2024-25 Season Recap

North Conway, NH – The 2024-25 winter season in New Hampshire proved to be one of steady growth and resilience, despite a slow start with warmer temperatures and drought-like conditions that made early-season snowmaking a challenge for some, according to Ski New Hampshire President Jessyca Keeler who provided a season recap during Ski NH’s Annual Meeting held in early June at Cranmore Mountain Resort. “Though it was relatively warm and dry at first, the weather turned around and became more like a true winter, complete with cold temps and snow,” said Keeler, who continued that “the shift back to a more seasonal climate helped increase our skier visit numbers,” starting just before the holidays and continuing into to the first couple weeks of March.

Total visits across alpine, cross-country, and tubing were estimated at 2,424,587—marking a 3% increase over last year and a 6% rise compared to the 10-year average. Alpine ski areas welcomed a decent number of visitors, with estimated visits reaching 2,221,206—up 3% year-over-year and 7% above the decade-long trend. Cross-country areas, despite facing weather-related challenges, gained ground over the previous season, with an estimated 99,498 visits—14% higher than last year but 12% below the 10-year average. Tubing maintained similar growth patterns, totaling 103,883 visits—a 3% year-over-year increase, but coming in at 4% below the 10-year average.

“These numbers highlight the continued enthusiasm for winter recreation in New Hampshire and the industry's ability to adapt to changing weather conditions, making the 2024-25 season a positive one overall,” said Keeler.

New Hampshire ski areas are gearing up for another strong winter season, with resorts making significant investments and capital improvements over the summer. Guests can look forward to spruced-up lodges; new trails and features such as the new black diamond glade coming to Bretton Woods; new quads coming to Pats Peak and Bretton Woods; a new T-Bar to service Waterville Valley Resort’s competition center; major snowmaking upgrades such as those planned for North Peak at Loon Mountain, and more.

In the meantime, many resorts have resumed summer operations, offering a variety of activities such as scenic lift rides, ziplines, mountain coasters, golf, disc golf, mini-golf, mountain biking, kayaking, and adventure parks. Visit SkiNH.com for hours and information.

Ski New Hampshire is the statewide association representing 30+ alpine and cross-country resorts in New Hampshire. For more information on ski areas, trail conditions, vacation planning, and updated events at Ski New Hampshire resorts, visit SkiNH.com. For statewide travel info, go to VisitNH.gov.

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