Kinsman Notch & Lost River Road
The western, highly technical sister section to the Kancamagus Highway. Climbs steeply out of the Connecticut River Valley through dense hardwood switchbacks past Wildwood and Beaver Pond, squeezing through Kinsman Notch and Lost River Gorge before descending into North Woodstock.
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The premier motorcycle social hub of the White Mountains, situated at the western entrance to the Kancamagus Highway. A sprawling former 1890s railroad depot converted into an energetic 37-barrel craft brewery, buzzing with touring and dual-sport riders coming off Franconia Notch.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many curves and miles is Kinsman Notch & Lost River Road? ▼
Kinsman Notch & Lost River Road spans 22 miles and packs approximately 95 curves (4.3 curves per mile) with an elevation delta of 450 ft - 1,870 ft (Kinsman Notch) and technical rating 7/10.
Where are the start and end coordinates? ▼
The route starts at Woodsville, NH (Latitude 44.1504, Longitude -72.0351) and finishes at North Woodstock, NH (Latitude 44.0328, Longitude -71.6874).
How can I download the GPX file for GPS navigation? ▼
Click the "Download Free GPX" button on this guide. The standard XML file is 100% free and ready to load into Garmin zūmo, BMW Motorrad Connected, Rever, Scenic, or Google Maps.