If you have been to visit Lost River over the last few years, you may have noticed some major improvements to the grounds and buildings. It is an ongoing process for at least the next few years. This season you will notice some improvements to the buildings and grounds. We completed our Picnic Pavilion. The staff is very excited about this new pavilion, which gives our schools and visiting groups a place to gather before starting their tours. When the schools were not using it, guests found it a great place to have lunch or a snack.
Lost
River Weather Tower: What is it?? In 2006 the
New Hampshire Department of Transportation installed a RWIS (Road
Weather Information System) to collect and displays data from
a network of pavement and atmospheric sensors to provide up-to-date
site-specific weather and pavement conditions around the State.
The weather station at Lost River Gorge is located in our upper
parking lot. We feel fortunate to be asked to host one of these
technological weather stations. In 2007 the state put an informational
display at the station so visitors can learn about the fascinating
information being collected. There is also a website for this
station on top of Kinsman Notch. To take a peak, click
here...
New for 2008 !!
•
We are offering a seasons pass – please see our rates and dates
section for more information.
• We have expanded our gem sluicing area. Be sure to try your own gem
or fossil sluicing this year.
• The garden area around the sluice will be undergoing renovation this
year to create a garden designed to entice a greater variety of butterflies
and more hummingbirds.
• For our guests traveling with four legged friends outdoor kennels
are being built. Please call to check on status of completion. 603-745-8031
• Once again we are expanding the selection of rocks and fossils. We
have been told by many people who collect them, that we have some
of the best specimens and prices around.
• We are also expanding our line of Lemon squeeze and Jr. Gorge guide
items. They are fun - and will make you smile.
• Also look for a new display board describing how Lost River was formed,
along with a new geology display.
