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Census-designated place in New Hampshire, United States
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North Conway is a city in the White Mountains region of New Hampshire.
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Enjoy the natural scenery of NH while enjoying a meal. Absorb the local history and check out North Conway station, in operation for more than 130 years.
Offering activities for children and the whole family. Playgroups and birthday parties are among the museum's scheduled activities.
The Observatory offers overnight educational trips, a pleasant view of the surrounding mountains, and guided snow tractor day trips in the Valley and up to the summit of Mt. Washington.
Old style wooden bridges and New Hampshire's scenic Kancamagus Highway of the White Mountains.
Panoramic views of the Mount Washington Valley are accessed by car atop the 1000-foot tall (300 m) rock ledge. A very steep, easily driven road (Cathedral Ledge Road) leads tourists up the mountain in a matter of minutes where they are able to park and hike a 100 foot trail to the fenced viewing area. Easy access and limited area make this location slightly crowded at times. This area also attracts many experienced and novice climbers who ascend the rock face throughout the summer and winter months.
In the wintertime, Attitash offers 74 trails and Terrain Park for skiers and snowboarders. The Nor'easter Mountain Coaster brings you 1420 ft up the side of the mountain; at the top you descend 2880 ft downward at a speed up to 25 mi per hour. A single ride on this coaster is $12 without a ski ticket, or $10 with a ski ticket. First time ride is free. Requirements to ride the coaster include: children over 3 years of age, and riders must be 9 years or older to ride alone. During the summer, Attitash offers its Alpine Slide, Water Park and Scenic View ride.
Cranmore Mountain is a great beginner mountain, for those with small children learning how to ski or snowboard. It is a very family oriented resort, with a warm, cozy lodge. This mountain is also equipped for night skiing, with well lit trails for skiing or snowboarding during the night. You can rent skiing/snowboarding equipment from the resort, and take group lessons or individual lessons for beginners. There is also a tubing park located on the resort open until 9PM every day except Sunday, where it is open until 4PM. For a 2-hour tubing ticket, it is $23 for every age.
Canoeing, kayaking or rafting.
Bike rentals.
Bike rentals.
Provides guided photo tours, moose tours, hiking backpacking, canoeing, kayaking, mountain biking, snow shoeing and cross country skiing.
Dog sledding for families or couples that includes adventure and scenery (19min from North Conway).
Provides skiing, snowboarding, sleigh rides, dog sledding and snowshoeing.
Rock and Ice Climbing, year round.
In addition to public ice skating, the Ham Arena offers ice hockey programs and figure skating practice ice for children and adults. The Ham Arena also features a pro shop stocked with hockey equipment, an on-site pizza and snack shop, and a video games area.
Provides snowmobiling with guided tours, canoeing and kayaking.
The Highland Center is a starting point for day hikes, paddling, snowshoe treks, skiing, and longer backcountry trips in the White Mountains.
Mountain slides and water slides.
Family fun with miniature golf, food and an arcade. Banana Village encourages birthday parties and summer camp group outings to their location as well.
The series of waterfalls is very popular amongst tourists during the summer. Many come here to cool off in the frigid mountain water of Lucy Brook. A mild 0.6-mile hike from the parking area is required to access the falls.
Good location for family swimming and picnics. A trail around the lake provides close-up views of Cathedral Ledge and White Horse Ledge. Pets are not permitted.
Various events held around Mt. Washington Valley. Week long event typically held mid-February through early March.
Held annually in February to benefit the American Cancer Society
Various events held around Mt. Washington Valley. Week long event typically held mid-February through early March.
Chefs of the American Culinary Federation provide culinary and beverage demonstrations throughout the weekend.
Held in mid-June, annual hillclimb up the Mt. Washington Auto Road.
Indoor and outdoor concert series held June–August.
Includes fireworks around 9PM.
Four-day event celebrating the music of Johann Sebastian Bach.
Back to school specials at more than 60 stores.
Held in late September through early October, free events for the whole family.
A week long historical event only 20 minutes from North Conway held in the first week of October.
Held in late September through early October, free events for the whole family.
This special event takes adult and children passengers on the Polar Express to the "North Pole" departing from the center of North Conway.
18 holes. Par 36.
18-hole par 71 course rated as one of the top ten golf courses in New Hampshire.
Delaney's is a family oriented tavern with a variety of options on the menu serving lunch and dinner. Located in the heart of the White Mountain region in New Hampshire, there is always a crowd made up of skiers and snowboarders from all over in the winter. On occasion, there is entertainment at the restaurant, such as singers/bands. There are always TVs with sporting events on to watch as well. Their motto is "Big Time Portions – Big Time Drinks – Big Time Fun for the Whole Family."
Horsefeathers is a great place for a sit-down meal. They are known for having excellent seafood. They do have a small menu, but every item is great.
Moat Mountain and Brewery is an excellent place for both children and adults. They have a vast menu that varies in price from $10-15. They are known for having some of the best ribs and burgers in the area. They offer five different types of their flagship beers and have over ten different types of seasonal beer.
Excellent for breakfast.
Excellent for breakfast.
Lunch Specials daily 11:30-3PM.
Kitchen open until 10PM on weekends. Bar serves later.
At the Scenic Vista. Gourmet, innovative but casual.
Offers three room types: family rooms, rooms, and jacuzzi rooms.
The Isaac Merrill House has only 15 rooms, with four different room styles to choose from, this hotel is about atmosphere and history.
formerly Victorian Harvest Inn
A year-round bed and breakfast located on a quiet wooded lane just off the main route. Eight rooms with private baths and air conditioning, garden and pool. $80 to $200 per night. Great views of the Moat Mountain range. The breakfasts are outstanding!
Features family suites with double queen beds, high-speed Internet access and breakfast.
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Unique handmade furniture.
The Five and Dime appears very low key, but is a very interesting store to visit. This general store differs from Zeb's in nearly every way, having old fashioned toys, utensils, and novelties that have lasted through the ages.
Largest selection of quality cutlery and sporting knives. Gourmet kitchen store with the best names in small kitchen appliances, cookware and kitchen gadgets.
Zeb's General Store is like the candy store everyone imagines when they were a kid. It has many different types of candy, honey sticks, and homemade fudge. Not only does Zeb's sell candy, but there are a variety of gift baskets, New England specialty foods, crackers, maple syrup, desserts, dips, and many, many more, all priced reasonably. It is a great place to go to make the children happy, and perhaps pick up a self-made gift basket for someone or try a different type of recipe. Zeb's is one of those stores that has a little bit of everything!
Browse the arts and crafts of New Hampshire designers or take a pottery class.
Stores include: Banana Republic, Eddie Bauer, J Crew, Nike, Old Navy, Pacific Sunwear, Children's Place, Gap, Van Heusen, Wilson's Leather, Coach, Aeropostale, Adidas, Bass, Brookstone, Carter's, Champion, Harry and David, Journeys, Reebok, Talbots. This shopping outlet has parking to access any store. During the winter season, it is busier with more people because of the tourist attractions and skiing/snowboarding resorts surrounding this area.
If you fly into Laconia Airport (LCI), 50 minutes south of North Conway, rental cars are available at the airport and in nearby Gilford.
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