Recreation | Skiing

New Hampshire Skiing| Wildcat Mountain Rated #1 for Scenery in the East, and Top Ten for Snow, Terrain, Challenge and Value (SKI Magazine, Oct. 2005), Wildcat Mountain combines all the key ingredients to the purrrrfect ski experience! Add to that a friendly staff, good food, weekly specials and entertainment-come and have some FUN! Wildcat remains one of the last independent, family-operated ski areas. We invite you to join us, with your family and friends, and experience Wildcat's timeless ski culture-where you can still ski and ride your next day for only $29. Read more ...

New Hampshire Skiing | Waterville Valley | Waterville Valley, NH Skiing and Riding at a Higher Level By higher level, we mean over 4,000'! Waterville Valley's base elevation begins at 2,000 feet above sea level. And on top of that, our vertical drop is another 2,000 feet. This higher level brings better snow, better conditions and something special we call "The Waterville Effect". Read more ...

New Hampshire Skiing | Tenney Mountain | Plymouth, NH Tenney Mountain is a throwback to the days of truly family-friendly skiing and riding. Expect a down-home friendliness coupled with ticket prices that don''t require you to take out a second mortgage on your home! Read more ...

New Hampshire Skiing | Ragged Mountain | Danbury, NH Imagine great skiing and riding close by. Two big mountain peaks. With spacious lodges and spacious trails. With fast lifts, short lines, long runs, superior snow, wonderful terrain, and a cheerful staff that makes you feel right at home. Read more ...

New Hampshire Skiing | Pats Peak | Henniker, NH Head to The PEAK this winter for some fun with family and friends as we enter our 44th consecutive ski and snowboard season under the same family ownership. Improvements for the 2006/2007 season include snowmaking upgrades; increased night lighting; new 500-ft. carpet lift; completely reconfigured beginner's area; new rental equipment; new outdoor employee uniforms; additional seasonal lockers; improved ordering system for pub service; and major renovation to the main cafeteria. Read more ...

New Hampshire Skiing | Mount Sunapee | Newbury, NH The 2006 SKI Magazine Reader Survey ranked Mount Sunapee with the best overall snow surfaces in the East. Mount Sunapee ranked #2 in the East for snow quality and #2 for grooming. Plus, Mount Sunapee had six other top 10 rankings for service, family programs, on-mountain food, overall satisfaction, weather and access. Read more ...

New Hampshire Skiing | McIntyre | Manchester, NH It's where you begin. Your family's learn-to-ski and snowboard area! So, you live in southeastern New Hampshire or northeastern Massachusetts and the winter is just too, too long and you and the kids go stir-crazy from being inside all the time, come to McIntyre and learn to ski! Read more ...

New Hampshire Skiing | King Pine | East Madison, NH Young families from across New England have called King Pine Ski Area at Purity Spring Resort their winter destination for over 40 years. Why? Because our tickets are affordable. Our innovative instructors make skiing and riding attainable. Our powerful snowmaking system provides conditions that are reliable. But it's the smile on your 6-year old that makes the whole experience memorable--and a heck-of-a-lot less stressful than the mega-resorts. Read more ...

New Hampshire Skiing | Granite Gorge | Keene/Roxbury, NH Located just five miles from downtown Keene, NH directly on Rt. 9, Pinnacle Mountain at Granite Gorge is easy to get to, with no long access road. Its north face, protection from the wind, 525 ft. vertical drop, ability to hold snow and affordable prices all make Granite Gorge Ski Area a desirable and reliable winter sports destination. Granite Gorge offers state-of-the-art snowmaking and grooming services, consistently covering all snowmaking trails. Read more ...

New Hampshire Skiing | Dartmouth Skyway | Lyme Center, NH Dartmouth Skiway is focused on family. The McLane Family Lodge was built in 2000 to provide the wonderful atmosphere sometimes difficult to find at ski areas - "family friendly," fun and affordable. The soaring, timber-framed structure houses new rental skis, boots & bindings for the upcoming season, as well as a ski and snowboard school with highly competent instructors for any level skier or rider. Read more ...

New Hampshire Skiing | Crotched Mountain | Bennington, NH New Hampshire's newest ski area keeps getting better! This season Crotched continues to surprise guests with superb snow quality that always exceeds expectations. How do they do it? By getting serious about snowmaking and grooming! Crotched's state-of-the-art, 100% fan-gun snowmaking system has the highest rated snow production capacity per skiable acre in New England. Read more ...

