New Hampshire provides for a variety of activities from beaches to New England's tallest mountains. The southern tier of the state features Mt. Monadnock, a favorite for hikers; historic cities that where the backbone of the Industrial Revolution; and the rollicking Hampton Beach along the seacoast. To the north is the beautiful lakes region and to the west the Connecticut River Valley. Northern New Hampshire is dominated by the majestic White Mountains and valley villages located in the notches.