Best Trails in Lincoln
Looking for the best hiking trails in Lincoln? Whether you're getting ready to hike, bike, trail run, or explore other outdoor activities, AllTrails has 76 scenic trails in the Lincoln area. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you.
Explore one of 7 easy hiking trails in Lincoln or discover kid-friendly routes for your next family trip. Check out some trails with historic sights or adventure through the nature areas surrounding Lincoln that are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts at any skill level.
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- Mount Lafayette and Franconia Ridge Trail LoopHard•4.8(12587)#1 - Mount Lafayette and Franconia Ridge Trail LoopLength: 8.6 miThis extremely popular hike in the White Mountains of New Hampshire is one of the best day hikes in the area for a variety of reasons. Beginning near the Lafayette Campground in Franconia Notch State Park, this great hike offers some of the best views in New England! As a bonus, you will ascend three peaks including the highest mountain outside the Presidential Range - Mount Lafayette. You’ll start along the Falling Waters Trail and walk by Stairs Falls and then the larger Cloudland Falls....
- The Flume Gorge TrailAdvanced Tickets and reservations via the website are required for this trail. There are no parking fees, but there is an admission fee to the trail in the high season (generally mid-May to mid-October). The gorge is open from late May to late October. Opening times may vary, so please check the park page for details: https://www.nhstateparks.org/visit/state-parks/flume-gorge The Flume Gorge trail is New Hampshire beauty, up close and personal. Waterfalls, mosses, wild flowers, and trees...
- Mount Pemigewasset TrailThis is a great trail if you're looking for a relatively short hike with beautiful views of the White Mountains. Although steep, the payoff at the end makes the trip worth it. This trail can get busy during peak seasons so be sure to get an early start. Begin from the Flume Gorge parking area (Exit 34A off I-93) and starts out along a bike path. Shortly, you will branching be off of the Franconia Notch State Park Recreational Trail and see a Mount Pemi Trail sign - begin following the blue...
- Flume Slide Trail to Liberty Spring Trail LoopHard•4.7(2340)#4 - Flume Slide Trail to Liberty Spring Trail LoopLength: 8.8 miThe Flume Slide Trail involves hiking up some very steep, rocky sections of trail before reaching the Franconia Ridge Trail. The ridge crosses over the summit of Mount Flume and Mount Liberty before you start the descent. On the way down you will pass the Liberty Spring tent sites. There views on a clear day are breathtaking! Be sure to check the weather before heading out, as it can change quickly in this area.
- North Kinsman and South Kinsman Trail via Fishin Jimmy TrailHard•4.7(1762)#5 - North Kinsman and South Kinsman Trail via Fishin Jimmy TrailLength: 9.4 mi•Est. 6h 8mPark at Lafayette Place Campground. On weekends, the lot tends to fill up early. Many people suggest you arrive in the lot by 7am to get a parking spot. There is overflow parking nearby, but it will add some mileage. Take the Lonesome Lake Trail north and turn left in the Cascade Brook trail until you reach the Lonesome Lake Hut (Operated by the AMC). You may want to rest there, and you can grab a snack, juice, or tea for a few dollars. This trail will bring you past Lonesome Lake in an...
- Little Haystack via Falling Waters TrailHard•4.6(1484)#6 - Little Haystack via Falling Waters TrailLength: 5.6 miFalling Waters Trail follows the rocky, rushing Dry Brook upstream to meet the Franconia Notch Trail. 0.5 miles below the summit is a 0.1 mile spur trail for "Shining Rock". This is an exposed slab of granite 200 ft tall by 800 ft wide.
- Basin Cascade TrailThis family-friendly, partially-paved trail goes by multiple cascading waterfalls and deep pools that are popular for wading and swimming. The Basin pothole is the deepest pothole in the White Mountains. Accessibility: The most accessible portion of the trail is at the beginning. From the parking lot, visitors can follow along the paved Franconia Notch Bike Path until they reach the top of the Basin. Visitors using wheelchairs, mobility equipment, or strollers may need all-terrain tires or...
- Franconia Falls TrailFranconia Falls is accessed by following the Lincoln Woods Trail through the woods and along the Pemigewasset River to the confluence with Franconia Brook. At this point, you will head up the Franconia Falls Trail to the waterfall. The Lincoln Woods Trail is wide and easy to follow, the steepest section of trail is heading towards the waterfall.
- Mount Liberty via Liberty Spring TrailHard•4.7(1364)#9 - Mount Liberty via Liberty Spring TrailLength: 7.1 miThis loop has plenty of elevation gain. It can be particularly hard if your knees give you some trouble, but it’s not technical and does make for a good, challenging day hike. The views are worth the effort! Google Maps can have difficulty locating the trailhead, double-check Google's endpoint before departing.
- Owl’s Head Path via Lincoln Brook TrailHard•4.3(1707)#10 - Owl’s Head Path via Lincoln Brook TrailLength: 17.5 mi•Est. 8h 10mBegin from the Lincoln Woods Trailhead and follow the trail along the Pemigewasset River. The Franconia Brook Trail will head uphill and lead to the Lincoln Brook Trail which you will follow to the Owl's Head Path. This trail will take you to the summit which is marked with a stone cairn. The best views are along the Owl's Head Path before reaching the top. Hikers will need to cross Franconia Brook at two points.
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Helpful reviews of trails in Lincoln
Hiked this loop on Thursday. We started early so all the snow we saw on the trail was packed. No post-holing. We brought snowshoes but thankfully didn't need them. Used spikes going down Flume slide trail! Beautiful day, only saw 2 other people. Lots of water crossings for the dogs to drink. Lots of downed trees from our windy winter.
Trail is dry up until about lonesome lake then you have on and off ice and snow still around. It’s still in decent shape and I was able to bareboot the whole route but if you want to be safer I’d recommend spikes for now. Just be aware with the softer snow up top that postholeing is probably going to happen.
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Frequently asked trail questions about Lincoln
What are the different types of hiking trails in Lincoln?
There are plenty of things to do on Lincoln's hiking trails. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 74 hiking trails, 33 backpacking trails, 25 snowshoeing trails, and more.
What is the longest trail in Lincoln?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Lincoln is Franconia Notch to Dolly Copp Campground via Appalachian Trail. This trail is estimated to be 46.3 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Lincoln?
Lincoln: With an ascent of 16,256 ft, Franconia Notch to Dolly Copp Campground via Appalachian Trail has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Pemigewasset Traverse with 14,376 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail in Lincoln?
The most popular and difficult trail in Lincoln is Mount Lafayette and Franconia Ridge Trail Loop with a 4.8-star rating from 12,587 reviews.
Are there camping trails available in Lincoln?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 33 camping trails in Lincoln and the most popular is Flume Slide Trail to Liberty Spring Trail Loop with an average 4.7 star rating from 2,340 community reviews.
Are there running trails available in Lincoln?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 13 running trails in Lincoln and the most popular is Franconia Falls Trail with an average 4.6 star rating from 1,510 community reviews.
Are there biking trails available in Lincoln?
According to AllTrails.com, there is 1 biking trail in Lincoln which is Kancamagus Highway Scenic Drive with an average 4.5 star rating from 177 community reviews.