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Lonesome Lake Trail
Popular lake-and-mountain hike near Franconia Notch.
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Lonesome Lake Hut Loop Trail
Popular notch-area loop combining lake scenery and moderate climbing.
Cannon Mountain Rim Trail
Rugged summit-area trail with cliffs and notch overlooks.
Basin Cascades Trail
Easy loop to polished granite cascades in Franconia Notch.
About This Trail
A popular 3.2-mile round-trip hike to a scenic alpine lake nestled below the Kinsman Ridge in Franconia Notch. The AMC Lonesome Lake Hut sits at the shore, and the lake’s calm waters reflect the Franconia Ridge on still days, making it a favorite for families and first-time White Mountain hikers.
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Nearby Trails
Lonesome Lake Hut Loop Trail
Popular notch-area loop combining lake scenery and moderate climbing.
Cannon Mountain Rim Trail
Rugged summit-area trail with cliffs and notch overlooks.
Basin Cascades Trail
Easy loop to polished granite cascades in Franconia Notch.
Kinsman Falls Trail
Short scenic route to cascades in the Kinsman Notch corridor.
Old Bridle Path Trail NH
Historic route with repeated viewpoints over Franconia Notch.
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