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Story Land

Routes 16 Glen, NH 03838 Phone: 603-383-4186

The Children’s Theme Park Where Fantasy Lives!

From the first friendly greeting from a storybook character to the last lick of ice cream your child’s experience at Story Land will be one of wide-eyed wonder that will be remembered for a lifetime. Story Land's 21 rides, including a pumpkin coach, antique cars, and a pirate ship, are designed for parents and children to enjoy together. Our unique playgrounds feed childrens' imaginations, with the Loopy Lab, our yellow submarine, and many others. Story Land is in the beautiful White Mountains on 35 acres of hilly terrain. There are many family-oriented lodgings nearby.

New for 2011: Splash Battle Pharaoh’s Reign, slated to open Memorial Day Weekend - Take a cruise on our 300ft. long waterway and prepare to do battle in a water cannon splash-blast for the whole family!

 

Alpine Adventures Outdoor Recreation

41 Main Street Lincoln, NH 03251 Phone: 603-745-9911 Toll-Free: 888-745-9911

Unique and exciting outdoor adventures

Get 100% of your recommended daily adventure at Alpine Adventures Our original zip-line tour is a true treetop canopy adventure, zip from tree to tree through the forest on 6 separate ziplines, ropes bridges and a grand finale freefall. Sky Rider is our separate exciting canopy tour. In the winter we rent snowmobiles and proved guided, and un-guided, tours. Safari off-road tours take you where wildlife is seen in natural habitats. For families and thrill-seekers of all levels Alpine Adventure has the excitement. Book online or call for reservations.

Conway Scenic Railroad

38 Norcross Circle North Conway, NH 03860 Phone: 603-356-5251 Toll-Free: 800-232-5251

Enjoy old-fashioned train rides, all departing from the 1874 Victorian Station in the heart of North Conway Village. Coach, First Class and elegant Dining Car seating are available on all routes. Trains run rain or shine, and round-trip excursions are from 1 to 5½ hours. Whether you choose one of the Valley Train routes to Conway or Bartlett, or the legendary Crawford Notch excursion, this is a journey back in time that the whole family will enjoy!

Great Glen Trails

Route 16 at Pinkham Notch Gorham, NH 03581 Phone: 603-466-3988 Fax: 603-466-5225

Outdoor Fun That's Just Right for The Entire Family

At the Great Glen Trails in Pinkham Notch, New Hampshire, we offer adventures in all shapes and sizes - Your adventure is up to you. During the spring and summer you can set out on a hike, run, or bike ride on any of our scenic trails through New Hampshire's White Mountains. Or join us for a guided bird watching tour or a paddling trip on the Androscoggin River. In winter, the cross country skiing and snowshoeing is absolutely glorious. Our trail system of easy and rolling terrain allows skiers of all abilities to find the right level of activity, challenge, and fun. The trails are groomed with both double tracks and a skating lane and run through the forests at the base of Mt. Washington. And the SnowCoach makes everything accessible to all, with or without skis. It's the natural vacation plan for you and your family.

King Pine Ski Area @ Purity Spring Resort

Route 153 East Madison, NH 03849 Phone: 603-367-8896 Toll-Free: 800-FREE-SKI

Celebrating its 50th season in 2011/12

With a pristine private lake, full recreation program, family-friendly dining and lodging, and stunning natural surroundings, Purity Spring Resort is the ideal destination for affordable family vacations, weekend getaways, weddings and reunions. During the spring and fall seasons, Purity Spring offers unique theme weekends and packages for all ages. Our summer guests have full use of all resort amenities, including waterskiing, sailing, kayaking, hiking, fishing, boating and so much more. If you love lobster, you'll absolutely love our old-fashioned, seaweed-steamed lobster bakes every Thursday evening during the summer. From mountainside and slopeside lodges to lakeside condos and cottages, our family-style lodging options is sure to satisfy everyone. Year-round, Guests can relax at our Mill Fitness Center, where the entire family can enjoy our heated indoor pool and hot tub.

