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Cannon Mountain

mountain, New Hampshire, United States
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Cannon Mountain is a mountain located in Franconia Notch, New Hampshire, within the White Mountains. It stands at 4,186 feet (1,276 meters) and is known for its skiing facilities and an aerial tramway that ascends to its summit.1

Historically, Cannon Mountain was home to the "Old Man of the Mountain," a famous rock formation resembling a face, which tragically collapsed in 2003. Franconia Notch itself is a scenic pass carved by glaciers, featuring natural attractions like the Flume gorge and Echo Lake. The White Mountains, where Cannon Mountain is situated, contain the highest elevations in the northeastern United States, with Mount Washington being the tallest peak.12

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