White Mountains New Hampshire

If you've never been skiing in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, you're truly missing something. As the following article points out, New Hampshire has some of the most challenging skiing in the eastern U.S.

Author: Aldene Fredenburg

Whether you're a downhill skier, a snowboarder, or a fan of
cross-country skiing, the White Mountains region of New
Hampshire is a mecca for winter vacationers. The ski trails in
New Hampshire offer some of the most challenging skiing east of
the Rockies, while the small town atmosphere of much of this
region offers a low-key, congenial ambiance after hours.

From Cannon Mountain in Franconia Notch, appealing to expert
skiers and novices alike with its 55 groomed trails and its
intensive snowmaking, to easily accessible Loon Mountain in
Lincoln, geared toward intermediate skiers but accommodating
experts and beginners as well with its 50 trails, to any number
of other great ski resorts, the snow is superb, the skiing
fantastic, and the après ski facilities warm and inviting.

The many hotels and motels in the White Mountains do their
utmost to provide tender loving care to their guests, offering
luxuries such as spacious and comfortable rooms, many with
whirlpool baths; super-heated pools; saunas; exercise rooms; and
excellent dining facilities to create the perfect finale to a
day on the slopes.

One such place, Indian Head Resort in Lincoln, offers a great family atmosphere and accommodations for both small and large groups. Discount rates on the most popular ski trails are available at Indian Head; the resort offers a Multi-Mountain Ski Passport especially for its many international skiers. The passport provides unlimited access to up to nine Ski New Hampshire resorts, all within an hour's drive to each other, and with free shuttle service to all the participating ski areas.

Lessons are available at many resorts, for skiers ranging from
beginners to expert. Waterville Valley in particular has an
interesting program. Lessons are available seven days a week
throughout the season, and include adaptive ski lessons, lessons
which teach physically and mentally disabled children and adults
to ski. For a family with both able-bodied and disabled members,
the adaptive program provides a valuable opportunity for the
whole family to share an exciting and valuable vacation
experience.

New Hampshire Welcomes Snowmobilers

Over 7000 miles of snowmobile trails exist in New Hampshire -
much of them in the White Mountains - and the clubby nature of
snowmobilers makes for a great group experience. The resort
areas in the region recognize that, and cater to snowmobile
enthusiasts with the same care they do skiers. Group rates,
special group programs, even accommodations for special club
events are available all winter.

Many of the resorts are recognized as snowmobile-friendly by the New Hampshire Snowmobile Association. The organization offers safety classes, listings of tours and snowmobile vacations, and a database which compiles up-to-date conditions on New Hampshire snowmobile trails.

The White Mountains region of New Hampshire offers a wealth of
winter vacation experiences for everyone - skier or snowboarder,
snowboarder or snowmobiler, able-bodied or disabled, for
families and for associations of good friends. What a great way
to stave off cabin fever!

About the author:
Aldene Fredenburg is a freelance writer living in southwestern
New Hampshire and frequently contributes to Tips and Topics.

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