Tuesday, January 28, 2014

Yasmeen Almuhanna: Crawford Notch and Highland Center

The Crawford Notch area, named after the first settlers the Crawford Family, draws people in 12 months a year. The White Mountains contain waterfalls, huge cliffs, dense forests, and captivating nature. Although the Highland Center is the poshest lodge on the White Mountains, it should not be mistaken as a “camping experience”. The lodge is known for its cleanliness, full buffet breakfast (apparently their french toast is stellar) and comfy rooms. Although this might be ideal for a family retreat, it probably would not suit the hard core hiker who is looking to be immersed in nature and not afraid to rough it up. If you were looking to camp outdoors, you may utilize the two mountain huts along the White Mountain trails rather than booking a night at the Highland center. It is all a matter of preference and comfort levels. One should take into consideration the different types of people who hike this trail and who exactly the bathhouse should target. Is it the family out for a pleasant retreat? Or is it the adventurous hiker that hangs off of icy cliffs in the dead of winter. 
Dining RoomEcho Beach Lake

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