Mount Washington Auto Road
1 Mount Washington Auto Road, Gorham, NH
603-466-3988
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Located just 25 minutes north of North Conway, NH on scenic NH Route 16, the Mt. Washington Auto Road's unique location in Pinkham Notch provides spectacular views into the Great Gulf Wilderness and the Presidential Mountain Range as you drive yourself or take a guided tour to the summit of Mt Washington.
Your vehicle should be in good mechanical condition with good brakes and able to be put into 1st gear. There are vehicle weight limits and no dual wheeled vehicles are allowed. Check website for specs.
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Not for the faint of heart. The road is at times very narrow with steep drop offs, but it's all worth it if you get a clear day. The views are sensational.
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Bring a jacket! It is much colder than the bottom and very windy. "The highest wind ever observed by man was recorded here"
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There is an Extreme Mt. Washington Exhibit at the top.
Admission is included in the cost of your Auto Road ticket. Your sticker is your admission pass.
If you get to the top and experience foggy conditions, this exhibit has panoramic screens to show you what the view would have been if it had been clear.
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PRO TIP: Check the weather before you go. Choose a day that will be sunny/no clouds. Even if sun is forecasted, it's best to plan to be at the mountain as soon as it opens. The top often becomes obscured by clouds later in the day.
Jackson, NH
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As you exit of the Mount Washington Auto Road, turn Right onto NH-16 S. About 5 min (3.7 miles), Glen Ellis Falls parking area will be on your right. There is a small recreational fee charged to park (aprox. $3.00) make sure you bring cash.
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The trail starts by going under the highway and leads visitors down a series of granite steps to the 64-foot tall falls. (In total, the path is about 600 feet long / 0.4 miles) Here, visitors will see the Ellis River beautifully cascade down the cliffside forming Glen Ellis Falls. There are a lot of steps here and will really get your blood pumping on the way back up. ​
White Mountain Cider Company
207 US 302, Bartlett, NH
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About 30 minutes from Mount Washington, 15 Minutes from Glen Ellis Falls. Check your gas tank. You might want to fill up before lunch. You won't see many stations for a while.
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Sophisticated New American dining in a restored 1890's farmhouse with a rustic yet modern appeal. Country Store, Cider Mill, Hot Cider Doughnuts. Dine-in or Take-out. Lots of great reviews.
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The Market (red barn) is open for lunch. Wed - Sun 8am-5pm. Sandwiches, Paninis, Wraps, Handpies, Salads, Sides and Desserts. Indoor or Outdoor seating.
Bear Notch Road
Turn left out of the parking lot and head west on (NH-302). In about 5 miles, turn left onto Bear Notch Road.
A road less traveled, connecting the Kancamagus Highway (NH-112) and the White Mountain Trail (NH-302), Bear Notch Road climbs through the White Mountains. More than a century ago, the Bartlett and Albany Railroad brought supplies to a logging camp and departed with goods from the sawmill in Bartlett. The railroad is long gone, but the road passes through the unspoiled forest that reclaimed the land. There are many spectacular views. This road is closed during the winter.
The Kank
Go about 8 miles until Bear Notch Road dead ends and turn right onto The Kancamagus Scenic Byway (NH-112) affectionately known as The Kank. One of the most scenic roads in America.
Sabbaday FAlls
Parking area GPS coordinates are: N43° 59.838 | W071° 23.568
A brief, relatively easy hike (.7 mile hike) to my favorite waterfall. You'll be glad you stopped.
(My favorite waterfall. Never gets old)
The Kank - Iconic Hairpin Turn
Turn left out of Sabbaday Falls parking lot and continue on The Kancamagus Scenic Byway (NH-112).
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Experience the iconic Hair Pin turn of the Kancamagus.
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Lots of people are concerned about the turn when they’re planning their Kancamagus Highway trip. The fact is that the turn, while yes it is a significant hairpin turn, is safe when traveled at or below the posted speed limit. Do not take this turn too fast! Many people have been caught off guard as to just how sharp this turn really is. But, if you are going the proper speed and you see the warning sign prior so you expect it, you will have no issues navigating around the hairpin turn.
The Kancamagus is a place where there is a lot of head turning views, so instead of attempting to take in the views while you’re driving, take the time to pull off the road for viewing and photos. Paying attention to the road is extremely important and can make the difference in your experience, as well as your safety when navigating the hairpin turn.
Indian Leap - Aggassiz Basin
North Woodstock, New Hampshire
Directions to Agassiz Basin: East of the Rt. 112 / Rt. 118 Junction, roadside. About 1.7 miles from the intersection of Rte 3 and Rte 112. (Place where Govoni’s Italian restaurant use to be)
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Agassiz Basin (aka Indian Leap) is located in North Woodstock NH. The total height of Agassiz Basin is 8-10′.
Two small falls can be found here. Although the waterfalls are by no means large or of striking beauty, the area around the falls is of historical and geological interest. The waters of the curved gorge created a gap about six feet wide that is known as Indian Leap. There are legends that Native Americans used to jump across the gap as a test of courage. Also of particular interest are the deep, circular potholes and the deep, mostly dark pools in the river.
The best view of the lower falls is obtained by scrambling down to the river. The upper falls can be viewed by scrambling on some of the rock ledges just below a white building, but be careful as the terrain here is slippery and offers minimal grip.
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Warren, NH - Redstone Missile
Continue on the Kank (112) through Lincoln. Left on 118. Take 118 until it dead ends into 25. Turn left onto 25 which will take you into Warren, NH. Check out the actual Redstone Missile. (on your right) Then continue on 25 until you get to Wentworth, turn right on Atwell Hill Road.
Mt Washington Observatory
For information about the observatory located at the top of Mount Washington
and for current weather conditions, check their website (link below)