Loon Mountain

60 Loon Mountain Road Lincoln, NH 03251 Phone: 603-745-6281 Toll-Free: 800-229-LOON

A Day of Outdoor Fun for the Entire Family!

A whole day of family fun awaits you at Loon Mountain this summer! Ride NH’s longest scenic gondola skyride and enjoy extraordinary scenery while riding to 3,050-foot summit in the heart of the New Hampshire's White Mountains. Explore glacial caves and hunt for the Lost Loon Gold, hike the self-guided interpretive nature trail, and climb the observation tower. Visit with local artisans, as they produce unique crafts in this beautiful mountain setting and stop by the Summit Café.. At the mountain’s base: ride the zip line across the Pemigewasset River, hit the trail on horseback (pony rides also available) rent a mountain bike, take the Franconia Notch Bike Tour or the new Segway PT Tour, try your skill on the climbing wall, or jump yourself silly on the Bungee trampoline. Visit our website for a full calendar of events and festivals.

Lost River Gorge & Boulder Caves

1712 Lost River Road
Route 112W
North Woodstock, NH 03262 Phone: 603-745-8031

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During the age of the glaciers, forces of water, wind, and weather created Lost River, where granite walls erupt from the earth and a river dodges in and out of view. Today you can follow Lost River as it appears and disappears through the narrow steep-walled gorge, the tumbled granite crevasses, caverns and falls. Along the boardwalks and in the caverns you'll become a time traveler journeying back 25,000 years. Kids and families will experience genuine outdoor adventure and natural history as they wander along the narrow steep-walled gorge.

Mt. Washington Auto Road

Route 16, Pinkham Notch Gorham, NH 03581 Phone: 603-466-3988

"This car climbed Mt. Washington"

Make the summit of New England’s highest peak the highlight of your travels. Your trip on the Mount Washington Auto Road will create a lifelong memory. The mountain is renowned for its weather. But for visitors there are spectacular views, mountain ecology, short hikes, and legendary tales of the road and mountain. You may drive the mountain yourself or take one of our guided tours. And come winter our one-of-a-kind SnowCoach travels the road where you can view the majesty of the season on Mount Washington. Be sure to view our website for special events and impressive records of climbs by runners, bikers and cars.

Santa's Village

528 Presidential Highway Jefferson, NH 03583 Phone: 603-586-4445

A day at Santa's Village is one you won't soon forget

This year there are more reasons to stay and play with Santa because, bring your bathing suit, we have added an awesome new water feature Ho Ho H2O. For nearly 60 years families have enjoyed the festive atmosphere, the great rides, live shows and Santa and his Reindeer in this wonderfully themed Christmas Park. You can ride the Yule Log Flume or drive your old time car through Kringle’s Car Wash. Tickle the Humbugs at the Great Humbug Adventure or climb aboard the SS Peppermint Twist. Ride them all over and over again without long lines! There is so much to see and do, Who Wouldn’t Go!

Story Land

Routes 16 Glen, NH 03838 Phone: 603-383-4186

The Children’s Theme Park Where Fantasy Lives!

From the first friendly greeting from a storybook character to the last lick of ice cream your child’s experience at Story Land will be one of wide-eyed wonder that will be remembered for a lifetime. Story Land's 21 rides, including a pumpkin coach, antique cars, and a pirate ship, are designed for parents and children to enjoy together. Our unique playgrounds feed childrens' imaginations, with the Loopy Lab, our yellow submarine, and many others. Story Land is in the beautiful White Mountains on 35 acres of hilly terrain. There are many family-oriented lodgings nearby.

New for 2011: Splash Battle Pharaoh’s Reign, slated to open Memorial Day Weekend - Take a cruise on our 300ft. long waterway and prepare to do battle in a water cannon splash-blast for the whole family!