Area Attractions & Things to do
Valley Events:
September 11-12: Carroll County Kennel Club All Breed Dog Show and Obedience Trial:
September 10, 11, 12: World Championships of Mud Football
September 18: The Red Parka Pub World Championship Tricycle Grand Prix
September 25: Black Mountain Foliage Music & Arts Festival
September 28: Country Farm Dinners
October 1, 2, 8, 9, 10, 22, 23, 28, 29, 30: Cranmore Ghoullog Mountain Top Haunt
October 2: Fall Festival & Scarecrow Contest at Settlers' Green Outlet Village
October 3 - 10: Fryeburg Fair
October 9-10: 10th Annual Oktoberfest Celebration at Attitash
October 30: Ghost & Goblin Trail
Fun things to do:
*65 miles from Portland, Maine
*120 miles from Boston
*300 miles from New York City
Come for scenery!
Quiet snow falls into blankets of white, spring-time buds to blossoms, or autumn's breathtaking spectrum of auburn's, reds, and gold's... The valley is the perfect place to take in the majesty of the seasons.
- Hop on the scenic White Mountain Highway from your doorstep to explore the area and its many overlooks!
- Visit the 780,000 acre White Mountain National Forest, including beautiful Mount Washington!
- Ride the Conway Scenic Railroad through the countryside in a restored, steam-locomotive!
- Reflect at any of the many covered bridges, making sure to visit the famous Jackson "honeymoon" bridge!
Come for sport!
Year-round fun comes easy in the valley with so many natural amenities.
- With over 150 holes in the area, the Mount Washington valley is a golfer's dream!
- Hike or mountain bike the trails throughout White Mountain National Forest or Echo Lake Cathedral Ledge State Park.
- Hike the many trails to the top of Mt. Washington, the highest peak in New England at 6,288' above sea level or take the Cog Railway for a spectacular trip to the top!
- Canoe the Saco River or go horseback riding through miles of area trails.
- Ski new runs each day at nearby Wildcat, Black, Cranmore, and Bretton Woods resorts!
Come to shop!
With local artisans and name brands the valley is the most dense TAX-FREE shopping area between Boston and Montreal!
- "Save 30-60% every day at over 60 nationally known factory stores. Shop our national brand outlet stores and specialty shops for fashions, accessories, jewelry, home furnishings, intimate apparel, shoes, children's fashions and more. More than just an outlet center, Settlers' Green Outlet Village offers a beautiful courtyard setting, children's playground, seasonal events, entertainment and fun family dining choices."
- Visit North Conway Village for antiques, hand-made crafts, and to stock up on specialty goods such as famous New Hampshire maple syrup!
Whatever adventure your vacation holds, be sure to stop by our office for driving directions, tips, and spirited opinion!
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