1884 Pemigewasset Hook and Ladder Fire Station Museum – Lincoln, New Hampshire

Clark’s Trading Post in Lincoln, New Hampshire is a multi use attraction with trained bear acts, a water park, train ride and several museums. One of the museums is housed in an 1884 Hook and Ladder Fire Station. The station holds a great many artifacts dating from the 19th and early 20th centuries including numerous fire fighting equipment, motorcycles and other items.

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The fire fighting equipment is at the forefront of the collection.

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The eclectic collection includes a great many vintage items.

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Personal favorite items were the vintage motorcycles.

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Clark’s Covered Bridge – Lincoln, New Hampshire

On the Grounds of Clark’s Trading Post in Lincoln, New Hampshire is the Clark’s Covered Bridge. The bridge spans the Pemigewassett River and was constructed in 1904. Originally located in Barre, Vermont it was moved to the present site by the Clark family in 1960 and is now part of the tourist attraction in the park.

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In addition to the trained bear acts,

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the water park,

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and the museums,

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there is a short train ride on a steam locomotive which takes you through the covered bridge.

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The train ride is great fun for the kids and it is the best way to see the bridge.

Hobo Railroad – Lincoln, New Hampshire

The Hobo Railroad in Lincoln, New Hampshire offers a fifteen mile 80 minute excursion on refurbished vintage trains. The train station is surrounded by a nice miniature golf course and other family diversions.

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The vintage trains are behind the station and are a great fun to explore.

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Franconia Notch State Park – Franconia, New Hampshire

Franconia Notch State Park in Franconia, New Hampshire is one of the jewels of the White Mountains. The state park is easily accessible just a few hours from Boston straight up US Route 93. There is definitely enough to see to make an overnight or longer stay.
The Flume Gorge was discovered in 1808 by 93 year old Jess Guernsey and extends 800 feet at the base of Mount Liberty. The walls of the gorge range from 70-90 feet and are 12-20 feet apart. A water soaked walkway winds its way up the gorge.

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The Basin is a 30 foot wide 15 foot deep bowl carved into the granite by rushing water. There is a handicapped accessible path to the basin viewing area.

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The Old Man of the Mountain Profiler Plaza is the site of the famous granite outcropping that was the symbol of the state of New Hampshire prior to its collapse in 2003.

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The Cannon Mountain Aerial Tram will take you up to the summit of Cannon Mountain for spectacular views.

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At the foot of the tram entrance is the New England Ski Museum.

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If you want to take a swim or rent a paddleboat there is Echo Lake Beach.

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A bicycle path winds its way through the park.

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Numerous trails of all levels of skill.

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Lafayette Place Campground is in the heart of the park.

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An all season destination offering the best of New Hampshire.

Whale’s Tale Water Park – Lincoln, New Hampshire

The Whale’s Tale Water Park in Lincoln is a fun summertime destination for the whole family but especially for the kids.

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There are a variety of rides both slow paced and adventuresome. For a nice relaxing float nothing beats the Lazy River.

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Alex’s favorite ride was the half pipe,

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but he also liked the slides.

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If you have little ones Shipwreck Island is great fun.

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There is something for kids of all ages.

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