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Franklin Falls
Franklin, New Hampshire
The USACE Franklin Falls Dam recreation area on the Pemigewasset River north of Franklin.
At a glance
Overview
Franklin Falls refers to the Franklin Falls Dam recreation area on the Pemigewasset River just north of Franklin — a US Army Corps of Engineers flood-control project with a public recreation area, trails, and a boat launch. The natural falls that historically gave Franklin its name are largely submerged behind the dam. Treat this as a dam-and-recreation-area stop rather than a natural waterfall.
- Also known as
- Franklin Falls Dam
- County
- Merrimack County
- Region
- Lakes Region
- Water type
- River
- Swim feature type
- Waterfall pool
Know before you go
Public
Conditions
Conditions snapshot
Check posted signs and official updates before entering.
Getting there
From I-93 Exit 20, follow local signage for Franklin Falls Dam. Use the USACE recreation-area parking and follow posted signage for trails and the dam overlook.
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