Top Things to do in New Hampshire
Top Hotels in New Hampshire
- 1. The Glen House
- 2. Hampton Inn & Suites Portsmouth Downtown
- 3. White Mountain Hotel and Resort
- 4. Comfort Inn & Suites
- 5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Manchester
- 6. Ashworth by the Sea
- 7. Hampton Inn & Suites North Conway
- 8. Hampton Inn & Suites Tilton
- 9. Port Inn And Suites Portsmouth, Ascend Hotel Collection
- 10. Top Notch Inn
8 Cross-country Ski Areas in New Hampshire That You Shouldn't Miss
If you are looking for diversity, you will certainly find it in New Hampshire. From lakes to beaches, waterfalls to woods and mountains to sea coast, the state has huge potential for outdoor vacations, including downhill or cross-country skiing in winter. With no less than seventy-five state parks that offer natural areas, hiking trails, beaches and historic sites, New Hampshire caters for a variety of tastes. Crawford Notch State Park in Harts Location has picturesque waterfalls, wonderful mountain views and opportunities for viewing wildlife. You can go hiking and fishing there as well as pay a visit to the historic Willey House. Monadnock State Park, unlike some other state parks, is open all year round for hiking. Want to go swimming? You will find five state park beaches along the coast of New Hampshire, such as Wallis Sands with its view of the rocky Isles of Shoals. On North Hampton State Beach and Jenness Beach you can have a picnic as well as a swim. When you've finally had your fill of fresh air, head for the Museum of New Hampshire History in Concord with exhibits focusing on heritage and traditions; children should enjoy them just as much as adults.
Restaurants in New Hampshire
1. Great Glen Trails Outdoor Center
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 637 reviews
Located at the base of the Mt. Washington Auto Road in Pinkham Notch, New Hampshire, Great Glen Trails Outdoor Center offers winter activities and events for families, friends and groups of all ages. From cross country skiing, snowshoeing and snow tubing, to winter tours on the Mt. Washington SnowCoach, family-owned Great Glen Trails has become a true White Mountain classic. We groom over 20 kilometers of trails and have an additional 25 kilometers of ungroomed off-track ski and snowshoe trails. We rent high quality equipment including skis, boots, and poles along with snowshoes and fatbikes. Our top-notch Ski School offers the best instruction for beginners to advanced skiers.
2. Common Pathway
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By 603Meme - Peterborough, United States
A clean safe paved path to walk about a mile in Peterborough. Located on Summer Street off of Main Street. Has a parking lot. After parking enter pathway and can go south for a short distance on paved path then empties onto Summer Street short walk to town. If you walk north on paved path empties onto Summer Street for a short distance (.02 mi) then goes back onto paved pathway. Nice walk/run/bike (no motor vehicles) for about 3/4 mi. Path located between street and river. Then ends on Hunt Road. Cars can also park on Hunt Rd and walk south. If you actually park on Hunt Rd ( have to offset park) and walk straight in a northerly direction through Neighborhood there is another paved path (walk/run or bike only) that will lead to Rt. 202 north. Both paths are kept clear during winter months.
3. Jackson Ski Touring Foundation
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 127 reviews
Cross-country ski area on scenic grounds.
4. King Pine
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 103 reviews
King Pine is located in East Madison, New Hampshire and has established a rich tradition of delivering enjoyment for kids and their families. King Pine is part of the Purity Spring Resort, located on a pristine private lake, and has celebrated over one hundred years of hospitality. Since 1939, a King Pine institution has been in Ski and Snowboard Camp for kids. This tradition is the longest running ski camp in the country. The Hoyt family has owned Purity Spring since the late 1800's and offers a variety of year-round family camp destinations, including Camp Tohkomeupog for Boys, Danforth Bay Camping & RV Resort, The Bluffs RV Resort (exclusively for adults), Hoyt Wildlife Sanctuary, Purity Spring Resort, and King Pine Ski Area. King Pine is conveniently located to the south-east of the White Mountains and it's proximity to Boston and the surrounding area, makes it a popular destination for skiers all across New England. King Pine is known for its family-friendly atmosphere, affordability, consistent snow conditions, and lodging options.
