Daniel Webster Birthplace
Off Route 127
603-934-5057 or 603-927-4096
One of the United States' most distinguished statesmen and orators was born in this two-room frame house in 1782. The park also allows visitors a glimpse of farm life from the 1700s. more...Grand Lady Antique Doll & Toy Museum
212 Chance Pond Road • Franklin, NH 03235
Exit 22 Off I-93
603-934-4796
Opened in 1996, the museum is by and for doll lovers. Many of the dolls are antiques, but some are classics of today and tomorrow. A nice touch is a special section where children (and grown-ups) can hold and play with the dolls. The museum collects dolls, but also repairs them. map
Gardner Memorial Wayside Park
Route 4A • Franklin, NH 03287
Nearby Wilmot
603-485-2034
Gardner Memorial Wayside Park is located about 15 miles west of Franklin, NH. This park is open year-round, however there is no winter maintenance and is unstaffed during the cooler months. This park is part of the 6,675-acre Gile State Forest. mapTarbin Gardens
321 Salisbury Road (Route 127 South) • Franklin, NH 03235
603-934-3518
A horticultural attraction in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire, Tarbin’s English-style gardens are filled with flowering trees, shrubs and perennials. The Alpine Garden, Formal Garden, bog garden, Catalpa Garden, ponds, a vegetable trials garden, peacocks and koi from Asia, goats from Africa, iguanas from South America, Highland cattle from Europe and more can be discovered at Tarbin Gardens. more...Winslow State Park
475 Kearsarge Mountain Road • Franklin, NH 03287
Off Route 11 in Nearby Wilmot
603-526-6168
Winslow State Park is situated about 15 miles west of Franklin, NH. Visitors will appreciate the expansive views of the surrounding area from the picnic area. There is also a one-mile foot path that leads to the summit of Mount Kearsarge. more... map
Franklin Falls Dam
Off I-93, exit 22, Route 127 south 3 miles
603-934-2116 or 603-924-3431
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers welcomes you to the 3,900 acres of land and water for fun and relaxation. Come enjoy nature and view wildlife. Hike, horseback ride, snowshoe, XC ski, snowmobile, kayak, canoe, fish, and hunt the reservoir lands. Boat launch, picnic sites, horseshoe pits, grills, and restrooms are available. Scenic profile falls on the Smith River. Guided tours and environmental education provided by Park Rangers. more...
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