Are you planning to explore New Hampshire in the winter and want to know the best things to do here? For a vacationer, winter is a beautiful time in the Granite State. Besides skinning, it offers several outdoor activities to make your trip extraordinary.
It is a comfortable place to stay, with a fireplace, blanket, and hot beverage. You will find beautiful East Coast ski resorts, mountain landscapes, and small towns that seem like paintings.
In NH, there are many gorgeous things to do during winter vacation. We will provide complete information about our favorite handpicked winter destinations and travel guides in the following content.
Choosing the Right NH Trip in Winter
How do I choose the right trip? NH might be a small state, but it has many winter adventures. It is recommended to consider the following things before starting a journey.
First, you have to consider which type of trip you want because there is a massive difference between things. For example, determine whether you want to live in a B&B or need a cabin rental.
Secondly, plan your outdoor activities in which you are interested. Would you like to do skiing, dog sledding, hiking, or sleigh rides?
Thirdly, think about the location where you want to live. Would you like to live somewhere remote and rural or with dining and shopping options nearby? Would you like to prepare your meal or go out for your dinner?
Fourthly, make a plan for your accommodation. Would you like a big resort, or are you looking for a small B&B or inn? Do you want to rent out your apartment, cabin, or house?
After determining all the required things, start a memorable New Hampshire winter trip because now your plan is clear, and you will not face any problems.
North Conway:
It is an affordable NH winter destination with lots of perks. North Conway has many outdoor activities and the best shopping outlets.
This small town is situated on the Kancamagus Highway and the edge of the White Mountain National Forest. The Granite State’s best winter activities, ski resorts, and other tourist attractions are here.
For ski lovers, there is easy access to Cranmore Mountain Resorts and Attitash. You can also explore Bretton Woods and Wildcat Mountain, which are a little away. The region around Jackson has excellent cross-country trails and snowmobile trails.
On the other hand, if you don’t like skiing or are not athletically oriented, no worries. North Conway also has several other fun activities. It includes sleigh rides, breweries, cafes, cozy restaurants, and shopping outlets. The Conway Scenic Railroad is also one of the best rail rides in the US.
A visit to North Conway is an excellent choice for families, friends, couples, and travelers because there are many fun things for everyone.
Where to Stay in North Conway?
Hotels and Inns:Â
A quintessential New England village has different options to stay. It includes the best boutique hotels, inns, and bed and breakfasts. Buttonwood Inn on Mount Surprise and Cranmore Inn is our top choice in North Conway.
Cabins, Homes, and Rentals:Â
Kearsarge Woods Condo is a large house with four bedrooms suitable for large families. It is near Cranmore Mountain. Â
Monadnock:
Monadnock is a small town in New England. It is ideal for an NH winter destination if you love to stay at B&B while enjoying New England’s small town. It is in the southwest of New Hampshire with many of the State’s secrets. Consider Monadnock if you are looking for a low-key and cozy place to spend your holidays in winter.
Keene is the region’s largest hub. Whenever you leave this youthful, funky small town, you will be amazed that the country roads give the feel of the 1800s. It is the best place to stay in bed, enjoy breakfast, and watch the snow fall from your window.
Granite Gorge is a local option for skiing, while it is closed in a pandemic. However, you have other opportunities to explore. It includes visiting breweries, taking a sleigh ride at Stonewall Farm, going antique shopping in Fitzwilliam and Peterborough, and dropping by New England Copper Cannon Distillery or Sweetwater Distillery to sample some spirits.
The Monadnock is the most fantastic NH winter getaway for couples, travelers, friends, and groups who love discovering small places, driving around the city, and exploring other beautiful attractions.
Where to Stay in Monadnock?
Inns and Hotels:
Along with fireplaces, The Chesterfield Inn in West Chesterfield and The Bridges Inn in Swanzey are the area’s best bed and breakfasts. You must consider both options during your visit.
Elm City Carriage Barn and The Monadnock Inn in Jaffrey Center is an excellent affordable options.
Cabins, Rentals, Homes:
You will be surprised to know that you can also stay in an actual treehouse near the base of Mount Monadnock. The gourmand’s cottage offers a world-class kitchen and spice cupboard.