Reviewed By annae937 - Cape Cod, United States
Our Boy Scout troop came here (and the Purity Springs Lodge) for a weekend group ski trip, 31 boys, 9 adults. Group members ranged from first-time skiers to experienced. Lift ticket prices were reasonable, with a fair "package" rate to rent equipment and take a lesson (for newbie skiers). The "basic" package included two "bunny" hills, one with a carpet-left and shallow slope, the second with a rope-lift and steeper slope; as well as a third "easy trail" lift up to the top of the mountain where there was a variety of relatively "easy" trails all the way down the mountain. They also had an "intermediate" package with a second chair lift up to the King Pine trail which is an intermediate trail for more advanced skiers. Trails were well-groomed and well-maintained, with a good base-pack of snow and constant refreshing of powder with snowmaking equipment plus a grooming tractor. While there were a good amount of people on the slopes (this was a Saturday), wait-times were minimal and not too many crazy hot-doggers on the slopes. My ski lesson instructor was JP Goodwin, an older woman who was patient and funny with an absolutely terrified novice skier such as myself ... I'd done some skiing 20+ but not since after mangling my knee and spending two weeks on crutches but she helped me overcome my fear and get back on the trail without mishap. My son took lessons from a different coach and was skiing down the mountain in no time, as were the other first-time boys in the troop. Later, the entire troop took advantage of the resort's Snow Tubing tracks for some nighttime fun. The staff was friendly and helpful, and the boys had a lot of fun. We will come back to this resort again next year... See my separate review for the Purity Spring Resort for lodging, which is part of the same set of facilities, but considered different. Oh, it got WICKED cold ... -8 degrees while tubing ... so dress WARM when you come. As long as you keep moving, you'll be plenty warm, but bring extra layers.
5. Windblown Cross Country Skiing and Snowshoeing
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By 55JamesW55 - Somers, United States
Went skiing here a few days after a big storm in early December, and the trails were just great! Most of the trails were open and groomed, and conditions were just about perfect. The trails are pretty scenic, with a nice view out east from the mountain, glimpses of Monadnock to the north, various ponds, and nice woods and glades to ski through. The facility is not super-big (it's maybe 5 miles or so if you do a loop along all the outermost trails), but has a lot of interesting trails crisscrossing through the woods. The trail intersections are well-marked, with many maps posted throughout for reference. There are also warming huts, shelters, and toilet facilities at various points along the trail. Finally, the ski shop is nice, and the base lodge, just upstairs is really cozy and nice, a great place to hang out for awhile before heading home. Overall a really fun experience. One tip: make sure to bring some cash along, since credit cards are not accepted (they do have an ATM on premises though).
6. Eastman Cross Country Ski Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By 399ecklerk - Boston, United States
A well-run and family-friendly gem in the lakes region of NH. They rent up-to-date XC skis, regular ice skates, and snow shoes (no Nordic skating). The trails are well groomed for traditional XC and skating styles. They make the most of whatever snow they have over a range of trails from beginner to moderately steep. Delightful way to spend time outdoors and then stop by the local restaurant for a bite to eat. Excellent for all ages.
7. Nansen Ski Club
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
8. Pine Hill Ski Club
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By 983beaus
Pine Hill Ski Club is a midling large cross country ski area contiguous to state forest land. The trails are groomed, marked for difficulty, and well maintained. If you don't own gear, there is a little trailer just past the parking area that has boots and skis available. Fees are on the honor system, at $15.00 per day per person (put the money in the little box in the parking area). Ski rental is extra. The day we were there (a Saturday in mid-February) we saw a total of maybe 10 people in three hours of skiing, but we saw lovely vistas, frozen ponds, and many groves of pines. Have the kids be on the lookout for moose ("Mickey Moose", "Moostake", "Moosaka", etc). The area is 2-3 miles off exit 10 on 89 (north). Waze brought us right to the parking lot. Why pay $100 for Sunapee downhill (with the crowds) when you can be blessed with an area so beautiful?
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