State Parks One of New Hampshire's richest resources is her State Parks. In the White Mountains these range from 6,440 acre Franconia Notch State Park, with the Old Man of the Mountain granite profile that is a symbol of the state, to the highest State Park in the East, Mount Washington State Park. These parks' diversity means that visitors and residents alike can enjoy endless recreational opportunities, from hiking to swimming, mountain biking, fishing, boating. You can take a scenic drive, watch wildlife, learn about the history of the region and the state, or simply enjoy a picnic with a glorious view.
Fees are nominal and season's passes are available.
Picnicking, fishing and canoeing. Scenic waterfalls, picnic sites, visitor center, fishing. A plaque marks the site of the Willey House, where a landslide killed the Willey family and two hired men in 1826. 356-2672 Bartlett and Conway Swimming, picnic sites. Scenic road to 700' Cathedral Ledge.