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      Caves
Lost River Gorge and Boulder Caves: When you explore Kinsman Notch and Lost River, you’ll discover a land of remarkable and enduring beauty – a rugged land forged over time by the most powerful forces on earth. For more information see www.findlostriver.com
 Polar Caves: Polar Caves provides quality recreation for hundreds of thousands of visitors from all over the world. You can enjoy self-guided cave tours, a Glacial Boulder Maze, Polar Mining, nature trails, waterfowl and animal exhibits. For more information see www.polarcaves.com
 Ruggles Mine: While mostly an open pit mine, there are also giant rooms and tunnels with arched ceilings to explore at your leisure. You can drive right to the top of Isinglass Mountain and park on the summit plateau. Here you are greeted by a vast panorama of valleys, forest and surrounding mountains. For more information, see www.rugglesmine.com
Fishing & Salt Water Fishing
Fish Lake Winni Charter Fleet: The Charter Fleet specializes in light line sport fishing adventures state wide, targeting Fresh Water Land Lock Salmon, Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Lake Trout, Brook Trout, Atlantic Salmon (i.e. fly fishing only), Small & Large Mouth Bass, Black Crapie, Salt Water Stripped Bass, Cod and Haddock.
Beginners and experts will enjoy fishing some of NH's small ponds and lakes, or New Hampshire's Crown Jewel Lake Winnipesaukee. 'Fish Lake Winni Charter Fleet' can and will provide you with an unforgettable fishing and scenic adventure with memories and pictures that you'll be talking about for year to come. Visit www.fishlakewinni.com for additional information. Glynn House guests will receive $50 off of rack rates.
Baseball
The Fisher Cats bring excited AA league baseball to New Hampshire. Spectators have the opportunity to get close the players and the playing field. For additional information including the season schedule see www.nhfishercats.com
Bird Walks
Guided Bird Walks are available for visitors interested in local birds but not familiar with local birding locations. For more information, contact Tony Vazzano - 603 284 7718
 GardensTarbin Gardens is the destination for nature lovers, bird and butterfly watchers, photographers, artists and for garden enthusiasts. Flowering trees, shrubs and perennials fill the English style gardens creating a parade of new vistas. There is always something new to experience. www.tarbingardens.com
  Glider Rides
The Franconia Soaring Association offers introductory soaring flights with an experienced commercial pilot or flight instructor. Standard flights last about 15 minutes and premium trips are 30 minutes. For more information, contact www.franconiasoaring.org/glider_rides.htm
Greyhound Racing
The Lodge at Belmont: Live greyhound racing during the summer season. Other activities include year-round thoroughbred, harness and greyhound racing from all major tracks plus poker tournaments and live games. The Lodge also offers visitors a selection of good restaurants. www.thelodgeatbelmont.com
Hiking
Popular Hikes in Franconia Notch State Park
BALD MOUNTAIN and Artists BLUFF, reached by a short hike, offer fine views of Cannon Mountain and Franconia Notch. The 1-½ mile hike begins in the parking area across Route 18 from Peabody Base Lodge. After ¼ mile a short, steep path diverges left for 1/10 mile to the open summit of Bald Mountain. The main trail continues on from the junction and bears right, up and across the low ridge. A short unmarked path diverges left to the open top of Artists Bluff. The main trail continues down to Route 18 near Echo Lake.
Lonesome Lake, nestled in the mountains 1,000 feet above the floor of the notch, is a popular hiking destination. It is reached by a 1-½ mile (one way) trail that begins at Lafayette Place, just south of the cabin near the campground. A lakeside trail leads to the Appalachian Mountain Club hut at the far end of the lake and passes by an inactive beaver lodge.
Kinsman Falls, a beautiful secluded and oft-overlooked spot on Cascade Brook can be found by following the Basin-Cascades Trail for ½ mile from the Basin. Many potholes and ledges in the brook along the way make for an enjoyable twenty minute (one way) walk. A rough path diverges left off the trail to the cool base of the falls. Follow the main trail a short way to a brook crossing to the left that leads to Rocky Glenn Falls.
