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.
North Conway — the hub of Mt. Washington Valley, where you can easily access any of the 12 ski areas — is an iconic ski town. With a wealth of dining and lodging options, along with a host of indoor and outdoor activities, there's a mountain of reasons why North Conway was named the 2024 Best Ski Town in USA Today's 10Best Readers' Choice Awards.
Barlett NH
Trails: 68 (29% beginner, 44% intermediate, 27% advanced/expert)
Skiable Terrain: 311 acres
Vertical Drop: 1,750 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.
The Mt. Washington Valley Chamber of Commerce is proud to work with local photographers who share the love and passion for the Valley. Access this Dropbox folder for a media gallery of our winter recreation destinations. Please credit WiseguyCreative.com when using these images.