Near Franconia Ridge Trail
Franconia Ridge Trail.
Near Franconia Ridge Trail
Braving chilly winds for the view between Lincoln and Lafayette.
Near Franconia Ridge Trail
Franconia Ridge
Near Franconia Ridge Trail
Descending off of Mt. Lafayette.
Near Franconia Ridge Trail
The summit of Lincoln offers a beautiful view looking south.

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Franconia Ridge Trail

4.9 (8 Ratings)
An awesome 4.9 miles of ridge from Mt. Lafayette to Mt Flume.
4.5
mi
Distance
1,240
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
4.5mi
Distance
1,240ft
Elevation Gain
2,249ft
Elevation Loss
40%
Max Grade
5,241ft
High Point
3,869ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
If you are looking to feel small, this is the trail for you! As part of the Franconia Ridge Loop, this trail is simply pure joy and everybody should do it at least once. This is 4.9 miles of ridgetop delight from Mt. Lafayette to Mt Flume. It's an easy hike, but the trails used to access it are quite steep. You are at the mercy of the nature out there. If there is any chance of a storm, get to lower elevation as this is not a good place to be during lightning.

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Contributors
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