New Hampshire Skiing | Bretton Woods | Bretton Woods, NH New Hampshire's largest ski area and home to World Champion Bode Miller offers a variety of terrain for skiers and snowboarders of all abilities. Rated #1 in New Hampshire for family programs, overall satisfaction, lifts, service, on-mountain food, lodging and dining and #1 in the East for weather by the readers of Ski Magazine. Read more ...

New Hampshire Skiing | Black Mountain | Jackson, NH A New England tradition since 1935, Black Mountain is one of those places you always remember. It is a place that embodies tranquility and beauty, with inspiring terrain packed with fun and excitement. Nestled in the heart of the White Mountains, Black's peak rises to 3,303 feet with breathtaking views of Mount Washington and the Presidential Range. Read more ...

New Hampshire Skiing | The Balsams | Dixville, Notch, NH You'll be spoiled! But what fun. At The BALSAMS skiers are our guests; and guest service reigns supreme. Ski Magazine calls The BALSAMS "one of the world''s poshest ski hotels." Whether it''s a family vacation or a romantic getaway, the snowsports here are pleasing, hassle-free and included in The BALSAMS American plan rate. Read more ...

Vermont Skiing | Killington Resort Killington Resort, in the heart of the Green Mountains of Vermont is home to outdoor enthusiasts who take their fun seriously. If you're looking for exhilaration, fulfillment and the ultimate release, Killington is your 4-season destination. Read more ...

Vermont Skiing | Bromley Mountain Family Friendliness: Visiting Bromley is like visiting an old friend. There's a definite level of comfort, relaxation and security felt here that, we're told, you just don't feel elsewhere. Plus, Bromley's plenty big, with trails, glades and terrain parks for all ages and abilities of skiers and riders, but not so big that you spend most of your time looking for the rest of the family. Read more ...

Vermont Skiing | Ascutney Mountain Resort Central Vermont's #1 Family Fun Resort, celebrating its 60th season. Ascutney Mountain Resort is a four-season, destination resort conveniently located in south-central Vermont. Read more ...

Vermont Skiing | Burke Mountain Home to the Burke Mountain Ski Academy, the oldest and most prestigious ski academy in the country, Burke Mountain offers an authentic old New England-style atmosphere for those seeking an unpretentious, family-friendly Alpine experience. Read more ...

Vermont Skiing | Mad River Glen Mad River Glen is perhaps America's most unique ski area. Famous for its legendary expert terrain, beautiful and varied novice and intermediate trails, and, of course, the nation's last surviving single chairlift. Read more ...

Vermont Skiing | Bolton Valley Vermont's ultimate family value! Bolton Valley is where Vermont's visitors learn to ski and ride. With Vermont's highest Alpine base elevation, Bolton combines great snow, slopeside accommodations, fine dining, and a top-rate ski & snowboard School to provide a true Vermont Read more ...

Vermont Skiing | Magic Mountain Magic Mountain offers unparalleled terrain including steep and challenging double black diamond trails for experts as well as easier trails for beginner skiers and riders. Locals and other Magic enthusiasts know that after a big snow storm Magic's steep glades are still fresh after Read more ...

Vermont Skiing | Mount Snow Vermont Mount Snow first opened its doors to skiing on December 12, 1954. Now, over fifty years later, Mount Snow continues to delight its guests during all four seasons. Read more ...

Vermont Skiing | Okemo Mountain Resort Okemo Mountain Resort is a carefully planned and designed mountain village arranged around one of New England's most delightful ski and snowboard layouts. In fact, Ski Magazine recently ranked us #1 grooming, #2 in family programs, and #3 in snow! Their readers also said that the [Jackson Gore] base area might well be the best recent improvement to any ski resort in the East. We invite you to come experience the "Okemo Difference"! Read more ...

Vermont Skiing | Pico Mountain Pico Mountain is big skiing with small mountain charm, featuring 50 trails and six lifts. Pico has steeps and glades complemented by great learning and family terrain that everyone can enjoy. The central base area makes it easy to stay connected with family and friends. Affordable slopeside accommodations make a Pico vacation fun and hassle-free. Read more ...

Vermont Skiing | Smugglers' Notch America's Family Resort! Smugglers' Notch Resort is the place to go for fun vacations any time of year when families seek adventure in Vermont's beautiful Green Mountains. Read more ...

Vermont Skiing | Stowe Mountain Resort At Stowe Mountain Resort, every trail is a unique work of art. Stowe features the finest natural skiing and snowboarding terrain east of the Rockies. With 48 trails on two mountains (and more terrain than many resorts that claim twice the number of trails), Stowe offers a winter playground for beginners, intermediates and experts alike. Read more ...

