The smart way to plan your travel itinerary   
You are here: Home > United States > New Hampshire > White-Mountains

Fun Things To Do In White-Mountains, NH

Attractions, Sightseeing and Events


White-Mountains Tourism and Sightseeing
The White Mountains region has something for everyone. For families there are plenty of activities, miniature golf, wave Pools, swimming and lots of attractions like Story Land and Santa's Village. For the shopper there is tax free shopping at more than 200 outlets, boutiques and shops. Whether you visit the White Mts. for the leaf peeping, scenic drives through the mountains, exciting selection of major attractions, numerous covered bridges and waterfalls, or just here on a day trip, this region is full of things to do.

Set in the heart of the White Mountain National Forest, White Mountains and the surrounding Mt. Washington Valley offers hundreds of hiking and biking trails, rushing waterfalls and easily accessible natural swimming holes. This is a rock climber's heaven and in the winter ice climbers rush here for the terrain and the outfitters.

Oh yes, and did we mention golf? There are 10 courses within a 30-or-less minute drive from the White-Mountains. In the Fall people from all over the world come for scenic drives and the color which blankets every turn. Enjoy the 100-mile Kancamagus Highway, one of the country's only scenic by-way loops. Look for moose and wildlife all along this route too. In the winter there are 7 ski resorts and 6 XC Centers all offering everything from easy to thrilling terrain. Each of these also offer rental shops and lessons too, plus a packed calendar of events. Add to that tubing hills, mountain coasters (not one but two!) and giant swings, plus sledding, ice skating and....well...you're getting the picture - the possibilities are endless!

  Skip to Best Time to Visit. View Map.


 Per Page Sort By: Name Category City < Prev  1 2 Next >

Lake Tarleton State Park
Lake Tarleton State Park
Recreation in Piermont, NH USA

Lake Tarleton State Park is a 48-acre undeveloped park and is easy to find. Lake Tarleton, at 315 acres, offers an unguarded swimming beach and opportunities for fishing and hunting in season. A N.H.


League of NH Craftsmen- Littleton Fine Craft Gallery
League of NH Craftsmen- Littleton Fine Craft Gallery things to do on a rainy day in White-Mountains, NH
Arts and Craft in Littleton, NH USA

League of NH Craftsmen The Littleton Gallery opened in 2004, the newest of the League's eight Retail Galleries around the state.

Lost River Gorge
Lost River Gorge
Nature in North Woodstock, NH USA

One of New Hampshire's greatest natural wonders! Discover our NEW Forest Adventure Trail, bird cage overlook, treehouse and suspension bridge. Follow the Lost River to explore jagged rock walls, gigantic boulders, rock-strewn glacial caves, and cascading waterfalls.

Lost River Gorge And Boulder Caves
Lost River Gorge And Boulder Caves
Nature in North Woodstock, NH USA

Your journey starts here! Discover our forest adventure trail, bird cage overlook, treehouse and suspension bridge. Follow the Lost River to explore jagged rock walls, gigantic boulders, rock-strewn glacial caves, and cascading waterfalls.

Moose Brook State Park
Moose Brook State Park
Recreation in Gorham, NH USA

Moose Brook State Park, located in the White Mountains Region just north of the Presidential Range, Moose Brook State Park is in an area of unparalleled scenery and offers a variety of outdoor activities.


Mount Washington State Park
Mount Washington State Park
Recreation in Gorham, NH USA

Mount Washington State Park, a 60.3-acre parcel perched on the summit of the Northeast's highest peak, is surrounded by the extensive 750,000-acre White Mountain National Forest.

Mwv Moose Bus Tours
Mwv Moose Bus Tours
Tour in North Conway, NH USA

We are able to see and view MOOSE after dark because our MOOSE bus is allowed to use floodlights and spot lights to seek and see MOOSE at night. It's attempted to have this adventure enjoyable to MOOSE seekers of all ages, children and adults. Most will agree it is.

New England Ski Museum
New England Ski Museum things to do on a rainy day in White-Mountains, NH
Museum in Franconia, NH USA

Exhibits on history of skiing; research library and collections; Museum Shop; vintage ski films.

New Hampshire Rivers Guide Service
New Hampshire Rivers Guide Service
Fishing in Lincoln, NH USA

New Hampshire Rivers Guide Service Fly Fishing Offering instruction and guided fly fishing trips throughout New Hampshire. Drift boat and wading trips available. Fly fishing in the Great North Woods, White Mountains, Monadnock Region and Lakes Region.