Mt. Pemigewasset, the open ledges at the 2,557-foot summit of Mt. Pemigewasset (Indian Head) afford excellent views of Franconia Notch, the Franconia Range and the valley to the south. The 1.4-mile (one way) trail climbs moderately to the summit from the Flume Visitor Center parking area. Return can be made by the same route or via the Indian Head Trail that diverges from the Mt. Pemigewasset Trail just below the summit, and leads one mile to Route 3, one mile south of the Flume Visitor Center.
Lincoln-Lafayette Loop. The perfect day hike isn't easy to find. So many trips are too short and easy to be satisfying, or too long and strenuous to accommodate a range of abilities. For reasonably experienced outdoor types, the Lincoln- Lafayette Loop in the White Mountains is just right. At 8.8 miles round-trip, it challenges hikers with rugged woodland terrain and rewards them with spectacular views. For more details, see www.franconianotchstatepark.com
Black Cap Path: 3.7 miles off route 16, Intervale, on Hurricane Mountain Road; trail through spruce and beech forests leads to the bare summit; 2.4 miles, 2 hours;
Boulder Loop Trail: Dugway Road off the Kancamagus Highway; excellent views for relatively little effort; an interpretative leaflet keyed to numbered stations is usually available; 2.8 miles, 2-4 hours;
Diana's Bath: Dirt road off West Side Road, Bartlett; .7 miles past Cathedral Ledge Road; easy relatively flat walk to beautiful rocky cascades; ½ mile, 40 minutes;
Greeley Ponds: 9 ½ miles east of Lincoln on Kancamagus Highway scenic Byway; grades are easy and the ponds beautiful; Upper Greeley Pond, 3 ½ miles, 2 hours; lower pond is 1 mile farther;
Lincoln Woods Wilderness Trail: 4 miles east of Lincoln on Kancamagus Highway; follows an abandoned railway grade; Franconia Falls Cascade, 6.4 miles, 4 hours;
Three Ponds Trail: Off Stinson Lake Road, Warren; a relatively easy walk to an attractive pond and pond side shelter; 5 miles, 3 hours;
Welch-Dickey Loop Trail: Fine view for modest effort; trail begins at the Orris Road parking area off Upper Mad River Road in Waterville Valley; 4.4. miles, 3 hours 10 minutes;
For information on mountain weather, hiking safety and trail conditions contact www.outdoors.org
Horseback Riding
Canoe, Kayak & Raft Rentals
Boat Trips
Experience the wonders and beauty of Squam Lake during this 90 minute guided tour around the most picturesque lake in New England. You'll view singing Loons, Eagles and spectacular scenic vistas. Visitors also see the locations where the film 'On Golden Pond' was filmed. Travel is on all-weather pontoon boats. For more information, visit www.nhnature.org Glynn House guests receive a 14% discount.
  The M/S Mount Washington is an excursion ship sailing on Lake Winnipesaukee. Scenic and dinner dance cruises are offered from early May through October. Lake Winnipesaukee is the largest lake in NH spanning 72 miles at the longest stretch. It is located in the foothills of the White Mountains and is surrounded by three mountain ranges. On a clear day, you can see Mount Washington from the ship. For additional information see www.cruisenh.com
Cruise on Squam Lake for 2.5 hours aboard a 21' bow-rider. Come enjoy a private excursion planned to suit your requirements. Anchor in quiet coves or off sandy beaches. Cruise slowly or speed around the lake. Swim, jump off the famous `jumping rock' and view wildlife. For more information see www.experiencesquam.com.
