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White Mountain National Forest Overview

The White Mountain National Forest (better known as "the Whites") in northern New Hampshire and southwestern Maine is one of America's most popular public lands, registering more visitors annually than Yellowstone and Yosemite combined. It is not unusual for organized hiking groups of 20 or more—a big backcountry faux pas—to descend on the trail in peak season. As such, you should make every effort to avoid visiting on weekends in summer, both for the sake of the forest, which is easily damaged by overuse, and for your own sanity. Read More

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Hotels

from: $135

The Mount Washington Hotel

310 Mt Washington Hotel Rd
Bretton Woods, NH 03575 Map

Distance: 8.8 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 2 class stars

Expert Rated & Recommended
5.0
from: $89

Comfort Inn & Suites

Route 16 2001 White Mountain Hwy
North Conway, NH 03860 Map

Distance: 14.8 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 2 class stars

Expert Rated & Recommended
from: $99

North Conway Grand Hotel

Route 16 at Settlers Green
North Conway, NH 03860 Map

Distance: 15.6 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 2 class stars

Expert Rated & Recommended

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Attractions

Champney Falls Trail

expert favorite attraction
White Mountain National Forest, New Hampshire

Distance: 11.9 mi. (from destination center)

Description: This is a heavily used trail offering a moderate hike to several beautiful overlooks and views of... Read More
Expert Rated & Recommended
5_0
5_0

Franconia Notch State Park

expert favorite attraction
I-93/Route 3, Franconia Notch Parkway
Lincoln/Franconia, New Hampshire 03580

Distance: 17.5 mi. (from destination center)

Description: Located in the heart of White Mountain National Forest, New Hampshire's flagship state park covers... Read More
Expert Rated & Recommended
5_0
5_0

Gorge Brook Trail

expert favorite attraction
Dartmouth
Lincoln, New Hampshire

Distance: 23.7 mi. (from destination center)

Description: An easy path up Mount Moosilauke, the Gorge Brook Trail is popular with hikers and skiers alike.... Read More
Expert Rated & Recommended
5_0
5_0

Airports

Major Airports near White Mountain National Forest

Distance (mi.)
Boston Logan International Airport 123.8 map
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport 148.4 map
Albany International Airport 154.7 map

Other Smaller Airports near White Mountain National Forest

Distance (mi.)
Lebanon Hanover/Regional/White River Airport 58.0 map
Portland International Jetport Airport 63.5 map
Portsmouth Pease AFB Airport 78.2 map

Flight Deals to White Mountain National Forest

Originating From
Baltimore (BWI) to Boston (BOS) $106
Columbus, OH (CMH) to Boston (BOS) $146
Milwaukee (MKE) to Boston (BOS) $154
Miami (MIA) to Boston (BOS) $154
Pittsburgh (PIT) to Boston (BOS) $156

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