Things to do & places to visit in White Mountains, New Hampshire, United States

New Hampshire's White Mountains are jam packed with attractions. Scenic roads make driving between them a delight. Trundle along Conway's Scenic Railroad and Mount Washington Cog Railway, sally upwards on the Cannon Mountain Aerial Tram and Loon Mountain Skyride, plunge down in Polar Caves Park and Flume Gorge, and reach top speeds at Attitash ski resort and summer playground. Offering a wealth of outdoors wonders both in winter and summer, the White Mountains are a thrill for all seasons.

White Mountains region in New Hampshire, United States. Timezone: America/New_York, current date and time: Saturday, May 04, 2024, 22:59.

Top things to do (13)

Top places to visit (13 attractions)

5.0 West Rattlesnake Mountain (217 reviews)
- Great short hike.
Mountains

The West Rattlesnake Trail is relatively short (0.7 miles one way) and the elevation is not too demanding. Saw many families on the trail some with their canine companions. The view of Squam Lake at the top is beautiful. One caution, if you have small children there is a ledge at the top and children should be watched closely to avoid an unfortunate accident. See more..
5.0 Mount Washington State Park (109 reviews)
- Gorgeous Short Hike In Alpine Tundra
State Parks

I drove the Auto Road to the summit of Mt. Washington. While at the summit, I stopped by the state park’s information desk and got some information about a short east hike in the alpine tundra. The parking area is less than a mile from the summit. The walk is relatively flat at first. The landscape is rocky with grass and flowers mixed in. It was a beautiful landscape with great views. The trail continued down a steep slope with a flatter trail beyond along a high ridge. I chose to stop at this point since the return hike would be more strenuous than I had planned. Even the short hike is worth the stop. I highly recommend talking to the rangers and finding a short hike to fully enjoy this beautiful place. See more..
4.5 Cannon Mountain Aerial Tramway (424 reviews)
- A great way to spend a few hours
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Trams

Beautiful day last Sunday so up the tram we decided to go! They tell you online how many tickets are left on each trip (limited to 40), so we saw lots of availability and didn't buy in advance (but you can) and got there 2 minutes before a trip. Bought our tickets and jumped onboard for a beautiful 7 minute ride to the summit. There's an easy trail there to the lookout tower and then around back to the restaurant and summit shop that we took, we also took some side trails to more private ledges with incredible views. Great trip for the money on a sunny and clear day! See more..
4.5 Cannon Mountain (422 reviews)
- One of the best we’ve been to in NH
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Mountains • Ski & Snowboard Areas

Cannon has something for everyone. The Tuckerbrook family area is great for beginners and the 2100 foot vertical is good for those more experienced. Cannon is best resort so far you get access to on the Indy Pass. I would go January through March as going in December left several runs closed and quite icy. That being said, it’s a lovely area with good runs. Rentals are like 50.00 though. Get the Indy pass and enjoy 2 days here. See more..
4.5 Squam Lakes Natural Science Center (411 reviews)
- Something for everyone
Saturday: Spent 2-3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas

Squam Lakes Natural Science Center is a fun and enlightening place for everyone to enjoy. Here at the Science Center, we house and exhibit many different wild animals, including river otters, mountain lions, bobcats, deer, bears, birds, foxes, and skunks. The wild animals at Squam Lakes Natural Science Center are ambassadors of their species, here for the purpose of educating our visitors about New Hampshire's natural world. Most are orphaned, injured, or otherwise unable to survive in the wild. Observing these animals up-close, together with experiencing our hands-on exhibits, offers visitors the opportunity to develop a deeper understanding of our native wildlife and appreciation of the natural world. See more..
4.5 Bretton Woods at Mount Washington Resort (400 reviews)
- RESERVATIONS required!
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Ski & Snowboard Areas • Beach & Pool Clubs

Bretton Woods is the home of New Hampshire's largest ski area, plus the Bretton Woods Canopy Tour, Bretton Woods Nordic Center, the Adventure Center, The Spa, the Golf Club (27 holes), The Lodge, The Townhomes and numerous food and beverage outlets. See more..
4.5 Moulton Farm (247 reviews)
- Great experience on a nice fall day!
Temporarily closed - Closed until Mar 23, 2023 Farms

