North Conway – the hub of Mt. Washington Valley, where you can easily get to every one of the 13 ski areas – is continuously voted among the top 10 ski towns in the country.
The ski areas in the White Mountains are steeped in history, not just as some of the oldest and most storied ski areas in the country, but they also hold a special bookmark in the history of families that ski at them. So gather yours and experience an unforgettable ski vacation tradition in Mt. Washington Valley, NH.
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Barlett NH
Trails: 68 (29% beginner, 44% intermediate, 27% advanced/expert)
Skiable Terrain: 311 acres
Vertical Drop: 1,750 ft
Jackson, NH
Trails: 45 (29% beginner, 32% intermediate, 24% advanced/expert)
Skiable Terrain: 143 acres
Vertical Drop: 1,100 ft
Bretton Woods, NH
Trails & Glades: 98 (23% beginner, 30% intermediate, 47% advanced/expert)
Skiable Terrain: 464 acres
Vertical Drop: 1,500 ft
North Conway, NH
Trails: 60 (30% beginner, 45% intermediate, 25% advanced/expert)
Skiable Terrain: 170 acres
Vertical Drop: 1,200 ft
Madison, NH
Trails: 17 (35% beginner, 30% intermediate, 35% advanced/expert)
Skiable Terrain: 50 acres
Vertical Drop: 350 ft
Bridgton, ME
Trails: 44 (16% beginner, 58% intermediate, 30% advanced/expert)
Skiable Terrain: 239 acres
Vertical Drop: 1,300 ft
Gorham, NH
Trails: 48 (20% beginner, 47% intermediate, 33% advanced/expert)
Skiable Terrain: 225 acres
Vertical Drop: 2,112 ft
Bartlett, NH
Trails: 36 (47% novice, 25% intermediate, 28% expert)
Total length of trail network: 65+ km
Bretton Woods, NH
Trails: 45 (34% novice, 45% intermediate, 21% expert)
Total length of trail network: 100 km
Jackson, NH
Trails: 60 (40% novice, 28% intermediate, 32% expert)
Total length of trail network: 100 km
Madison, NH
Trails: 15 (60% novice, 40% intermediate)
Total length of trail network: 12 km
Intervale, NH
Trails: Over 50% easy trails
Total length of trail network: 45km
Bretton Woods Ski Area
Cranmore Mountain Resort
King Pine Ski Area
Be sure to visit our Stay page and explore a variety of local lodging options. Explore the quintessential New England inns and B&Bs all throughout the Valley with scenic views of the White Mountains and accommodations that will keep you cozy after a day on the slopes.
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