Vermont Skiing | Sugarbush Resort Sugarbush Resort, tucked against the 4,000' mountains that surround Warren, VT, is a remarkable four-season destination located just 50 minutes south of Burlington. Six mountain areas, a Robert Trent Jones, Sr.-designed golf course and endless miles of hiking, skiing and biking trails provide visitors with endless adventure throughout the year. And the Sugarbush Inn and condominiums offer accommodations to relax and recharge after a day outside. Read more ...

Vermont Skiing | Suicide Six Skiing has been a tradition in Woodstock since 1934 when the first ski tow in the United States was rigged up on a slope just outside the village. Suicide Six Ski Area opened in 1937 just over the ridge from that historic site and has been operating ever since. Read more ...

Vermont Skiing | Jay Peak For 50 years, Jay has been the snowiest mountain in the East receiving an average of 355' of snow annually. Jay's abundant natural snowfall and unique terrain combine to create some of the most exciting glade skiing in North America. Read more ...

New Hampshire Skiing | Attitash Explore two mountains, Attitash and Bear Peak and discover exciting terrain, great snow, excellent grooming, and a friendly staff. In 1965, the founders of Attitash wanted to build a ski area for their friends to come and enjoy with them. They did a great job. We want to invite you to come an experience Attitash, as we bet once you do, you'll come back. We have the amenities you expect and the Mount Washington Valley has everything you'll ever need in a resort town. Click here for Attitash Ski Condos & Homes. Read more ...

New Hampshire Skiing | Cannon Mountain | Franconia Notch, NH The only New Hampshire ski area located directly on I-93, Cannon Mountain is remarkably easy to get to. Cannon Mountain, in New Hampshire's spectacular Franconia Notch State Park, offers some of the most exciting skiing/riding in the east. While Cannon Mountain has a justifiable reputation for challenging and exciting expert trails, the newly expanded Brookside Area offers skiing and riding for the entire family, with 9 beginning and intermediate trails, and 2 lifts. The Brookside Learning Center offers all-day and part-day programs, as well as childcare for children ages six weeks and older. Read more ...

New Hampshire Skiing | Cranmore Mountain | North Conway, NH Located minutes from the village of North Conway, Cranmore Mountain offers the best deal in town. This winter, Cranmore is again offering nighttime festivities every Saturday night 2-9 pm. Called Cranapalooza, these fun-filled nights will offer skiing and riding off the summit on 12 lit trails, plus live music, engaging kids entertainment, arts and crafts for the little people, terrain park events under the lights, plus other fun activities! Read more ...

New Hampshire Skiing | Gunstock Mountain Resort | Gilford, NH The spectacular view of Lake Winnipesaukee is just one of the many reasons why skiers and riders make their way to Gunstock Mountain Resort. As the closest major ski area to Boston, we provide the ideal atmosphere; close to everything in the Lakes Region, yet away from the crowds. Take a run on one of 51 trails on 220 acres, rip it up or get some air in one of two Terrain Parks, go tubing on the longest tube park in NH, strap on the kick skis or skate on 50 kilometers of groomed cross country ski trails. Read more ...

New Hampshire Ski Resorts New Hampshire's Eastern White Mountains are home to : Attitash Bear Peak, Black Mountain, Cranmore Mountain Resort, King Pine, Wildcat Mountain, Bear Notch Ski Touring Center, Great Glen Trails, Jackson XC & Mount Washington Valley Ski Touring. Western White Mountains are home to the following resorts: Bretton Woods, Cannon Mountain, Loon Mountain, Sunset Hill Nordic Center, Tenney Mountain, Waterville Valley, Franconia Village XC and Mountain View Grand Resort. Lakes Region is home to Gunstock and Nordic Skier Wolfeboro XC. Merrimack and Monadnock Region is home to the following resorts: Crotched Mountain, Granite Gorge, McIntyre, Pats Peak, Windblown XC and Woodbound XC. Dartmouth/Lake Sunapee is home to the following resorts: Dartmouth Skiway, Mount Sunapee, Ragged Mountain, Eastman Cross Country and Norsk Cross Country. Great North Woods is home to The Balsams Wilderness

New Hampshire Skiing | Loon Mountain | Lincoln, NH At Loon, every part of New Hampshire's best mountain is a brand new destination. Start in a land of breathtaking scenic trails at 2100 vertical feet. Then voyage to the world of adrenaline-pumping action and challenging terrain. End your trip with a sophisticated evening of aprs ski. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned pro, every land offers a unique and exciting adventure. Come and travel the world of Gravity's Playground including The Crossings, The North Peak, The East Basin, The Highlands, and Base Camp. Read more ...