White Mountains region is home away from home for paddlers

Bedell Bridge Historic Site

Routes 10 and 25 Haverhill, NH Phone: 603-547-3373

On this plain was the second longest, 2 span covered bridge in the United States. Built in 1866, the bridge was destroyed by wind in 1979. Visitors to the area will enjoy the history, plus fishing and canoeing.

Danforth Bay Camping & RV Resort

196 Shawtown Road Freedom, NH 03836 Phone: 603-539-2069 Fax: 603-539-5681

Classic New England lakeside charm

Located between the Lakes Region and White Mountains of New Hampshire, family-friendly Danforth Bay offers over 300 tent, RV and extended-stay campsites, many nestled along the shores of Danforth Bay of Ossipee Lake.
Spread on over 180 forested acres, the resort features rolling hills, expansive beaches, secluded knolls and meandering brooks and is now open year round. Pet-friendly Danforth Bay offers clean, modern facilities, two heated swimming pools, a kiddie pool, two sandy beaches, numerous court games, an extensive recreation program, free WiFi, plus unique theme weekends. The resort is truly big-rig friendly with wide roads, 24 pull-through sites, 20/30/50 amp service and new deluxe, duel-septic sites with level, 45’x12’ concrete pads.
Danforth also offers guests the opportunity to stay in one of ten camping cabins -- three rustic cabins which sit on the shore of Danforth Bay and seven deluxe four-season cabins conveniently located near the pools and facilities.

Franconia Notch State Park

Route 93 Franconia, NH 03580 Phone: 603-823-8800

Perhaps the most interesting of New Hampshire's state parks, Franconia Notch offers some incredible natural experiences. Visitors can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, mountain climbing up Cannon Mountain and Mount Liberty, fishing, canoeing, boating, and picnicking. Winter activities offered include cross-country ski trails, alpine skiing and snowmobile trails. Trails include a portion of the Appalachian Trail, and lead to spectacular sites. Historic site of The Old Man of the Mountain, a natural phenomenon created by a series of granite ledges jutting from a cliff face 1,200 feet in the air, which collapsed in 2003. The Flume is a 800 foot gorge with high granite walls, which support a variety of mountain flora in the warmer months. The Basin is a glacial pothole over 20 feet wide, formed at the base of a waterfall by the onslaught of the rushing water. Sightseers will enjoy a ride on the park's Aerial Tramway to the top of Cannon Mountain, where the view is spectacular. A public campground is also available.

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.

Purity Spring Resort

1251 Eaton Road (Route 153) East Madison, NH 03849 Phone: 603-367-8896 Toll-Free: 800-FREE-SKI

Celebrating 100 years of lodging and recreation!

Family-owned Purity Spring Resort has long catered to families, groups and guests looking for traditional country lodging in a setting of forests, lakes and mountains. The resort property surrounds pristine Purity Lake, which offers unblemished shorelines, sandy beaches, bogs and heaths, and is adjacent to a NH Audubon Wildlife Sanctuary. The resort’s unique lakeside setting has made it a popular site for family reunions and group gatherings, in addition to many lakeside wedding options and mountain-top ceremonies and receptions overlooking the pristine shoreline of Purity Lake below.

Purity Spring offers numerous lodging options around Purity Lake, home-style meals, and an indoor pool and fitness center. Guests can enjoy kayaking, canoeing, water skiing, miles of scenic hiking and mountain biking trails, and an extensive summer recreational program for kids and families alike.

During the winter season, Purity Spring owns and operates King Pine Ski Area, offering alpine and nordic skiing, snowboarding, snow tubing, snowshoeing around Purity Lake, ice skating and horse-drawn sleigh rides.