11. Echo Lake State Park
When you leave North Conway, follow the River Road west to the 400-acre recreation area known as Echo Lake State Park. This sparkling turquoise lake is fed by surging streams and springs. The crimson and bright orange foliage reflects in the lake, and it is beautiful.
A colorful drive leads to the 700-foot-high rock formation known as Cathedral Ledge within the Cathedral Ledge State Park. There are plenty of easy walking trails and waterfalls to view within the park.

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