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Summer Activities

In the Lincoln and Woodstock area, Mother Nature has created a fair weather playground which offers a wide variety of activities for the whole family. Choose from fun activities such as: Hiking, Biking, Canoeing, Fishing, Mountain Climbing and Horseback Riding.

Don’t forget the unique selection of tax-free shopping at local stores and name brand outlets. A fine selection of restaurants will delight your taste buds and the spectacular natural beauty of the area is evident everywhere …particularly in the Fall when the colors will take your breath away!

A variety of links are provided for your convenience and enjoyment of the area.

Please call: 1-800-745-5666 to book your trip today or reserve online – it’s easy!

Alpine Adventures

Address: 41 Main Street, Lincoln, NH 03251
Telephone: 603-745-9911

Let us take you out of your comfort zone, where you can fly from tree to tree like birds, go off-roading in a Swiss army vehicle, and challenge yourself on the obstacles and high flying elements of our new Thrillsville Aerial Adventure Park.

Cannon Mountain Aerial Tramway

Address: Route 93, Franconia Notch State Park, Franconia, NH 03580
Phone: 603-745-8391

A scenic passenger aerial tramway accommodating up to 80 people and ascending 2022 feet vertically. Walking trail and observation tower available at summit.

Clarks Trading Post

Address: 110 US Rte 3, Lincoln, NH
Phone: (603) 745-8913

Spend a day at the home of Clarks trained bears and the White Mt. Central Railroad. Enjoy the bear show, circus show, blaster boats, climbing tower, Merlin’s Mystical Mansion, guided tours, museums, gift shop, and much more.

The Colonial Theater

Address: 2050 Main Street, Bethlehem, NH
Phone: (603) 869-3422

Fired on the Mountain

Address: 437 US Route 3, Lincoln NH
Phone: (603) 745-8205

A Paint-It-Yourself Pottery studio and shop. Painting your own pottery is a fun and easy indoor activity for all ages. In addition to do-it-yourself creations, we have finished items for sale. Also enjoy Paint & Sip nights

DirtVentures

Address: 514 US Route 3, Lincoln, NH 03251
Phone: 603-238-2571

DirtVentures offers you an exciting adventure on wheels. Some fresh air and a stimulating ATV ride is sometimes exactly what you need! Offering beginner and intermediate ATV tours.

Flume Gorge

Address: Route 3, Lincoln, NH 03251
Phone: 603-745-8391

The Flume is a natural gorge extending 800 feet at the base of Mount Liberty in Franconia Notch State Park, Lincoln, NH. Walk through just the Gorge or do a two mile loop. The walk includes uphill walking and a lot of stairs.

Franconia Notch Park

Address: Route 93, Franconia/Lincoln, NH 03580
Phone: 603-745-8391

Franconia Notch is a spectacular mountain pass traversed by a unique parkway which extends from the Flume Gorge at the south to Echo Lake at the north.

Hobo Hills Adventure Golf & Pirate’s Cove

Address: Corner of Main Street and Railroad Street, Lincoln NH
Phone: (603) 745-2125

Adventure Redefined! New England’s largest adventure golf is just minutes away! 3 acres of fun, mountain views, uniquely designed playing greens, challenging putts through caves and waterfalls. 1500 yards carpet, beautifully landscaped.

Hobo Railroad

Address: 64 Railroad St., Lincoln, NH
Phone: (603) 745-2135

Named the best train ride for kids by the NH magazine. Enjoy a scenic ride along the Pemigewasset, a hobo lunch, and special events throughout the season.

Lincoln Cinema – BarnZs

Address: 24 Lumber Yard Road, Lincoln NH 03251
Phone: (603) 745-6238

4-Plex Movie Theater with three showings daily, arcade games, concession snacks and weekend matinees year-round.

Living Shores Aquarium

Address: 850 NH Route 16, Glen, NH
Phone: 603-383-4186

Discover the wonders of the ocean. Open year round.

Loon Mountain – Summer

Address: 60 Loon Mountain Road, Lincoln, NH 03251
Phone: 603-745-8111

Known for its winter sports, Loon provides so many more options in the summer! Ride the gondola, ZipLine or Segway, explore Glacial Caves, the Franconia Notch Tour or Self-guided Nature trail, or enjoy the climbing wall or bungee trampoline. And did we mention all the summer events?

Lost River Gorge

Address: 1712 Lost River Road, Route 112W, North Woodstock, NH
Phone: (603) 745-8031

Take a three-quarter mile adventure through gorges and boulder caves. Stay on the boardwalks or be adventurous and brave the “Lemon Squeezer”. Don’t forget to pan for gems and fossils at the Lost River Mining Company and to visit the gift shop.

