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Kancamagus Highway

North Conway, NH
Ranked #1 of 19 attractions in North Conway
4.5 of 5 stars 152 Reviews
Type: Scenic Drives, Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
Activities: Biking
Owner description: Highway 112, or the Kanc, runs from Center Conway to North Woodstock, just south of Franconia Notch. Passing through the White Mountain National...... more » Owner description: Highway 112, or the Kanc, runs from Center Conway to North Woodstock, just south of Franconia Notch. Passing through the White Mountain National Forest, it is considered one of the most scenic highways in the U.S. and offers a number of interesting stopping off points. « less
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Massachusetts
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW

First off, this is a great drive for all kinds of visitors. I just picked teens because little kids might be bored, and I thought it's great for a family. The Kangamangus Highway is a great time-killer. You if love scenic country scenes, you'll flip over this place! You will go by beautiful trees and a lake with stones (It's... More

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North Central MA
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23 reviews 23 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

First went up in 1965 and the whole area has changed since then. Great small hikes along the way. Beautiful picnic areas. More

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Potsdam, New York
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108 reviews 108 reviews
Reviews in 44 cities Reviews in 44 cities
51 helpful votes 51 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

Spring, summer, or fall, this area is so beautiful and has such a wonderful menu of options close to the road, and even more a hike away! Mountain views, water scenes, and your occasional moose or bear. Keep your foot on the brake and your eyes on the beauty! More

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Huntsville, Alabama
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

you have got to go see it for yourself but drive slower than usual on these highways; the moose DO cross the roads More

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Montreal
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

This is a nice scenic road with stops along the way allowing you to get great views. At certain times of the day, you can get to see a moose alog the way. More

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Carmel, NY
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
69 helpful votes 69 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

There are nice views from the top of Kancamagus pass, but otherwise the drive is basically trees on both sides of you, though you do go along a river for some it it as well. If this road is on the way to where you need to go, but all means do it, otherwise don't go out of your way.... More

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Danvers, Massachusetts
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012

The views were unbelievable! I love the Kancamagus highway More

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Centerville
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

There is not much that matches the drive of the Kanc. Though it has many more man created Scenic spots, it is still exciting, fun and breathtaking, as you drive the tight turns, catch a glimpse of a moose, stop to take a number of walks down to the water ( who knew there was an "otter rock"). If you... More

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East Greenbush, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012

if you are there on a motorcycle, make sure you ride this road! More

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Boylston, MA
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

The quintessential New England road: it has mountains, flats, tight turns, views, shade, river views, bridges, ponds, wildlife, picnic areas... I mean it doesn't get any better. No matter the season, the "Kanc" is great for a leisurely drive through the White Mountains. It doesn't get much better than the views on Columbus Day weekend! More

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