When snow falls on New Hampshire, locals and tourists flock to the slopes. Whether you’re looking for private lessons, expertly-manicured hills, or you simply want to hit the snow tubing area, there’s plenty of opportunity for everyone in the family to enjoy a ski day in New Hampshire. Here are the 10 best destinations in the state!
Bretton Woods is New Hampshire’s largest ski area, and is perfect for families. In addition to children’s programs and ski rentals and repairs, there is a Junior Pass Program that saves families money. Whether you’re a skier or a snow boarder, you’ll love it here.
Cranmore Mountain is beloved by families for their Arlberg Children’s Center. Parents can drop off their kids in the program, and counselors will get the kids out on the Penguin Trails for lessons, skiing, snowboarding and more. There are exceptional season-long programs for both kids and adults.
With group and private lessons available for children, Mount Sunapee is an excellent spot for the entire family to ski and snowboard. Featuring terrain parks and plenty of slopes, check out their season passes to make the fun even more affordable.
Loon Mountain features more open terrain than any other ski area in the Granite State. The whole family will love the programs and lessons. In addition to skiing and snowboarding, enjoy snow tubing and ice skating, as well as a winter zip line ride.
Whether you ski or snowboard, you’re going to love everything about Attitash Mountain. Dine slope side, spend the weekend, take lessons and more. You’ll never get enough of the family-friendly atmosphere at this ski area.
Enjoy skiing, snowboarding and lessons for both at King Pine. Kids start with the Knee High program, where they begin skiing with a harness and proceed from there. Don’t worry if you can’t buy new gear for the whole family every season. King Pine has affordable rentals for everyone.
Enjoy skiing, snowboarding and snow tubing at Gunstock Mountain. Dine at one of several options, ensuring something the whole family likes. Ride the Mountain Coaster for even more fun.
Even if everyone in the family isn’t a fan of downhill skiing or snowboarding, there is also cross-country skiing at Waterville Valley to satisfy everyone in your group. They even feature an Adaptive Snowsports Programs for those with a variety of disabilities. Everyone will love hanging out by the fire at the Adventure Center and sipping some hot cocoa.
Ski, snowboard, dine and enjoy live music on the weekends at Wildcat Mountain. Rent equipment or buy new at the pro shop. If the kids aren’t ready to ski or ride, they can hang out in the Kitten Club Nursery while the rest of the family enjoys all the mountain offers.
Ski and ride at Cannon Mountain. Lessons are available for all levels for both kids and adults. There’s a nursery for those who aren’t ready for either sport, and an adaptive skiing program for kids and adults with special needs. Visit the food court or one of several additional options for food and beverages for the whole family.