Jackson:
Consider Jackson to enjoy the White Mountains in a low-key atmosphere. This cozy New England village is near North Conway with lots of cross-country skiing, high-ticket beds, and breakfasts.
There are several ski resorts, such as Wildcat Mountain, Cranmore Mountain, and Attitash. But in cross-country skiing, Jackson has trailside dining and 50 trails covering more than 62 miles (100 kilometres), an excellent facility for skiers.
Apart from skiing, it is easy to access Jackson’s Nestlenook Farm, which is suitable for ice skating and sleigh rides. White Mountain Puzzles are ideal for indoor fun.
Jackson is an excellent romantic getaway where you can enjoy plush accommodations and hide away from the world.
Where to Stay in Jackson, NH
Hotels and Inns:Â
There are many high-end B&Bs. Along with billiards tables, feel the homey atmosphere at The Wentworth. The Inn at Jackson is an excellent traditional option, and The Christmas Farm Inn and Spa is good to recharge yourself.
Cabins, Homes, and Rentals:
Nestlenook Victorian Condo and this pet-friendly cottage is our top choice.
Pittsburg:
Consider Pittsburg and New Hampshire standards if you want to avoid all. Here, you can also experience a snowmobile. Many people don’t have much information about this small town.
It is the northernmost town of the Granite State. It has year-round fun activities. In the winter, people come to Pittsburg for snowmobiling, while summer is the best time for New England’s best stargazing and pristine lakes.
The Granite State is well-known for snowmobiling only due to Pittsburg’s extensive, well-maintained trails. Don’t worry if you are not a snowmobiler. You can also experience ice fishing, cross-country skiing, or snowshoeing along the trails.
Dog sledding is famous in the Great North Woods because it is a snow-rich area. Consider checking out Northern Exposure Outfitters in Milan or New England Dog Sledding in nearby Colebrook for Dog Sledding.
Where to Stay in Pittsburg?
Pittsburg is suitable for home rentals because it is not ideal for hotels. If you need more accommodation options, head south. Mohawk Cottages in Colebrook is an incredible collection of five bungalows. On Lake Francis, there is an affordable cabin equipped with four bedrooms and other amenities.
Bretton Woods:
Consider Bretton Woods to experience one of New England’s best winter resorts. The Omni Mount Washington Resort is a prominent feature of Bretton Woods in New Hampshire.
It is known as a New Hampshire legend. In 1986, this historic resort was declared a National Historic Landmark. Many people come here in winter for outdoor fun in Mount Washington’s shadow.
The small town has many fun activities. It includes snowboarding, alpine skiing, snowshoe trails, winter ziplining canopy tours, snow tubing, fat tire biking, backcountry skiing, and scenic gondola rides. You can also ride on the Mount Washington Cog Railway, but it does not go to the top.
This small town is an excellent Granite State winter vacation destination for couples, families, friends, and people who are looking for many outdoor activities in one place.
Where to Stay in Bretton Woods
Hotels and Inns:
In Bretton Woods, nothing is better than Omni Mount Washington Resort. It is the most luxurious establishment with all the winter fun activities. It is a little expensive compared to the others, but NH winter vacations don’t get better than this resort.
Cabins, homes, and rentals:Â
This four-person ski-out condo is a luxury, affordable option; consider this five-bedroom home to enjoy the stunning views from the window.
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s an excellent romantic winter getaway in New Hampshire?
Consider The Wentworth in Jackson or Sugar Hill Inn near Franconia small towns if you want solitude, quiet, and a romantic place in Granite State.
What’s a good New Hampshire winter vacation if you don’t ski?
North Conway is the best choice for visitors who don’t ski. It is a year-round destination with many winter activities like snowmobiling, sleigh rides, snowshoeing, shopping, dining, etc.
What’s an easy winter getaway from Boston?
Consider Portsmouth if you are looking for a nontraditional winter gateway. Monadnock region is also very close to Boston, with less than two hours ride.
What’s a lovely family-friendly winter getaway with kids in New Hampshire?
North Conway and Bretton Woods are great family-friendly spots.Â
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