Bartlett is the bridge between the hub of Mt. Washington Valley and the uncut wild of Crawford Notch and White Mountain National Forest. It’s a town of outdoor recreation, rich in local culture, with some really great stops for food, and wine along the way.

Here's a seven-day itinerary with ideas on how to spend each day of your vacation in Mt. Washington Valley. Follow it exactly or let it be inspiration for your trip. Whatever you don't get to do on this visit, just bookmark it for your next one! Because you'll definitely want to come back again!

Food, Flavor and Fun!

Moat Mountain Smokehouse is the proverbial family dinner table for Mt. Washington Valley. It’s a local spot where friends, and friends of friends gather. Ask the staff why they love working at Moat Mountain Smokehouse, and they’ll say it’s because it feels like family there. And that’s what you’ll feel like when you go there for a beer and a meal.

A town know for iconic New England charm, a deep culture of skiing, historic inns, quaint locally owned shops, and is home to a James Beard nominated farm-to-table restaurant along with local restaurants with some of the best pizza, wings, and breakfast sandwiches. Jackson, New Hampshire is also known for providing one of the best backdrops for weddings, and is a thriving destination for those seeking a mountain themed wedding!

the local beta a guest receives during their excursion with us is part of the package. Not only will you enjoy the guided hike, climb, or backcountry adventure you booked, but you’ll get insight on where to go, and what trail to take on next.

Considered one of the “OG” breweries, Tuckerman paved the way for the craft beer destination Mt. Washington Valley has become. Starting out over twenty-five years ago in a small garage on Main Street in Conway Village, Tuckerman Brewing Company has grown to a brewing and bottling lab; tasting room; gift shop; outdoor beer garden; stage for live entertainment; and is currently working on expanding its tasting room as well as adding a pavilion for more entertainment options.

If thoughts of making turns in fresh snow, pulling out your poly-pro and crampons to explore a new trail, learning a new skill through ice climbing, or taking your backcountry skiing to new heights flood your mind while you prep for your next Zoom meeting, then you’ll want to hop on the phone or open a new tab and book your winter getaway in the White Mountains stat!

Alpine Garden Winery is a true find! Tucked away on the outskirts of Bartlett Village on the grounds of Alpine Garden Camping Village, owner and wine-maker, Ryan Classen is pouring something truly unique.

Located in Fryeburg, Maine, the beer at Saco River Brewing is owned and brewed by Conway, New Hampshire local, Mason Irish. He's bridging Maine and New Hampshire with a shared love of great beer.

An award-winning distillery is nestled in this timber-frame barn, located in North Conway, NH. Distilling organic Vodka, Gin, Liqueur, Bourbon, Whiskey and Aquavit, enjoy a tour and a tasting at Cathedral Ledge Distillery.

Located just fifteen minutes away from the hub of Mt. Washington Valley, North Conway, NH, Fryeburg, Maine is a great destination along your White Mountains vacation!

The Mt. Washington Valley Chamber of Commerce highly suggests hiring a guide for backcountry ski adventures. With over 2,000 miles of trails to explore, you just have to know how to find them. And the best way to do that is to hire a guide for your backcountry skiing adventure.

Alpine Touring has had a meteoric rise in the last few years. It’s concept of skinning up a mountain, or hiking up one with your skis on your back to ski down it is nothing new. Naturally it would make sense that this kind of outdoor adventure would find a way to translate to the contained ski areas within the White Mountains.

Chances are that if you’ve even spent just a moment in the valley, you have benefited from the work of at least one of the valley's non-profits. Keep the White Mountain National Forest in the Mt. Washington Valley on your gratitude list this holiday season.