How long is Lonesome Lake?

3.2 miles, loop, with about 1,000 feet of elevation gain — roughly 1 hr 34 min at a steady pace.

How hard is Lonesome Lake?

It's rated Moderate. an easy Franconia Notch lake with an AMC hut

Where is Lonesome Lake?

Lonesome Lake is in New Hampshire. an easy Franconia Notch lake with an AMC hut

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Moderate

Lonesome Lake

New Hampshire

Distance3.2 mi

Est. time~1 hr 34 min

Elevation gain↗ 1,000 ft

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Lonesome Lake is a moderate 3.2-mile loop hike in New Hampshire with about 1,000 ft of elevation gain. an easy Franconia Notch lake with an AMC hut.

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