Ahh, spring in the mountains ... fresh air, that warm sun on your face, the smell of burgers on outdoor BBQ's, soft snow that makes it easy to ski just about anything, and wicked entertaining events - like cardboard box derbies, pond skimming contests, and on-snow golf and wiffleball tournaments!
It's a special time of year on the slopes, and this year, thanks to historic snowfall, it's even better. Most ski areas are offering skiing & riding on 100% of their slopes, without a bare spot to be seen. Wall-to-wall snow is a treat we don't get that often in New England in April!
Come on up one more time ... you never know when we'll get a winter (oops, I mean spring ...) this good again!
SKI AREAS
Click "Downhill Ski Resorts" or "XC Ski Resorts" (top, left under the Ski NH logo) for all the details on your choice of 38 Ski NH alpine and cross country areas, including stats, lift ticket rates, and guest services like rentals, lessons and child care.
For snow reports, click here. For outrageous spring events, click here.
Ski areas roll out the deals to keep you coming back for more! You'll find them all, as they're announced, right here.
SPRING SKI & STAY SPECIALS
Following are some special spring packages and deals contributed by Ski NH member lodging properties & retailers for this spring getaway guide.
For information on other Ski NH lodging properties around the state, click here.
NEW THIS YEAR! You can book your reservation right here at SkiNH.com; click the "Book NH Vacation" box to the left.
WESTERN WHITE MOUNTAINS
Above the Notch Motor Inn (Bretton Woods) - For more info: www.abovethenotch.com
Spring Ski & Stay - $55 for any room, Sunday-Thursday night, with discount lift tickets. Each room has a microwave, refrigerator and coffee maker. The motor inn is located just 1/2 mile from the entrance to Bretton Woods. Call 1-603-846-5156 or visit online.
Franconia Notch Vacations (Franconia) - For more info: www.franconiarentals.com
Spring Special #1 - Choose any available professionally managed fully equipped vacation rental property for your spring getaway and receive two FREE full day ski passes to Loon Mtn. Offer valid until ski season's end. Great spring skiing awaits! Discount ski passes to ALL surrounding ski areas also available. Go online or call for the most up-to-date information and be sure to use the reference "SS1" or "Spring Special #1" when making reservations to receive your two free ski passes. Franconia Notch Vacations understands vacations are precious and your comfort is key. Call 1-800-247-5536 or visit online.
Spring Special #2 - Choose any participating available professionally managed fully equipped vacation rental property for your 3 or 4 night White Mountains getaway and receive the 4th or 5th night FREE. Offer valid for reservations occuring between March 1 and April 20. Discount ski passes to Loon & Bretton Woods available. Go online or call for the most up-to-date information and be sure to use the reference "SS2" or "Spring Special #2" when making reservations to receive your free night and discount ski passes. Franconia Notch Vacations understands vacations are precious and your comfort is key. Call 1-800-247-5536 or visit online.
Carlson's Lodge (Twin Mountain) - For more info: www.carlsonslodge.com
Ski & Stay - Enjoy country comfort with our weekend ski & stay package, featuring two nights' lodging and one day skiing at Bretton Woods or Cannon for just $216 for one double bed or $240 for two doubles or one queen bed. Stay midweek for just $199 (one double) or $223 (two doubles or one queen). Rates are based on double occupancy and are subject to 8% state tax. Call 1-800-348-5502 or visit online.
InnSeason Resorts (Lincoln) - For more info: www.InnSeasonResorts.com
Super Spring Skiing - Stay two nights at InnSeason Resorts South Mountain or InnSeason Resorts Pollard Brook with two lift tickets to Loon (open until April 21), starting as low as $126 per person, double occupancy. For more information & reservations, visit www.innseason.com or call 1-866-873-2766.
The Highland Lodge (Bretton Woods) - For more info: www.outdoors.org/lodging
Take advantage of the snow and our all-inclusive ski & stay package at the Highland Lodge this spring! Package includes a one-day Bretton Woods downhill ski pass, lodging, dinner, a buffet breakfast, plus free winter skills clinics and access to the LL Bean Gear Room. Enjoy the spectacular scenery in the heart of the White Mountains! Pricing starts at $86-$127 per person per night.
Book now at 603-466-2727 or visit online.
EASTERN WHITE MOUNTAINS
Royalty Inn (Gorham) - For more info: www.royaltyinn.com
The No-Brainer Package - Buy a full price lift ticket to Wildcat Mountain from us and get your lodging for FREE! ANYTIME! Each guest in room must purchase a ticket. Call 1-800-437-3529 or visit online.
