Drive and discover the gorgeously picturesque Kancamagus Scenic Highway! Start off your local self-guided tour from the little New Hampshire town of Lincoln. From here, you can step back in time and get to know the town's rich culture and history as you start your journey into the beautiful landscape of the White Mountains. Hear the traditional Pennacook legend of a great celestial bear and the hunt which changes the seasons. Stop by Otter Lake and get some helpful tips about moose spotting and birdwatching in this vibrant wilderness. As you head toward the jaw-dropping views from Hancock Overlook, you'll learn how these staggering mountains formed in the first place. You'll also get to know about Chief Osceola, a cultural hero around these parts and the namesake for Osceola Mountain.

Take a good look at the famous Mount Washington shortly after that, and learn the significance of this mountain to the Pennacook tribe. Continuing on, more overlooks will offer unbeatable views of the mountains and, if it’s the right time of year, the blazingly beautiful fall foliage. Explore the glittering Sabbaday Falls as hear about the astonishing accomplishment that was the Pennacook Confederacy, and the chief who made it all happen. You’ll also pass by the Russell-Colbath House, a perfectly preserved bit of history and the site of a spooky disappearance.

Finally, you’ll get the juicy details on an unlikely war between the Rockefellers and a bunch of beavers, the decline of the Pennacook, and the Saco River Curse, before ending end up at the Saco Ranger Station in Conway with a carload of new memories, and plenty of history to boot!

Explore the natural beauty of the White Mountains and the Kancamagus Highway
Uncover the fascinating history of the Pennacook tribe and hear their legends
Enjoy stunning vistas of autumn leaves, lush forests, and awe-inspiring mountain peaks

Important to know

Know in advance:

This is a self-guided tour, no guide will accompany you. The Action Tour Guide app functions as a guide, an audio tour, and a map all in one
After booking the tour, search your email for the phrase "Set up your self-guided tour now." Follow these instructions to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Do not wait until you are onsite
Please arrange for a vehicle before you take the tour. You only need to book one tour per vehicle, not per person
This tour provides a live GPS map on your smartphone, audio narration, written text explanations, and suggested stops
This tour expires a year after purchase. You can use it multiple times over multiple trips