Thirteen Falls
Franconia, New Hampshire
A waterfall in Franconia, New Hampshire, managed by White Mountain National Forest. A backcountry destination deep in the Pemigewasset Wilderness, by the 13 Falls Tentsite.
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About Thirteen Falls
Overview
- Waterfall heightNot verified No source publishes a height.
- Hike detailsA backcountry destination deep in the Pemigewasset Wilderness, by the 13 Falls Tentsite (Forest Service). The Lincoln Woods Trail, a usual approach, is closed from June 15 through November 2026 for repairs. The Forest Service says to plan another route.
- ParkingNo roadside access. Use a Forest Service trailhead and plan the route; the Forest Service warns to use extreme caution at river crossings.
- PetsNo dog rule is posted on this site's Forest Service page. Check with the White Mountain National Forest before you go.
- SeasonThe tentsite has a seasonal caretaker; $15 per person per night (Forest Service).
Managed by: White Mountain National Forest (Pemigewasset Wilderness)
The Hike
- Route
- A backcountry destination deep in the Pemigewasset Wilderness, by the 13 Falls Tentsite (Forest Service). The Lincoln Woods Trail, a usual approach, is closed from June 15 through November 2026 for repairs. The Forest Service says to plan another route.
- Difficulty
- Remote wilderness travel. No difficulty rating is published.
Facilities
- Parking
- No roadside access. Use a Forest Service trailhead and plan the route; the Forest Service warns to use extreme caution at river crossings.
- Fees
- Not verified
Tips & Safety
- Swimming
- Not verified No managing-agency statement found, so we don't say swimming is allowed.
- Pets
- No dog rule is posted on this site's Forest Service page. Check with the White Mountain National Forest before you go.
- Season
- The tentsite has a seasonal caretaker; $15 per person per night (Forest Service).
Safety
- Wet rock near waterfalls is very slippery, even when it looks dry. Stay back from edges and off the tops of falls.
- High water after rain or snowmelt makes crossings and pools dangerous. Turn back if a crossing looks deep or fast.
- Daylight is not a safety guarantee. Plan your time around the route, the weather and your group, and carry a light.
- Check the managing agency for closures and current conditions.
Not verified
No managing agency publishes: Swimming, Height, Formal difficulty rating, Accessibility, Dog rules. We leave these out instead of guessing.
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Distances are straight-line, not driving or trail distances.