You have to love a town capable of building an entire festival around Jello. Sure, Lincoln-Loon also host the Highland Games and the popular Bluegrass & Barbecue festivals, but that Jello celebration is cool. So is this colorful New England town and adjacent ski mountain, known for its skiing but an equally attractive draw in summer.
..Read MoreClimb aboard Loon's gondola sky ride to the summit for a bird's eye view of the surrounding mountains, and access to Loon's summit adventures. Loon's summit opens another world of activities. Take the Loon Mountain Gondola Skyride (http://www.loonmtn.com/info/summer/gondola.asp) to the summit for a 360-view of the impressive White Mountains.
..Read MoreThere are many ways to see Loon. One of the best ways is by mountain bike.
..Read MoreThere are many ways to see Loon. One of the best ways is on your own two feet.
..Read MoreThis part of the country begs to be explored. If you get out there, you'll be surprised at what you might find.
Check out the Pemi River Historical Society. Open limited hours, it offers a history of the logging industry in Lincoln and some artifacts from the Grand Resort days. (http://www.lincoln.lib.nh.us/history.htm)
..Read MoreScottish Games. Celebrating Jell-o. People who live in Loon like to have a good time. Sometimes, the slightest excuse for a party will do.
Loon Mountain Resort hosts several summer festivals. The White Mountain Wine & Jazz Festival in August offers fine wine sampling from around the world and jazz entertainment.
..Read MoreExperience the beauty of the White Mountain National Forest on horseback all year long. With rides for beginners, intermediates, advanced riders, as well as pony rides for youngsters, a horseback ride in the beautiful outdoors surrounding Loon Mountain is a memorable adventure for everyone.
..Read MoreThere are a number of waterfalls in the Lincoln, N.H., area, including The Basin, a large pothole pool, also called "The Old Man's Foot Basin." Waterfall enthusiasts should take the opportunity to follow the Basin-Cascades Trail for more lovely views, cascades and waterfalls. Also check out The Flume Gorge. The walk through this natural chasm takes you past waterfalls and scenic pools.
..Read More(800-227-4454 or 603-745-8121; http://www.jackolanternresort.com) Route 3, Woodstock, NH. This is an 18-hole, par-70, 6,000-yard course with gently rolling terrain, lots of doglegs, and a railroad running through the middle. The course is surrounded by the White Mountain National Forest and bordered by the Pemigewasset River. Pro shop.
..Read More(888-695-6378 or 603-726-3076; http://owlsnestgolf.com/html/clubhouse.html), 40 Clubhouse Lane, Campton, NH. An 18-hole, par 72, 6,818-yard championship course featuring a Geoffrey Cornish layout. Five sets of tees on each hole, bent-grass fairways, and manicured greens. Golf shop, driving range, full-service restaurant and tavern. PGA instruction.
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