Ride the classic 'Millie B'! Discover Winnipesaukee's spectacular lake and mountain views, picturesque islands, coves and beautiful summer homes. Experience the classic elegance and thrill of an antique boat ride reminiscent of the Roaring Twenties! For additional details, see www.wolfeborotrolley.com
Enjoy the splendor of Lake Winnipesaukee on a private charter cruise of the lake aboard a custom-built "Downeaster" cruiser. Latitude 43° takes visitors to many areas that are not accessible to larger boats and allows route changes along the way. On your journey, you'll see some of the many islands, magnificent mountains and hidden coves that surround and are a part of Lake Winnipesaukee. www.Latitude43Charters.com
  Cycling and Mt. Biking
Golf
There are a number of excellent golf courses throughout the Lakes and Mountains Region. Courses that accept visitors include:
 Bethlehem Country Club, Bethlehem www.bethlehemccnhgolf.com Canterbury Woods Country Club Canterbury, www.canterburywoodscc.comDen Brae Golf Course Sanbornton, www.denbrae.comHighland Links Golf Club,Plymouth 603-536-3452Indian Mound Golf Club,Center Ossipee, www.indianmoundgc.com Jack O'Lantern,Woodstock, www.jackolanternresort.com Kingswood Golf Club,Wolfeboro, www.kingswoodgolfclub.comLisbon Village Country Club,Lisbon, www.lisbonvillagegolf.com Lochmere Golf Club,Tilton, www.lochmeregolf.com
Covered Wagon Rides: Do you fancy a ride on a on a picturesque, old fashioned covered wagon pulled by two gallant Belgium Draft horses? They will pull you through the woods during the fall foliage giving you a leisurely opportunity to witness the splendor of Mother Nature's colorful pallet. For more details see http://watervillevalleyregion.com/RockyRidge/
Machine Gun Safari
(summer months only) Whether the action heroes portrayed in Hollywood films captured your imagination, or you are a firearms enthusiast who has always wanted to fire machine guns, come to Machine Gun Safari and experience the thrill of full auto. For more information see www.MACHINEGUNSAFARI.com
ATV Tours
Outback Kayak Adventure offers a terrific ATV tour. There’s something for everybody. For those seeking thrills, you’ll enjoy speeding across open terrain and mountain trails. The spectacular White Mountains scenery will delight riders looking for a more relaxing experience. For more details, see www.outbackkayak.net/welcomepage.html
Take Heritage Farm's ATV Adventure Tours and discover the beautiful backcountry of the Lakes Region. At Heritage Farm, they have thousands of acres and miles of trails for your enjoyment. Whether out for a quite ride or to challenge the trail, they have the tour for you. Trail options include Heritage, Hardscrabble, Whispering Pine, Cliff Hanger and Nightrider. Additional seasonal options include maple sugar and fall foliage trails. For more details, see www.heritagefarm.net
Shooting Ranges
Belmont Firearms Range is one of the premier indoor shooting facilities in New England. Whether it's to rent a firearm from their huge inventory of pistols, revolvers, rifles, shotguns and machine guns, or use your own weapon. You can also take a class from one of their industry certified instructors. For more information, see gunsnh.com/b_range.php
Sleigh Rides
Private romantic sleigh rides and group rides (parties of up to four) are now offered by Cobble Mountain Stables. Rides travel through spectacular snow-covered New Hampshire countryside and last approximately 20 - 25 minutes. Visit www.cobblemountainstables.com/about.html for additional information.
Train RidesEnjoy a scenic dinner train ride on The Café Lafayette Dinner Train. You'll pass by the fields and forests of the Pemigewasset River and view spectacular scenery, as you travel through Franconia Notch State Park. You'll enjoy a meal beyond your expectations! For more information, see www.nhdinnertrain.com
All aboard the Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad and enjoy a nostalgic rail excursion. The train travels 7 miles along the shoreline, always within view of the lake. For more details, see www.hoborr.com/winni.html
 The Hobo Railroad in Lincoln provides a 1 hour 20 minute train excursion into a bygone era
when train travel was at its peak. It's a timeless trip through a natural woodsy setting along the Pemigewasset River, just minutes from the Franconia Notch. For more details see www.hoborr.com
  A ride on the Cog Railway provides an unforgettable experience. You'll enjoy magnificent scenery and marvel at the excitement of a real steam locomotive in action. You'll climb the tallest mountain in the Northeast and have views - on a clear day - that cover four states, the province of Quebec and the Atlantic Ocean. For more details see www.thecog.com
Foliage Trains