Huck & Tuck Special - After hucking yourself down Tuckerman Ravine all day, come back and huck yourself into our heated indoor pool, jacuzzi and sauna. After that, tuck yourself into bed in one of our clean, comfortable rooms. Restaurant & bar right next door. One bed $55 plus tax; two beds $65 plus tax. Package available from April 1-June 6. Call 1-800-437-3529 or visit online.
Bartlett Inn (Bartlett) - For more info: www.bartlettinn.com
Downhill Midweek Ski Deal - Package includes one night accommodations for 2 adults in a regular cottage with private bath, cable tv, and glass-faced gas wood stove; big country breakfast; afternoon cocoa/tea and cookies; and two lift tickets for use at your choice Wildcat Mountain or Bretton Woods..Stay multiple days and try both mountains ... spring skiing has never been better! Package priced from $85 per person per night double occupancy. Call 1-800-292-2353 or visit online.
Spring Doggie Ski/Snowshoe Escape - Come stay with your dog and receive two FREE trail passes to enjoy the great outdoors together. We will provide you with a doggie welcome pack and pet-friendly trail advice. Package includes a hearty country breakfast daily, and two free trail passes to the pet-friendly Bear Notch Ski & Snowshoe Center just an eighth of a mile down the road - also accessible out our back door! Package priced from $49.50 per person per night double occupancy. Pets are just $15 per stay and do not need a trail pass! Subject to availability. Ask about fireplace cottages, spa tubs and kitchenettes too! Call 1-800-292-2353 or visit online.
Town & Country Motor Inn (Shelburne) - For more info: www.townandcountryinn.com
Half price weekends - Package valid Friday April 18-Saturday April 19 and Friday May 2-Saturday May 3. Stay both nights for as low as $41 per night, double occupancy. Call 1-800-325-4386 or visit online.
Winter Getaway Packages - Located minutes from Wildcat Mountain. Stay midweek (Sunday-Thursday) for as low as $119 (one night, double occupancy) and weekends (Friday-Saturday) for as low as $155 (one night, double occupancy). Package includes lodging, dinner, breakfast, use of recreational facilities, and all taxes and gratuities; appetizers, desserts and alcoholic beverages are not included. Live entertainment every weekend! Package prices valid through May 15. Call 1-800-325-4386 or visit online.
Joe Dodge Lodge (Gorham) - For more info: www.outdoors.org/lodging
Enjoy the snow and take advantage of our all-inclusive ski & stay package this spring! Package includes a one-day ski pass at Wildcat Mountain, comfortable accommodations, dinner, a buffet breakfast, free winter skills clinics, guided snowshoe & xc ski tours. Enjoy a traditional lodge in a beautiful location at the base of Mount Washington. Pricing starts at $79 per person per night.
Book now at 603-466-2727 or visit online.
DARTMOUTH/LAKE SUNAPEE
Lakeview Motor Lodge (Mt. Sunapee) - For more info: wwwsunapeelakeview.com
Spring Special - $59 plus tax for 1 or 2 people, $79 plus tax for 3 or 4 people. Say you saw it on Ski NH! Call 1-800-882-8807 or visit online.
Best Western Sunapee Lake Lodge (Mt. Sunapee) - For more info: www.sunapeelakelodge.com
Midweek Ski & Stay - Package includes Sunday through Thursday night lodging & Monday through Friday skiing and a hot breakfast buffet. Rates start at $169 per night for a standard room (single king bed or two queen beds) with two lift tickets, plus 8% meals and rentals tax. Call 1-800-606-5253 or visit online.
Weekend Ski & Stay - Package includes Friday and/or Saturday night lodging & Saturday and/or Sunday skiing and a hot breakfast buffet. Rates start at $199 per night for a standard room (single king bed or two queen beds) with two lift tickets, plus 8% meals and rentals tax. No minimum length of stay required. Call 1-800-606-5253 or visit online.
LAKES REGION
Tanger Outlet Center (Tilton) - For more info: www.tangeroutlet.com/tilton
Ski, Shop & Save - Simply show your 2007/08 day or season ski pass at the Tanger Customer Service Center to receive a free Tanger Savings Booklet worth hundreds of dollars in extra savings. Offer valid through April 15; limit one free coupon book per person per ski pass per day.