Saco River Covered Bridge
Saco River Covered Bridge
Scenic in Conway, NH USA

In 1850, Jacob Berry and Peter Paddleford built a covered bridge to replace a crudely framed log bridge that had collapsed at this site. The 1850 bridge stood until the Swift River covered bridge crashed into it in 1869.

Santa Express Trains at the Hobo Railroad in Lincoln, NH
Santa Express Trains at the Hobo Railroad in Lincoln, NH things to do on a rainy day in White-Mountains, NH
Excursion in Lincoln, NH USA

Ride the Hobo RR's Santa Express Train w/Santa & Mrs. Claus! The Hobo Railroad in Lincoln, NH recently announced the schedule for their 2020 Santa Express Trains which begin the Friday after Thanksgiving, November 27, and depart weekends at 1:00pm through Sunday, December 20, 2020.

Settlers' Green Outlet Village
Settlers' Green Outlet Village
Shopping in North Conway, NH USA

Tax-free shopping in the White Mountains.

Swift River Covered Bridge
Swift River Covered Bridge
Scenic in Conway, NH USA

The first bridge on this site was built by John Douglass in 1850. It gave much needed access to the north using West Side Road and served local commerce well until the spring of 1869.

Tuckerman Brewing
Tuckerman Brewing things to do on a rainy day in White-Mountains, NH
Brewery or Distillery in Conway, NH USA

Tuckerman Brewing Company is a microbrewery located in Conway, NH. We brew Tuckerman Pale Ale, Headwall Alt, ALTitude, and 6288 Stout. We are open for free brewery tours and tastings every Sat. at 3 p.m.

Conway Scenic Railroad
Conway Scenic Railroad things to do on a rainy day in White-Mountains, NH
Historic Site in North Conway, NH USA

Conway Scenic Enjoy an authentic railroading experience as you travel on historical routes from our 1874 train station in North Conway Village to either Conway or Bartlett. Conway route is an 11 mile round trip train ride for visitors wanting an shorter train ride.

Guided Evening Lantern Tour
Guided Evening Lantern Tour
Recreation in North Woodstock, NH USA

Explore Lost River Gorge at night! Explore Lost River Gorge and Boulder Caves at night by the light of lanterns and headlamps. Experience the same thrill and wonder of those who discovered the gorge in 1852.


White-Mountains

Attractions
Activities
Indoor Activities



Best Time to Visit White-Mountains


The best time to visit White-Mountains, New Hampshire is in the fall and summer. Fall temperatures are cold with averages in the low 40's and highs in the low 50's. Nights are cold with lows in the low 30's. Summer temperatures are cool with averages in the mid 60's and highs in the mid 70's. Summer nights are cool with lows in the low 50's.

Spring Visit White-Mountains in the summerSummer Visit White-Mountains in the fallFall Winter


Monthly Temperatures in White-Mountains


Month Low Avg High
January 6.9 18.1 29.3
February 9.2 21.4 33.5
March 20.1 31.0 41.9
April 31.3 42.6 53.8
May 42.4 55.0 67.5
June 52.0 64.2 76.3
July 56.9 69.1 81.3
August 54.8 67.1 79.3
September 45.3 58.0 70.7
October 34.2 46.6 58.9
November 26.9 36.4 45.8
December 14.6 24.5 34.3

Destinations in and around White-Mountains to Visit



This Entry White-Mountains
Lakes-Region, NH
Lakes-Region, NH
(31.0 miles )
Oxford Hills, ME
Oxford Hills, ME
(39.5 miles )
Dartmouth-Sunapee, NH
Dartmouth-Sunapee, NH
(48.9 miles )
Great-North-Woods, NH
Great-North-Woods, NH
(55.2 miles )
Stowe, VT
Stowe, VT
(56.7 miles )
Portland, ME
Portland, ME
(58.9 miles )
Killington, VT
Killington, VT
(64.0 miles )
Merrimack-Valley, NH
Merrimack-Valley, NH
(72.9 miles )
Seacoast, NH
Seacoast, NH
(75.2 miles )
Burlington, VT
Burlington, VT
(78.4 miles )
Monadnock, NH
Monadnock, NH
(82.0 miles )




What's New Privacy Statement Customer Service Sign In Tell a Friend Get Listed Contact Us
Travel Articles Legal Site Map Register About Us Follow WeGoPlaces on Facebook!