abundance of turkey, deer, moose, bear or whatever your hunting pleasure.  A current NH hunting/fishing license is required.

Hiking, Biking, Horseback Riding and ATV Rentals!

Hiking, Biking, Horseback Riding and ATV Rentals!

Take the time to discover many off road hiking trails, (which may be an abandoned railroad bed) which would be fantastic for bicycling too.  Franconia Notch (10 minutes away) offers a bicycle path along with a variety of hiking trails ranging from novice to the advanced level. Rock and Ice climbers are welcome to challenge the walls above Profile Lake.  Horseback riding enthusiast will enjoy the mountain meadows and cool forest trails. Nearby ATV rentals on private property is available.

Cranmore Mountain Resort

Cranmore Mountain Resort

Play is good! Visit North Conway's Playground this summer and experience adventures in our Mountain Adventure and Aerial Adventure Parks. Zoom down thousands of feet of twisting, turning fun flying through the woods on the Mountain Coaster, zip on the Soaring Eagle while accelerating 700 feet down the mountainside on a suspended cable, arc high into the sky on the Giant Swing, or race down the summer tubing hill, and more! Take to the trees in the Aerial Adventure Park for fun challenges like ziplines, air bridges, cargo nets, and other obstacles, or tour the surrounding streets and mountain slopes for a guided Segway tour.

Conway Scenic Railroad

Conway Scenic Railroad

Whether you choose one of the Valley routes to Conway or Bartlett, or the legendary Crawford Notch excursion, this is a journey back in time that the whole family will enjoy! On the Valley Train, choose Coach, First Class, or experience dining on the rails aboard the Dining Car Chocorua. On the “Notch Train” choose from Coach, First-Class, or Dome seating. With the First Class package, enjoy lunch in the elegant Dining Car Hattie Evans. www.conwayscenic.com

Six Gun City and Fort Splash Water Park!

Six Gun City and Fort Splash Water Park!

The fun starts here! Ride, slide, play and race all day on 13 rides and waterslide in the Western Village and Water Park. Help the Sheriff catch an outlaw, see a mini-horse show and play laser tag.

BEAVER POND IN KINSMAN NOTCH

BEAVER POND IN KINSMAN NOTCH


There is nothing more stunning than a glass-smooth body of water perfectly reflecting the dazzling colors of a White Mountains forest during the height of foliage season. The twin opposing images seem stitched together at the shoreline by the thinnest of threads and only the circular ripples, courtesy of a rising trout, break the mirrored spell.

FADDENS GENERAL STORE AND MAPLE SUGAR HOUSE!

FADDENS GENERAL STORE AND MAPLE SUGAR HOUSE!

Authentic, old fashioned general store family owned since 1896! On site maple sugar house, 5 time winner of "Best Maple Syrup in New Hampshire". Groceries, souvenirs, and the areas largest selection of maple syrup and maple sugar products. Located in downtown N. Woodstock. Tours are available.
www.nhmaplesyrup.com

CAFE LAFAYETTE DINNER TRAIN!

CAFE LAFAYETTE DINNER TRAIN!

New England's premiere dinner train! Fine food served on restored dining cars over a 20 mile ride. Call for schedule and reservations. Located in N. Woodstock.
www.nhdinnertrain.com

MUDDY PAWS SLED DOGS-TOUR!

MUDDY PAWS SLED DOGS-TOUR!

We offer year-round dog sledding adventures. All of our dog sledding experiences are designed to be hands on to the comfort level of the guests. Participants ages 2 and up are given the opportunity to meet and greet our rescue and second chance sled dogs, help harness and hitch their team and even help drive the sled (at musher discretion for guests and dog safety)! As always, the proceeds generated from our tours go directly to covering the expenses involved in taking in these incredible canine athletes and providing them with a home and job for life. .www.dogslednh.com/  Located in Jefferson, NH.

FIRED ON THE MOUNTAIN!

FIRED ON THE MOUNTAIN!

Paint your own pottery studio, fun for the whole family! Also offering birthday parties and girls/guys night out events. Located in Lincoln.
www.facebook.com/firedonthemountain

WOODSTOCK INN BREWERY!

WOODSTOCK INN BREWERY!

Woodstock Inn Brewery, Main St., N. Woodstock. Unique restaurant & lounge in a restored train station. Casual lunch, dinner. Children's menu, patio,nightly entertainment and Brewery Tours.
www.woodstockinnnh.com

BALANCED ROCK BODYWORKS, MASSAGE AND FITNESS!

BALANCED ROCK BODYWORKS, MASSAGE AND FITNESS!

Offering Stand Up Paddleboard and Stand Up Paddleboard Yoga, as well massage, fitness, and water aerobics.
Located in Lincoln.
balancedrockbodyworks.com/

THE ROCKS ESTATE!

THE ROCKS ESTATE!

Owned and managed by the Society for the Protection for New Hampshire's Forest, this is a unique property where family traditions come alive. Offering family programs, bus tours, hiking trails...See website for more information. Located in Bethlehem.
www.therocks.org

UPPER PEMI HISTORICAL SOCIETY!

UPPER PEMI HISTORICAL SOCIETY!

Explore the early days in the Lincoln-Woodstock area. Settlers, logging, paper mill, grand hotels. Church Street in Lincoln. Open mid-June through Columbus Day, Wed 2-4 p.m. & Sat from 6-8 p.m.
Located on Church Street, Lincoln.
www.lincoln.lib.nh.us/history.htm

COLORFUL VIEW FROM ARTIST BLUFF!

COLORFUL VIEW FROM ARTIST BLUFF!

A short steep hike, which is very rewarding. Parking is at Echo Lake.

JEAN'S PLAYHOUSE

JEAN'S PLAYHOUSE

Non-profit performing arts organization. Provides stage performances and productions and a touring children's company.