Echo Lake and Cathedral Ledge State Park in North Conway

Echo Lake and Cathedral Ledge State Park are popular tourist destinations in North Conway, New Hampshire. The park encompasses 38 picturesque acres with Echo Lake at the center—a 15.7-acre crystal clear lake situated at the base of Cathedral Ledge. The park offers visitors a myriad of recreational activities, such as hiking, swimming, picnicking, canoeing, and fishing. Steeped in history, it initially opened as a state park in 1961, and the magnificent Cathedral Ledge played a significant role in the development of sport climbing in the United States.

Cathedral Ledge is a 700-foot tall cliff that towers over the landscape, providing breathtaking views of the surrounding White Mountains and Mount Washington Valley. An essential destination for rock climbers, it features popular climbing routes like Thin Air, Children's Crusade, and Recompense. For those who do not wish to scale the rock face by foot, a scenic auto road allows access to the summit, where visitors can take in the spectacular vistas. Additionally, Diana's Baths, a series of enchanting waterfalls, is just a short hike away, making Echo Lake and Cathedral Ledge State Park an ideal location for tourists seeking outdoor adventure and natural beauty.