experience an unforgettable ski vacation tradition

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North ConWAY NAMED #1 SKI TOWN IN USA TODAY’S 10BEST READER’S CHOICE AWARDS
North ConWAY NAMED #1 SKI TOWN IN USA TODAY’S 10BEST READER’S CHOICE AWARDS
North ConWAY NAMED #1 SKI TOWN IN USA TODAY’S 10BEST READER’S CHOICE AWARDS
North ConWAY NAMED #1 SKI TOWN IN USA TODAY’S 10BEST READER’S CHOICE AWARDS
North ConWAY NAMED #1 SKI TOWN IN USA TODAY’S 10BEST READER’S CHOICE AWARDS
North ConWAY NAMED #1 SKI TOWN IN USA TODAY’S 10BEST READER’S CHOICE AWARDS
North ConWAY NAMED #1 SKI TOWN IN USA TODAY’S 10BEST READER’S CHOICE AWARDS
North ConWAY NAMED #1 SKI TOWN IN USA TODAY’S 10BEST READER’S CHOICE AWARDS
North ConWAY NAMED #1 SKI TOWN IN USA TODAY’S 10BEST READER’S CHOICE AWARDS

Mt. Washington Valley is home to six alpine and six cross-country ski centers. That’s over 300 alpine trails and 450km of Nordic tracks to ski and ride.

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. 

alpine skiing

Attitash Mountain Resort

Barlett NH

Trails: 68 (29% beginner, 44% intermediate, 27% advanced/expert)
Skiable Terrain: 311 acres
Vertical Drop: 1,750 ft

Bretton Woods

Bretton Woods, NH
Trails & Glades: 98 (23% beginner, 30% intermediate, 47% advanced/expert)
Skiable Terrain: 464 acres
Vertical Drop: 1,500 ft

Cranmore Mountain Resort

North Conway, NH
Trails: 60 (30% beginner, 45% intermediate, 25% advanced/expert)
Skiable Terrain: 170 acres
Vertical Drop: 1,200 ft

King Pine Ski Area

Madison, NH
Trails: 17 (35% beginner, 30% intermediate, 35% advanced/expert)
Skiable Terrain: 50 acres
Vertical Drop: 350 ft

Pleasant Mountain

Bridgton, ME
Trails: 44 (16% beginner, 58% intermediate, 30% advanced/expert)
Skiable Terrain: 239 acres
Vertical Drop: 1,300 ft

Wildcat Mountain

Gorham, NH
Trails: 48 (20% beginner, 47% intermediate, 33% advanced/expert)
Skiable Terrain: 225 acres
Vertical Drop: 2,112 ft

cross-country skiing

Bear Notch Ski Touring Center

Bartlett, NH
Trails: 36 (47% novice, 25% intermediate, 28% expert)
Total length of trail network: 65+ km

Bretton Woods Nordic Center

Bretton Woods, NH
Trails: 45 (34% novice, 45% intermediate, 21% expert)
Total length of trail network: 100 km

Great Glen Trails

Gorham, NH
Trails: See the trail map here
Total length of trail network: 45 km

Jackson Ski Touring Foundation

Jackson, NH
Trails: 60 (40% novice, 28% intermediate, 32% expert)
Total length of trail network: 100 km

Purity Spring Cross-Country and Snowshoe Reserve

Madison, NH
Trails: 15 (60% novice, 40% intermediate)
Total length of trail network: 12 km

Mt. Washington Valley Ski Touring Foundation

Intervale, NH
Trails: Over 50% easy trails
Total length of trail network: 45km

Get a sneak peek at the slopes

live cams

Bretton Woods Ski Area

Cranmore Mountain Resort

King Pine Ski Area

If you’re planning a winter vacation to the Valley...

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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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.