Our farm market is closed for winter. We will re-open in mid-March 2023. Find everything you need for great tasting meals and desserts in our farm market. Choose from vegetables we grow in our fields and foods we prepare in our farm kitchen and bakery. We also partner with other farms and small businesses to provide you with quality items including cheeses, seafood, meat, and poultry. Fresh seafood direct from the fish pier in Boston is available on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. Freshly made cider doughnuts are available at the Cider Bellies stand in late spring, summer, and fall. In the spring and summer, our garden center has annuals, perennials, vegetable plants, and fruit trees that are well suited for the Lakes Region. In the fall, there’s plenty of fun to be had with our corn maze, pumpkin hunting, wagon rides, and more. Starting in late November, we have wreaths made here at the farm and freshly cut local Christmas trees. When are you coming to visit? See more..
4.5 Nestlenook Estate & Resort Sleigh Rides (213 reviews)
- A Magical Evening
Farms

What an incredible evening! From start to finish our experience at Nestlenook was a magical evening. The Mother of the operation makes the best hot chocolate. All the sons are amazing, personable and so helpful. The night we were there they actually held the sleigh for an extra 5 minutes for a family that was caught in traffic!! As we started our evening, Andrew poured our champagne and was a great host as he helped us on the sleigh. As Greg drove our sleigh through the woods, it started to snow making it even more special. Greg explained so many great points about the property. We had our first encounter with Nestlenook last year and we are making this an annual event. Reservations should be made for 5 pm or later as you see the property in all its splendor in the darkness. We hope you enjoy it as much as we did!! Looking forward to next year already. See more..
4.5 Echo Lake State Park (190 reviews)
- Winding Down the Day at Echo Lake State Park
State Parks • Bodies of Water

Good trip! We arrived at approximately 5 pm, payed the small entrance fee and made our way inside the park. The park was very nice and clean, and contained several bench/table areas that one could sit and relax on. There was a looping trail around the lake that provided gorgeous views of the lake from multiple standpoints. The park also contained a building that had restrooms in it. Tip: I recommend spending 45 minutes here if you truly want to see everything. See more..
4.5 Crawford Notch State Park (163 reviews)
- Gorgeous foliage at Crawford Notch
State Parks • Waterfalls

Magical foliage, beautiful tranquil lake in the mountains, gift shop, picnic tables, safe parking and several easy trails are waiting for you at the Wiley House Historical Site in Crawford Notch State Park. Lovely spot along picturesque Route 302 to walk and relax. Next time we will hike Aretusa Falls Trail (we didn’t have time to do it this week but the views of Frankenstein Cliff from the parking lot were worth a short stop. See more..
4.5 Hermit Woods Winery (141 reviews)
- So inviting
Saturday: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Wineries & Vineyards

Hermit Woods Winery and Deli, one of Food & Wine Magazine's "500 Best Wineries in America" in 2017, is a small boutique winery, cidery, meadery and deli located in downtown Meredith NH. We make a wide variety of wines from local fruit (organic when possible) and raw honey in a classic European style. When you join us for a tasting, in addition to sharing our wines with you, we will do our best to make your time with us both enjoyable and educational. The people who make the wine will be serving you and will share their knowledge about the wine and the wine making process. We also have a deli where we offer a light menu and beer and wine by the glass. Enjoy some food and wine inside or on our deck. We hope to see you in our tasting room soon. Note: If you use a wheelchair, please call ahead See more..
4.0 Ice Castles (546 reviews)
- Simply Magical
Saturday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks

Ice Castles is an awe-inspiring, must-see winter phenomenon that brings fairytales to life. The frozen attraction is located in six cities across North America. Ice Castles is built entirely by hand using hundreds of thousands of icicles hand-placed by professional ice artists. The castles include breathtaking LED-lit sculptures, frozen thrones, ice-carved tunnels, slides, and fountains. See more..
4.0 Settlers Green (445 reviews)
- One happy shopper!
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Factory Outlets • Shopping Malls

Located at the gateway to North Conway, Settlers Green has been a part of this mountain community for over 30 years. We are a place for people to come together, whether its shopping, dining, or experiencing one of our unique events, we are a destination that feels fun and familiar. Sprawl out around our common green spaces and find inspiration through public art and gardens. You never know what surprise is around the next corner. Outdoor ping pong, live music or a perfect mountain view. Value remains the core of who we are with brands that families love alongside the biggest names in fashion. New Hampshire is tax-free and added savings for seniors to students, or from our coupon book, gives everyone the opportunity to save. Our restaurants serve up distinct dishes in style, from brick oven pizza to fresh seafood. Make memorable moments at our foot soak spa or family arcade. Come see why our details make the difference and worth the trip. See more..