6 Reasons Why You'll Want to Visit a New Hampshire Ski Area this Winter
From the first chair on opening day to the last spring run on closing day, the winter season in New Hampshire is one that’s not-to-be-missed. Whether you’re planning a trip for the family, looking for challenging black diamond slopes, or for some après fun, New Hampshire offers it all. Here are our top 6 reasons to plan your trip to a New Hampshire ski area this winter.
1. 30+ Ski Areas, One Small (but mighty!) State
Big resorts, local hills, and miles of Nordic trails. New Hampshire has it all. With over 30 ski areas spread across the state, you’ll be able to find everything from first-timer trails to challenging glades. Explore Ski New Hampshire’s member ski areas on SkiNH.com.
2. Easy Access
You don’t have to travel far to enjoy all that New Hampshire has to offer. Most ski areas are within a few hours of Boston, MA, or Portland, ME, making it easy to squeeze in a day trip or weekend getaway. See for yourself by taking a look at Ski NH’s interactive map.
3. Family-Friendly Fun & Deals
Many ski areas offer learn-to-ski programs for all ages and tubing hills for the whole family to enjoy their trip. Plus, Ski NH’s 4th & 5th Grade Passport program makes it more affordable for young skiers to explore the state’s mountains.
4. Stunning Scenery
Need we say more?
Not interested in skiing or riding? There are plenty of ways to take in New Hampshire’s scenery, from scenic lift rides and snowshoeing, to sleigh rides and fat-biking.
5. Après-Ski Done Right
Whether you’re hitting the slopes first or just coming for the après fun, New Hampshire ski areas have great live music and food scenes to enjoy with family and friends at the end of the day. Check it all out on SkiNH.com/après-ski.
6. Endless Events
From weekly events to once-a-season pond skims, and everything in between, New Hampshire ski areas know how to put on an event. To make sure you don’t miss out on the fun, we recommend bookmarking the Ski NH Events Page and keeping an eye on it regularly.
Ready to make it happen? With ski areas opening across the state, there’s no better time to build your itinerary. Check the Ski NH Conditions page for the latest updates, and explore the Plan Your Trip page for lodging, dining, deals, and more.
