We’re always looking for new ways to explore the state of New Hampshire. We’ve got so many great walks and hikes, but hopping on a boat or a train always makes things feel new and exciting. In our quest to find new ways to appreciate the Granite State we realized that there are a fair few options that include horses. This stable located in Franconia offers a number of different tours on horseback and we think it makes for a fun day out!

Exploring the Franconia area on horseback is a wonderful way to get up-close-and-personal with nature.
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The stables offer both private and group tours lasting about an hour. They even offer a shorter 5-minute pony ride for kids under 7 years old!
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Each 1-hour tour meanders through the forest and fields of the region and allows for beautiful views of Mt. Lafayette, Cannon Mountain and Kinsman Ridge.
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Along the route you'll cross Hamm Branch River where the horses often stop for a drink or even a cheeky splash of their riders.
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The area around the river is known as Beaver Bend and it offers a scenic woods path with lots of interesting twists and turns following the riverside.
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Spring and summer are a wonderful time to do it, but we especially love fall when the foliage is on display.
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Early morning tours can lead to moose sightings, but you're like to see animals like turkey, deer, turtles and beavers throughout the day.
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Rides are great for beginners, but cater to riders of all levels.
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Each ride begins with instruction so riders are ready and prepared.
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And once you've enjoyed the warmer weather tours, consider coming back in the winter for one of their special winter sleigh rides!
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Franconia Notch Stables offer one-hour horseback tours every day. Departure times are 9:30 a.m., 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. There’s also a private ride at 8 a.m. For more information check out their website or visit them on Facebook. You can reach them on 603-823-5058. Address: 1172 Easton Road, Franconia, NH 03580.

For more ways to get into the fall spirit in New Hampshire, check out these 9 awesome day trips. They’re made for autumn in the Granite State!

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