White Mountains has lots of advenures for kids on vacation

Clark’s Trading Post

U.S. Route 3 Lincoln, NH 03251 Phone: 603-745-8913

This traditional family attraction offers excursions on the White Mount Central Railroad across the Pemigewasset River; a trained bear show; water bumper boats; Merlin’s Mystical Mansion; a climbing tower; and the Seyranyan Family Circus. Open weekends Memorial Day through October. Check for seasonal changes in hours and programs.

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.

Hobo Railroad

Main Street Lincoln, NH 03251 Phone: Phone: 603-745-2135

Fifteen-mile, 80-minute train excursion through a beautiful, woody countryside along the Pemigewasset River in restored vintage coaches. Outdoor activities include hobo picnic lunches and ice cream for the kids. Daily departures from late June to mid-October. Check for seasonal changes in hours.

Lost River Gorge & Boulder Caves

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

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.

Mount Washington Auto Road

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

Guided tours are offered in the Auto Road van to the 6,288-foot summit of Mount Washington, the highest peak in the Northeast. Families also are welcome to drive their own vehicles and receive an audio tour on CD or cassette. Features and activities at the top for kids and adults are a restaurant, gift shops, indoor climbing wall, and museum.

Mount Washington Cog Railway

Off Route 302 Bretton Woods, NH 03589 Phone: 603-278-5404 Toll-Free: 800-922-8825 Fax: 603-278-5830

When you ride on the world's first mountain-climbing Cog Railway train, you're in for a treat. Your train will carry you above the clouds to the top of the highest peak in the Northeast, where all of New England spreads out before you.
You'll marvel at the spectacular views from your coach window as your train climbs the steepest railroad tracks in North America. It's an exciting and unforgettable experience for the whole family. Three-hour round trip with onboard audio tour. Includes free admission to the Observatory Museum at the summit. Base Station with museum, restaurant and gift shop.

Santa's Village

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

It’s Christmas Today!

Christmas-themed rides, musical shows, dance, entertainment, food, and gifts. Some of the shows are Jingle All the Way, with singing, dancing, and charades; Jingle Jamboree, a computer animated production; a Holiday Baloo, with singing elves. Rides include a carousel, bumper cars, a Ferris wheel, and a Yule Log flume. Open weekends Memorial Day to mid-June; daily through early September; some weekends through Christmas.

Six Gun City & Fort Splash

Jefferson, NH 03583 Phone: Phone: 603-586-4592

This Western village and water park offers indoor and outdoor fun for kids. Activities include the Gold Rush Express runaway train family coaster, go-cart riding at the Tumbleweed Speedway and laser tag at Desperadoes’ Ambush. Display of wagons and sleighs, mini-horse show, rides, waterslides, and wading pool. Gift shops and snack bar.

The Flume Gorge

Route 3 Franconia Notch, NH 03580 Phone: 603-745-8391

Adventurous walk through a natural chasm, over covered bridges and past waterfalls and a scenic pool. A 15-minute movie at the Visitor Center provides an introduction to Franconia Notch State Park and the Flume Gorge. Kids are invited to explore the Wolf's Den. Open mid-May to late October. Check for seasonal changes in hours.

Whale's Tale Water Park

Route 3 Lincoln, NH 03251 Phone: Phone: 603-745-8810

Full-size water park offers entertainment and activities for kids and parents. Eye of the Storm thrill ride, huge warm water pool, underwater seating, giant hot tubs, save pool, lazy rives, and 11 waterslides. Live entertainment also is offered.

Wildcat Mountain Gondola

Route 16 Pinkham Notch, NH 03846 Phone: Phone: 888-SKI WILD

Four-passenger gondola skyride, the Wildcat Express, whisks visitors to the 4,062-foot summit in just 12 minutes. Views of Tuckerman Ravine and the stunning Presidential Range. Activities at the top for kids and parents include fishing in a stocked trout pond, a one-mile walk to Thompson Brook Falls, picnicking, and special events.