Called by Thoreau “perhaps the most remarkable curiosity of its kind in New England.”  The Basin is a glacial pothole formed by waters running off of the mountains in the Franconia State Park.  It's a short walk from the Kancamagus Highway, and there are several small falls along the path.

One of the few family shots we were able to get on this trip.

Mt. Cannon is one of my favorite places in all of New Hampshire, and maybe the world! There is an 80 person tram that goes up to the top of this 4,000 foot peak, and the views are some of the most amazing I've ever seen.  Even had time for a quick beer at the highest tap on the East coast!

View from the top.

Sisters on top of the world! 

Breathtaking!

Absolutely awe inspiring.

A Cannon Ale from the Woodstock Inn Brewery, on the top of Mt. Cannon!

This trail was way harder than the guide made it seem.  We made it a mile and a half in and climbed over 1200 ft. before we decided to call it a day.  The first half mile or so was a nice hike, but after that it was straight up to the top over lots of rocks.  We weren't sure if we'd all have the steam to make it back if we pushed on to the top so we are going to have to give this trail another shot next time!

The view after the first mile up.

Taking five.

The Wetlands!

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