Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Kancamagus Highway

About this activity

Download the GuideAlong self-guided audio tour and you'll discover more on your Kancamagus Highway road trip. Hear fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, local tips and directions play automatically, all based on your location.

You'll be guided to all of the area's famous highlights as well as lessor known gems including one of New Hampshire's most photographed bridges, a stunning overlook with scenic views for miles, a beautiful riverside picnic spot and a powerful, narrow gorge with a rushing waterfall.

Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace, spending more time at places that interest you, and bypass any that don’t.

✅ Stories, tips and directions play automatically based on your location

✅ Travel at your own pace

✅ Tour offline using GPS, no cell service or WiFi needed

✅ Suggested itineraries for half, full or multi day use

✅ Buy once, use forever! No expiry, includes free updates

✅ Like having a tour guide along for the drive

Purchase one tour per vehicle.

Itinerary

1. Kancamagus Highway · 480 min

   As the audio guides play commentary based on your gps location, you can create your own itinerary along the tour route to match your interests and schedule.

2. Albany Covered Bridge · 30 min

   New England is famous for its covered wooden bridges, and the Albany Covered Bridge is one of the most photographed in New Hampshire. Originally built in 1858, this 120-foot-long covered bridge spans the Swift River and is still open to vehicles as long as they don’t exceed a height of 7’9”. Together with the Russell-Colbath House, these structures are the only preserved remains from the era when farming was first established in the region.

3. Stop 3 · 60 min

   Lincoln Woods provides access to several trails that head deep into the Pemigewasset Wilderness, 45,000 acres of strictly protected woodland and one of 6 wilderness zones within the White Mountains Forest.

4. Lower Falls · 60 min

   At Lower Falls, the Swift River cascades over smooth granite rocks into welcoming pools. It’s an ideal place to sunbathe and swim on warm summer days.

5. Rocky Gorge Scenic Area · 60 min

   Carved by ancient glaciers, Rocky Gorge is a narrow gorge with powerful water rushing through it. The gorge is just a quick jaunt from the parking area, and a foot bridge takes you across the Swift River where you can stand directly above the gorge for excellent viewing and photo opportunities.

6. Sabbaday Falls · 60 min

   Sabbaday Falls is the most popular hike along the Kancamagus Highway. This multi-tiered waterfall spills through a narrow gorge into emerald-colored pools. It’s a very picturesque spot, and well worth the 15-minute hike to the falls.

Meeting point

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

End point: Commentary plays automatically based on your location, so you have flexibility on where and when you want to start and end your tour anywhere along the tour route.

Good to know

• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• How to Access: After booking you’ll receive an email and text with instructions (search “Download Audio Tour”). Click the link in the email/text to sign in with your preferred Apple or Google account and redeem your voucher code ahead of time.
• Download The GuideAlong App: Download the free app over WiFi or cellular data and sign in with the same Apple or Google account.
• Download The Tour: Download the tour in the GuideAlong app under 'My Tours' over WiFi or cellular data.
• Start The Tour: Open the tour in the GuideAlong app to preview the start locations, tour route and trip planner, or start the tour.
• Location-Based Stories: Audio commentary plays automatically as you drive using your phone’s GPS chip. Wherever you are and whichever direction you’re going, you’ll hear the best stories and tips.
• Flexible Travel Date: Tours are a one-time purchase with no expiry or date/time limit. If your plans change to a different day, there’s no need to change your travel date.
• Tour at Your Leisure: With GuideAlong, you control the pace. Start, stop, and resume the tour any day, anytime, adapting it to your schedule.
• Driving Tours: Group Savings: One purchase covers everyone in the vehicle, making it a cost-effective way to explore.
• Works Offline: No internet or cell service is required once the audio tour is downloaded to your phone, so you can relax and tour offline.
• Bring A Charger: Pack a USB/C car charger for charging and easy sound connectivity, and make sure your device is fully charged.
• Technical Support: The GuideAlong support team is available daily by toll-free phone, online chat, and email.
• Most developed day-use parking areas along the Kancamagus Scenic Byway require a day-use pass. If you arrive without one, you can purchase it at self-serve kiosks located at fee parking lots and trailheads; a single pass covers all fee sites for that day. If you hold the America the Beautiful interagency pass, you’re already covered and don’t need a separate day-use pass. A White Mountain National Forest annual pass is also available for those who prefer a yearly option.
• The app’s audio will play through your car’s Apple CarPlay and Android Auto display, while the app’s map will display on your phone. You can connect your phone to the car via Bluetooth to listen to the commentary through the car stereo.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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