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Kick off your Subaru adventure by heading northeast. You're knocking out the bulk of the transit today to reach the Finger Lakes, where the scenery finally starts to get dramatic.

5days
8stops
DAY01

Columbus → Watkins Glen

Overnight in Watkins Glen
  1. 08:00
    Columbus· start
  3. 15:30
    Watkins Glen
  5. 18:30
    Watkins Glen· overnight
Finger Lakes Eats
  • Nickel's Pit BBQ · Killer brisket and local craft beers in a chill atmosphere.
  • Rooster Fish Brewing · Great spot for a post-drive pint and solid pub food.
Day 1 Budget
Gas & Snacks
$70
Watkins Glen Entry
$10
DAY02

Watkins Glen → North Conway

Overnight in North Conway
  1. 08:00
    Watkins Glen· start
  3. 15:00
    Kancamagus Highway
  5. 17:30
    North Conway· overnight
Mountain Fuel
  • Moat Mountain Smokehouse · The legendary spot for hikers. Huge portions and great beer.
  • Frontside Coffee Crafters · Best caffeine in town to prep for tomorrow's climb.
Day 2 Budget
Gas
$65
Dinner
$40
DAY03

Pinkham Notch → North Conway

Overnight in North Conway
  1. 07:00
    Pinkham Notch· start
  3. 12:00
    Mount Washington Summit
  5. 18:00
    North Conway· overnight
Victory Meal
  • Muddy Moose Restaurant · Cozy lodge vibes and hearty food to recover from the hike.
  • Black Cap Grille · Slightly upscale but totally worth it for the quality.
Hike Day Costs
Parking/Forest Pass
$5
Summit Cocoa
$10
DAY04

Franconia Notch → Ithaca

Overnight in Ithaca
  1. 09:00
    Franconia Notch· start
  3. 17:30
    Ithaca· overnight
Ithaca Eats
  • Ithaca Beer Co. · Great burgers and the famous Flower Power IPA.
  • Viva Taqueria · Fresh, fast, and cheap tacos in downtown Ithaca.
Day 4 Budget
Flume Gorge Entry
$18
Gas
$60
DAY05

Ithaca → Columbus

  1. 09:00
    Ithaca· start
  3. 16:00
    Columbus
Road Snacks
  • Ithaca Bakery · Massive sandwich selection for the road trip home.
Final Costs
Gas
$60
Heads Up
  • Day 1: 6h driving — plan rest stops
  • Day 2: 6h 30m driving — plan rest stops
  • Day 4: 6h 15m driving — plan rest stops
  • Day 5: 5h 45m driving — plan rest stops
  • Mt Washington weather is unpredictable
  • Book NH lodging early for July
  • Hiking boots are mandatory