About this city
Franklin is a historic, industrially resilient river city positioned flatly at the strategic confluence where the Pemigewasset and Winnipesaukee rivers merge dynamically to form the majestic Merrimack River. Named dynamically in 1828 to honor American founding father Benjamin Franklin, the city boasts the title of the smallest incorporated city in New Hampshire. Driven historically by extensive water-powered textile, paper, and iron-needle milling complexes along its steep river steps, Franklin is currently undergoing a highly progressive transformation into a premier capital for whitewater adventure sports.
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Suggested stay: 1–2 days
Kayak or tube through the custom-engineered continuous rapids at Mill City Park, the northeast's first whitewater park, hike the scenic paths of the Northern Rail Trail, and view Daniel Webster's historic birthplace.
