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Profile Lake is a 13-acre water body located in Franconia Notch in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, at the foot of Cannon Mountain. The lake was given its name due to its location directly beneath the Old Man of the Mountain, a famous rock formation which collapsed in 2003.
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Old Man of the Mountain Historic Site
Franconia, NH 03580
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Profile Lake

Franconia, NH 03580
4.9(11)
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Profile Lake is a 13-acre water body located in Franconia Notch in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, at the foot of Cannon Mountain. The lake was given its name due to its location directly beneath the Old Man of the Mountain, a famous rock formation which collapsed in 2003.

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Old Man of the Mountain Historic Site

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4.9
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3.0
2y

Profile Lake is a beautiful spot that is designated only for fly fishing (trout). this is also famous for the old man of the mountain, but that collapsed in 2003. the north side of the lake the “tourist side”. That is where the viewing area of the “Old Man of the Mountain” was for years.

The viewing area is still there and is accessible from the parking lots of the Cannon Mountain tramway. Unfortunately, the “Old Man” is gone. His visage literally fell off the side of the mountain that he inhabited...

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5.0
1y

Profile Lake in New Hampshire is a beautiful, tranquil spot located in the heart of the White Mountains. Surrounded by lush forests and stunning mountain vistas, it’s ideal for kayaking, fishing, and hiking. The lake offers a serene escape, perfect for nature lovers looking to relax and enjoy the outdoors. The lake is named after the famous "Old Man of the Mountain," a granite cliff profile that was a symbol of New Hampshire until it...

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5.0
6y

Pretty lake off the beaten bath. You can walk to it from the aerial tramway or there is a parking lot heading south on I-93. Pretty views of cannon cliff and the north end of the notch. The water is shallow so it is a little muddy but there is enough of a beach for it to be pleasant to splash around in. It...

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Sanjay GuptaSanjay Gupta
Profile Lake is a beautiful spot that is designated only for fly fishing (trout). this is also famous for the old man of the mountain, but that collapsed in 2003. the north side of the lake the “tourist side”. That is where the viewing area of the “Old Man of the Mountain” was for years. The viewing area is still there and is accessible from the parking lots of the Cannon Mountain tramway. Unfortunately, the “Old Man” is gone. His visage literally fell off the side of the mountain that he inhabited for millennia.
Rose DavisRose Davis
Profile Lake in New Hampshire is a beautiful, tranquil spot located in the heart of the White Mountains. Surrounded by lush forests and stunning mountain vistas, it’s ideal for kayaking, fishing, and hiking. The lake offers a serene escape, perfect for nature lovers looking to relax and enjoy the outdoors. The lake is named after the famous "Old Man of the Mountain," a granite cliff profile that was a symbol of New Hampshire until it collapsed in 2003.
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Beautiful lake 💙 couldnt help taking this early morning shot of cannon mt. After hiking Lafayette long nights equal great blue hour photos! Find me here on instagram🤳
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Profile Lake is a beautiful spot that is designated only for fly fishing (trout). this is also famous for the old man of the mountain, but that collapsed in 2003. the north side of the lake the “tourist side”. That is where the viewing area of the “Old Man of the Mountain” was for years. The viewing area is still there and is accessible from the parking lots of the Cannon Mountain tramway. Unfortunately, the “Old Man” is gone. His visage literally fell off the side of the mountain that he inhabited for millennia.
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Profile Lake in New Hampshire is a beautiful, tranquil spot located in the heart of the White Mountains. Surrounded by lush forests and stunning mountain vistas, it’s ideal for kayaking, fishing, and hiking. The lake offers a serene escape, perfect for nature lovers looking to relax and enjoy the outdoors. The lake is named after the famous "Old Man of the Mountain," a granite cliff profile that was a symbol of New Hampshire until it collapsed in 2003.
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Beautiful lake 💙 couldnt help taking this early morning shot of cannon mt. After hiking Lafayette long nights equal great blue hour photos! Find me here on instagram🤳
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