Mt. Washington Cog Railway

Address: Route 302, Bretton Woods, NH
Phone: (800) 922-8825

Take a ride on the world’s first mountain Cog Railway to the top of the highest peak in New England! At the top, explore the summit museum or the Mount Washington observatory.

New England Ski Museum

Address: Base of Cannon Mountain, Franconia Notch, NH
Phone: (800) 639-4181

Fascinating collection of historic ski memorabilia, museum gift shop located at the base of Cannon Mountain. Free admission. Open June-March, 7 days a week, 10-5.

Outback Kayak

Address: 10 Lumberyard Road, Lincoln, NH 03251
Phone: 603-745-2224

At Out Back Kayak, your mild to wild adventure awaits, including kayaking, ATV Tours, and even Paintball on request.

Arts Outdoor Outfitters

Address: Main Street, Lincoln, NH 03251
Phone: 603-745-4806

Self guided kayak, canoe and bike tours.

Pemi Valley Moose Tours

Address: 36 Main Street, Lincoln, NH 03251
Phone: 603-745-2744

This is an adventure for the whole family to enjoy! Join in the fun as we take a 2 1/2 to 3 hour journey through the majestic White Mountains in our air conditioned bus in search of the gentle giant of the North Country.

Polar Caves Park

Address: 705 Rumney Route 25, Rumney, NH
Phone: (603) 536-1888

Take a self-guided tour through an amazing series of caves and passageways left by a glacier.

Rocky Ridge Ranch

Address: 91 Vintinner Road, Campton, NH 03223
Phone: 603-726-8067

Horseback Riding in the Beautiful White Mountains of New Hampshire

Rodger’s Ski and Sport

Address: One Main Street, Lincoln NH
Phone: (603) 745-8347

Rodgers Offers daily bike rentals… Take a self guided tour through Franconia Notch. We provide optional transportation to Echo Lake, where you can begin a beautiful ride through the White Mountains on a paved bike path.

Santa’s Village

Address: Route 2, Jefferson, NH
Phone: (603) 586-4445

Welcome to Santa’s home in the White Mountains. Ride the attractions, enjoy various shows and food venues, and don’t forget to visit Santa and his reindeer!

Ski Fanatics – Summer

Address: 23 Vintinner Road, Campton, NH 03223
Phone: 603-726-4327

Paddle the Pemi! Rent a boat or bring your own, and reserve the Canoe, Kayak or Tube shuttle service if you need it.

Story Land

Address: 850 NH Route 16, Glen, NH
Phone: 603-383-4186

Children’s theme park where fantasy lives! Enjoy rides, shows and attractions.

Team O’Neil Rally School

Address: 178 Miller Road, Dalton, NH
Phone: 603-444-4488

Have you ever wanted to know what it feels like to deliberately slide your car sideways through a 90 degree corner? Or maybe you’ve inadvertently slid your car sideways, and wondered how the heck you were going to survive. Well, whether you’re interested in a driving adventure or just want to learn better car control, Team O’Neil Rally School and Car Control Center has what you need.

The Rocks Estate

Address: Route 302, Bethlehem, NH
Phone: (603) 444-6228

With a variety of activities every season, the Rocks Estate makes for a memorable day in the White Mountains. Harvest your own Christmas tree in the winter, learn about maple sugaring in the spring, and enjoy scenic trails year round.

Whale’s Tale Waterpark

Address: 481 Daniel Webster Highway (US Route 3), Lincoln, NH
Phone: (888) 391-4222

Enjoy 10 different attractions with something for every age and three different food services. Listen to live music at the Oasis Beach Bar or relax next to the pools.

Windy Ridge Orchard

Address: 1775 Benton Rd., North Haverhill, NH
Phone: (603) 787-6377

Spend an afternoon exploring an apple orchard. Pick your own apples, visit the farm animals, walk the nature trails, and enjoy lunch at the Cider House Cafe.

Fairbanks Museum and Planetarium

Address: 1302 Main St., St. Johnsbury, VT
Phone: (802) 748-2372

Enjoy Vermont’s only public planetarium and the various museum exhibits. The museum offers 75,000 natural science specimens, 95,000 historical artifacts and 5,000 ethnological items.

Great Vermont Corn Maze

Address: 1404 Wheelock Rd., Danville, VT 05828
Phone: (802) 748-1399

Come and visit this unique Vermont attraction which includes a corn maze, laser tag, barnyard golf, gopher tunnels, barnyard animals, and starlight maze.