Skiing in North Conway, NH

With a motto that proudly states "Live Free or Die," it's no wonder that skiing is the official sport of New Hampshire. In fact, North Conway, New Hampshire is known as the "birthplace of modern skiing." Each of its resorts has its distinct personality

Mount Cranmore

1 Skimobile Road
North Conway, NH
(603) 356-5543
Review of Cranmore

Bretton Woods

Bretton Woods is famous for its meticulously groomed slopes, top to bottom beginner/intermediate trails and awe-inspiring views of the Mount Washington Hotel. While it has its glades and bump runs, it is considerably less challenging than the other New Hampshire resorts. However, its new terrain park might attract some more adventurous skiers and riders. Its "kids under 12 ski free" policy makes it a popular choice for families, and its romantic scenery and night skiing make it a great date destination. Beginning in the 2008/2009 season, Bretton Woods will offer the Threedom Pass, which will allow unlimited skiing at Bretton Woods, Cranmore and Waterville Valley.

Trails

• Vertical Drop: 1,500 ft
• Beginner: 24
• Intermediate: 28
• Advanced: 33
• Expert: 16

Lifts

• 4 Detached Quads
• 1 Fixed Quad
• 1 Triple Chair
• 1 Double Chair
• 2 Magic Carpets

Attitash

Peak Resorts, the new owners of Attitash, are now offering a new season pass called the Nor'easter, which will allow access to Mount Snow, Crotched Mountain, and Big Boulder in Pennsylvania. Additionally, they have invested $2.5 million in a state-of-the-art snowmaking system known as Fan Gun technology. They've also added a mid-station unload to the Abenaki lift, located on Bear Peak. Two terrain parks, a 500 foot Superpipe and 30 acres of tree-skiing make it a popular choice for adventurous skiers and riders.

Trails

• Total trails: 75
• Most Difficult 33%
• More Difficult 47%
• Easiest 20%

Chairlifts

• 3 quads, 2 high-speed detachable
• 3 triples
• 3 doubles
• 3 surface lifts

Wildcat

In an age of corporately owned ski-resorts, Wildcat is proud of its distinction as one of the last remaining family-owned ski areas. As such, it's known for its "personal touch," as evidenced by its annual pass holder's apres ski dinner. Wildcat is also the place to go for expert skiing. Here, extreme skier Dan Egan conducts his All-Terrain Ski Clinics. With a 4,062 ft. summit, Wildcat provides more vertical than many other New Hampshire resorts.

Trails

• 25% Easy
• 45% Intermediate
• 30% Advanced

Lifts

• 1 Detached Quad
• 3 Triple Chairs

Black Mountain

The quintessential New England narrow and winding trails characterize the Black Mountain ski area. While it's considered an excellent learning area, Black Mountain also has an ample amount of advanced terrain. Its Family Passport was voted Best Bargain by Ski Magazine.

Trails

• 33% Easy
• 34% Intermediate
• 33% Advanced

Lifts

• 4 chair lifts
• 2 surface lifts

If you enjoy modern skiing, why not visit its birthplace? North Conway awaits your visit.