Franconia Notch State Park: Bald Mountain & Artist’s Bluff

Trail Overview

Fine views of Franconia Notch from ledges and a summit on a loop trail.
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Trail Activity
Hiking Snowshoeing
Length
1.20 miles, Network
Difficulty
Moderate
Town
Franconia (NH)
Surface
Packed Earth/Dirt, Rock/Ledge
Pets
Permitted on leash
Fees
No
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Description

Bald Mountain and Artist's Bluff, which both provide magnificent views of Franconia Notch, can be reached by hiking a loop starting with the Bald Mountain - Artist's Bluff Path and then connecting to the Short Circuit Trail to return to the parking area. The path climbs and descends relatively moderately with short steep sections. The spur to the summit of Bald Mountain includes some ledge scrambling. 

Other Information

Before you hike, know the hiker responsibility code and be prepared:

  • With knowledge and gear
  • To leave your plans
  • To stay together
  • To turn back
  • For emergencies
  • To share the hiker code with others.

 Visit the hike Safe website to learn more!

Trail Manager

Bald Mountain and Artist's Bluff are part of Franconia Notch State Park. To learn more, visit the park website or contact:

New Hampshire State Parks

New Hampshire State Parks
New Hampshire State Parks
172 Pembroke Road
Concord, NH 03301
Phone: (603) 271-3556
nhparks@dncr.nh.gov
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Trail Tips

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Visit busy trailheads mid-week to avoid crowds.
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Trailhead Information

The parking area is a large lot across Profile Road from the base of Cannon Mountain. This parking lot is sometimes closed when the ski area is not open, at which times cars must be parked in a signed designated area just off the highway.

Click on a parking icon to get custom directions
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