 The Hobo Railroad is running scheduled scenic foliage trains with a view of the foliage along the Pemigewasett River. Round trip is 80 minutes and departs Lincoln twice daily - unreserved train. For more information, see www.foliagetrains.com
The Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad operates their tour along the lake. It views Lake Winnipesaukee & the Foliage. Round trip is one or two hours - unreserved train. For more information, see www.foliagetrains.com
Dine along Lake Winnipesaukee on Saturday nights only on 9/23 to 10/21 at 6:00PM. Enjoy the Fall Foliage as you travel the shoreline of the lake while enjoying a delicious Turkey Dinner catered by famous Harts Turkey Farm - by reservation. For more information, see
 Great views of rocky gorges and falls and don't miss the derelict bridge at Livermore Falls. Several stretch, smoke, explore, photo stops. This is an added seasonal route - four hours round trip - four hours round trip - that leaves Meredith towards the north climbing Ashland Hill and
ending in the White Mountains at Livermore Falls - by reservation. For more information, see www.foliagetrains.com
See one of NH's longest double span covered bridge at Beebe River logging town and Campton. Get off at the Hobo Train Station in Lincoln, right in the heart of the White Mountains and Franconia Notch. This is a full day, seasonal route operating twice a year from Meredith north through Livermore Falls and travels an additional 20 miles to reach
the end of the line - by reservation. For more information, see www.foliagetrains.com
Arts, Crafts and Nature
Squam Lakes Natural Science Center:
Tarbin Gardens is the destination for nature lovers, bird and butterfly watchers, photographers, artists and garden enthusiasts. Flowering trees, shrubs and perennials fill the English style gardens creating a parade of new vistas. www.tarbingardens.com
The Annual Lakes Region Fine Arts and Crafts Festival is an outdoor, juried arts and crafts exhibition and sale of fine arts and fine
crafts. The festival features high quality work of over 110 artists and
craftspeople. The festival is held outdoors in Meredith, among the
Meredith village shops and the Mill Falls marketplace. See www.meredithcc.org/artfest.html for additional details.
Castle in the Clouds: The Plant's mountaintop estate Lucknow was built in 1913 /14 on a high promontory of the Ossipee Mountain Range, with a breathtaking vista of Lake Winnipesaukee. The house is an unusual example of Arts and Crafts architecture in New England, expressing the movement's philosophy of living in harmony with nature. The house exhibits skilled hand craftsmanship in every aspect of its interior and exterior, but also features a number of technological innovations of the early 20th century. See www.castleintheclouds.org for additional details.
Mount Washington Observatory: Observing extreme weather atop the Northeast's highest peak for 75+ years. Visit the summit museum for a look at the geology and human history of the mountain. For more information, see www.mountwashington.org
Mount Washington Auto Road: A drive up the Mount Washington Auto Road is a one-of-a-kind experience. Encounter ever-changing weather, panoramic views and four climate zones as you climb the highest point in the Northeast. For more information, see www.mtwashingtonautoroad.com
Moose Tours
For the first time ever, the Science Center is offering naturalist-led mini-bus tours to look for these leviathans of the north woods. Tours depart Friday evenings. For more details, see www.nhnature.org.
Motorcycle Rentals
Rent & Ride a Harley
Regardless if you've saddled up 1000 times or you're getting ready to experience the thrill of riding a Harley-Davidson motorcycle for the first time, it's easier than ever to experience the bike of your dreams. One day or multiple day rentals are now available. For more information, visit www.laconiaharley.com/custompage.asp?pg=rentals
 Zipline Treetop Tours
Glynn House guests will receive a 6% discount, when the inn makes the booking for their guests.
The Bretton Woods Canopy Tour is a unique 3 1/2 hour tour consisting of 10 cable zip lines and two adventure sky bridges suspended 50 feet above the forest floor. Each zip line varies in length, with a maximum span of 830 feet and 150 feet above the ground. The final thrill consists of Williwaw Racing Zip, a dual zip line cable so you can race your friends or family members to the finish line! www.brettonwoods.com/activities/canopy_tour/overview
Natural Wonders
Flume Gorge This 800 foot long chasm at the base of Mount Liberty has been impressing passerby since it was discovered in 1808. Its walls of Conway granite stretch 90 feet high. Keep an eye out for the Flume Covered Bridge - one of the oldest in the State. See www.flumegorge.com for more details.
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Glynn House Inn Bed and Breakfast
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