Things to do and places to stay while leaf peeping in the Granite State.
Here are some of the top spots for your foliage-focused fall vacation in New Hampshire.
Also not to be missed is the stretch of I-93 that connects the Kinsman and Franconia ranges.
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TheFranconia Innoffers 34 rooms, candlelit dining, a pub, and sunrises over the front porch.
For a unique tour of the surrounding landscape, book a horseback ride from the property’s own stable.
From there, it’s just a 30-minute dive east to picturesque Hanover.
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Make theRiverwalk Resort at Loon Mountainyour base camp.
The latter has its own trail connecting to the Waukewan Highlands.
NearbyMonadnock State Parkis full of trails to get you out amongst the colorful leaves.
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Portsmouth
See the warm colors of the changing leaves on the country’s shortest seacoast.
From its harbor, you’re free to embark on a foliage cruise along the river.
Foliage seekers rush to Route 12 north of town to get views over the valley as the leaves change.
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Hobo & Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad
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Denis Jr. Tangney
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