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Dining
Holiday Dining Guide
The holidays are here! Despite things looking a little different, there are many easy and delicious dining options to enjoy. It’s best to plan ahead and order early. Pick up a full holiday meal, tasty baked goods, charcuterie boards, or just get dessert! Use this list to make your holiday a little easier while supporting […]
The Western White Mountains Winter Resource Guide
Winter is right around the corner in the Western White Mountains. The temperatures have dropped, and the local ski resorts have started to make snow. The New Year will be here before you know it, and this winter will be like no other. The COVID-19 pandemic has changed many things this year, and winter in […]
Unique Eats in the Western White Mountains
The Western White Mountains is quickly becoming a culinary hotspot with lots of unique eateries for various options for the whole family. Choose from traditional après ski spots like the Mt Club or Gordi’s or enjoy a quick breakfast at the local bagel shop or bakery. There are a place and menu for everyone in […]
Thanksgiving 2020
Thanksgiving is quickly approaching and we know that things may look a little different this year. There’s one thing that remains constant–delicious dining options for this holiday. There’s plenty of ways to enjoy your Thanksgiving meal by letting us do the work and ordering complete to-go family style meals, ordering your desserts, sides or appetizers […]
Explore the White Mountains with your camera and win prizes!
Here’s your chance to explore White Mountain back roads and small towns, support local businesses and win prizes with the White Mountains 100-Mile Challenge. The six chambers and associations of the White Mountains region have collaborated to create the White Mountains 100-Mile Challenge, an exhilarating new way to explore the White Mountains, take photos and […]
5 Best Fall Activities in the Western White Mountains
There is no question that 2020 has been an interesting year, but there is one thing that we can count on, and that’s another beautiful fall foliage season in the Western White Mountains. Peak foliage is just around the corner, and you’ll want to start planning all your favorite fall activities. Hop in your car […]
All Aboard the Dinner Train!
For a truly unique dining experience in the Western White Mountains, book your tickets on the Café Lafayette Dinner Train in North Woodstock, New Hampshire. For two hours, you’ll enjoy a delicious five-course gourmet meal cooked by an award-winning chef while taking in the majestic views of the White Mountains. The Café Lafayette Dinner Train […]
Top 12 Selfie Spots in the Western White Mountains
If you didn’t take a selfie, were you really there? Love them or hate them, selfies are here to stay thanks to social media. Instagram is full of beautiful, drool-worthy photos from around the world. Make all your friends jealous with your amazing selfies from the Western White Mountains. The region is home to stunning […]
Gift Cards
Support your favorite small businesses by purchasing a gift card to use later! We’ve created a list of our members who offer online gift cards to make your shopping easier. If you see one that’s missing, please let us know. Email [email protected] Alpine Adventures Lincoln, NH Balanced Rock Bodyworks Lincoln, NH Burgeon Outdoor Lincoln, NH […]
Business Updates
With the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Global Pandemic still raising concerns about health and social distancing, many of our local restaurants, shops, attractions, and lodging partners made changes to their business operations. They have taken extra precautions to ensure customer and employee safety and we encourage you to do the same. As New Hampshire continues to fight […]
Winter Adventures for Non-Skiers
During the winter months, the western White Mountains becomes a mecca for skiers and snowboarders looking for affordable, world-class skiing. Both Loon Mountain and Cannon Mountain are family-friendly ski resorts offering exceptional skiing, but not everyone skis or snowboards, and that’s okay. There’s plenty of winter activities for non-skiers and skiers alike in the western […]
Things To Do When You’re Here for the Ice Castles
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! The Ice Castles are back again for its sixth season in New Hampshire. Since 2014, the famous Ice Castles have attracted hundreds of thousands of visitors every winter to explore over 20 million pounds of frozen features. Now located in North Woodstock with a permanent location, Ice […]
Delicious and Unique Dining Options in the Western White Mountains
A trip to the western White Mountains is a culinary delight. While the area might not be a foodie destination like other cities in New England, we’re spoiled with many delicious and unique dining options. From organic, locally sourced sandwiches from the Purple Tomato Farmer’s Market to a gourmet five-course dinner on the Cafe Lafayette […]
Everything is Sweet at Fadden’s Maple Syrup
For over 120 years, Fadden’s General Store has been producing award-winning maple syrup for the western White Mountains. Like most early settlers in the White Mountains, the Fadden Family harvested maple sap and sugar to consume and trade for supplies. James H. Fadden and his wife, Ida, opened Fadden’s General Store in 1896. It wasn’t […]
Sugar Hill: New Hampshire’s Best Kept Secret
With a population of just over 500 people, it’s easy to overlook the small mountain town of Sugar Hill as you drive north through Franconia to Littleton up I-93. But, this small town packs a real punch. Sugar Hill may be New Hampshire’s newest town, but its history runs deep in the western White Mountains. […]
10 Reasons to Make Your Ski Day a Ski Weekend
Holiday Events & Dining
The December holiday break is a great time to visit with family and friends and create some holiday memories together. Loon Mountain Resort and Cannon Mountain are open with lots of trails for you to explore on your new skis or board. There’s also cross country trails open at Ski Heart Farm and Franconia Village […]
Ask the Locals – Fall Edition
Autumn is one of the best times to visit the western White Mountains of New Hampshire. The temperature has dropped, the air is crisp, and the leaves have turned into a kaleidoscope of colors. While many people just look at fall as the time between ski season, fall is a great time to explore the […]
Ask the Locals – Summer Edition
With the mercury climbing in the city, it’s a great time to plan an escape to the mountains. The western White Mountains are perfect for a weekend or weeklong adventure for all ages with waterparks, hiking, and delicious food and drink options. Let two of our longtime locals tell you a few of their favorite […]
Choo, Choo, All Aboard the White Mountain Train Express
For a smaller region in northern New Hampshire, the western White Mountains has four vintage passenger trains open to the public. Whether you’re a four-year-old Thomas the Train super fan or a 64-year-old retired train conductor, you’ll love all the trains we have in town. Hop on board the Café Lafayette Dinner Train for an […]
Ask the Locals – Spring Edition
Spring in the White Mountains is a beautiful time of the year. The temperature starts to rise, the flowers start blooming, but you’ll still be able to find some snow left for the last turns of the ski season. The summer crowds have yet to arrive, so you’ll have much of the area to yourself.
Family Getaways in the Western White Mountains for the Whole Family
The western White Mountains of New Hampshire are an incredible year-round destination for family getaways. Home to some of the best skiing in New England, scenic hiking, and lots of great family-friendly activities, there’s plenty to keep you busy for a couple of days to several weeks. Multigenerational travel continues to become more popular, especially […]
The Dead Man’s Hand: Murder Mystery Weekend in April
Join us on April 7-8, 2018 for our 9th annual Murder Mystery Weekend in the Western White Mountains. This year, our theme is “The Dead Man’s Hand,” where a poker game ends in cold-blooded murder. Channel the likes of Scooby Doo, Gibbs and the rest of the NCIS team, and Sherlock Holmes and solve the […]
Ask the Locals – Winter Activity Edition
Fall Foliage Season
The Western White Mountains is home to some pretty amazing scenery the fall foliage season is one of the best times to take in the scenery. The mountains are transformed with an array of colors and the rivers glisten in the fall sun creating picture perfect backdrops for photos.
