Nestled against the flank of New Hampshire's Cannon Mountain, this year-round hut offers a spectacular view of the Franconia Range across a clear glacial tarn. The westernmost hut on the Appalachian Trail, Lonesome Lake Hut is an hour's hike from the road and the perfect place for families, novice hikers and snowshoers, or anyone seeking mountain views from the water's edge.
Season Dates
- 2008: Self service January 1 - May 31 and October 19 - December 31
- 2008: Full service June 4 - October 18
Basics
- Location: Cannon Mountain
- Elevation: 2,760 feet
- Access:
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- Adjacent huts: Greenleaf Hut. View map >>
- Summer programs geared especially for kids
- Tired hikers can refresh themselves with a swim in the lake before dinner.
Accommodations - Sleeps 48 in two bunkhouses.
- Coed rooms for four to six people.
- Self service includes access to kitchen facilities, mattresses, and pillows.
- Full service includes hearty dinner at 6 p.m. and breakfast at 7 a.m., mattress, three wool blankets, and pillow.
- Resident staff available with trail information and weather reports.
- Small retail store with safety items, snacks, souvenirs.
- Informative displays and daily educational programs.
- Green technology: Solar power, wind power, Clivus composting toilets. Learn more >>
 | See a panoramic view of the area.
Photo: Courtesy of Full Circle Imaging |
 | See an interior panoramic view.
Photo: Courtesy of Full Circle Imaging |
Lonesome Lake Hut is located within Franconia Notch State Park and is operated by the AMC in partnership with the state of New Hampshire.
