White Mountain National Forest
White Mountain National Forest
From mountainous hardwood forests to majestic alpine peaks. Explore the breathtaking scenery, clear mountain lakes and streams, wildlife, and outdoor recreation opportunities year-round.
Know Before You Go
Features
Franconia Loop Restoration
![Franconia Range - Summit](/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd1175670_tn.jpg)
A collaboration between the White Mountain National Forest, state governments, conservation non-profits, and professional trail builders are working on a multi-year project to restore the historic Franconia Ridge Loop Trails. The restoration project is in the second year of implementation, of what is anticipated to take five years to complete.
Water Safety
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Heavy rain can create potentially dangerous and life threatening situations if attempting a water crossing or simply getting too close to take the perfect picture.
Refresh your water recreating safety knowledge before heading out on your trip.
Spotlights
Be Bear Aware
![A bear reaches for a well hung bear bag. Text reads This is Bear Country.](/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/stelprd3808587_tn.jpg)
Although normally shy and afraid of humans, black bears can enter into more visited areas of the forest more readily as they become accustomed to even the smallest remnant of food.
Employment Opportunities
![Visual Information Specialist White Mountain National Forest](/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd1057272_tn.jpg)
The Forest Service provides outstanding stewardship by restoring, maintaining, and interpreting our public’s cultural and natural resources.
Fall Foliage is Beautiful on the White Mountain National Forest
![Glimpses of autumn leaves in this landscape photo.](/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/stelprd3854648_tn.jpg)
Autumn is a special place in on the White Mountain National Forest. Find out more about how you can enjoy the changing of the seasons on the White Mountain National Forest.
Junior Forest Ranger Program
![Young visitors are made Junior Forest Rangers.](/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/stelprdb5185934_tn.jpg)
Want to become an official White Mountain National Forest Junior Forest Ranger? Here's how!