Places to Explore In The White Mountains

Discover the best places to explore in The White Mountains with curated recommendations from our travel experts.

Bartlett

With Bear Mountain to its south, Mt. Parker to its north, Mt. Cardigan to its west, and the Saco River to its east, Bartlett—incorporated in...

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  • 2 Hotels
  • 1 Things To Do

Bretton Woods

In the early 1900s private railcars brought the elite from New York and Philadelphia to the Mount Washington Hotel, the jewel of the White Mountains...

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  • 2 Hotels
  • 2 Things To Do

Dixville Notch

Just 12 miles from the Canadian border, this tiny community is known for the fact that it and another New Hampshire community, Hart's Location, are...

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Franconia

Travelers have long passed through spectacular Franconia Notch, and in the late 18th century this town evolved just to the north. It and the region's...

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  • 3 Hotels
  • 3 Things To Do

Jackson

Just off Route 16 via a red covered bridge, photogenic Jackson retains its storybook New England character. Art and antiques shopping, tennis, golf, fishing, and...

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  • 4 Hotels
  • 1 Things To Do

Kancamagus Highway

In 1937, two old town roads were connected to create this remarkable 35-mile stretch of roadway, winding through some of the state's most unspoiled mountain...

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Lincoln and North Woodstock

These neighboring towns at the White Mountains' southwestern corner are the western gateway to the famed Kancamagus Highway. They form a lively resort base camp...

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  • 3 Hotels
  • 7 Things To Do

Littleton

One of northern New Hampshire's largest towns (this isn't saying much, mind you) sits on a granite shelf along the Ammonoosuc River, whose swift current...

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  • 2 Hotels
  • 4 Things To Do

Mt. Washington and Gorham

At 6,288 feet, Mt. Washington is the tallest peak in the northeastern United States. The world's highest winds, 231 mph, were recorded here in 1934...

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  • 1 Hotels
  • 1 Things To Do

North Conway

Before the arrival of the popular Settlers Green outlet stores, this town drew visitors for its inspiring scenery, ski resorts, and access to White Mountain...

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  • 7 Hotels
  • 5 Things To Do

Waterville Valley

Although visitors have been exploring this dramatic southern White Mountains valley since 1835, and the first ski trails were installed on 3,997-foot Mt. Tecumseh in...

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