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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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.
Glen Ellis Falls
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.
Bartlett Covered Bridge
Quick stop or Drive by the Bartlett Covered Bridge
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The bridge was abandoned and closed to traffic in 1939. It was later rebuilt for $20,000. In the 1950s, it was used to store snow fence. In 1966 the bridge and land around it was sold to a private individual. It was repaired by Milton Graton that same year. The owner had a gift and antique shop built inside the bridge. In 1990 the bridge was renovated. The renovation consisted of strengthening the arches, replacing cracked members, and removing one layer of decking. As a result, the dead weight of the bridge decreased 25 tons. The cost of renovation was approximately $38,000. The Bartlett Bridge is eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places.
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
A brief, relatively easy hike (.7 mile hike) to my favorite waterfall. You'll be glad you stopped. (My favorite waterfall. Never gets old.) I'm not including an image cause I want you to experience it in person.
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Parking area GPS coordinates are: N43° 59.838 | W071° 23.568
Russell-Colbath Historic Site
Built by sawmill operator Thomas Russell in 1832, this small house, which you can tour, was inherited in 1887 by Russell’s granddaughter. In 1891 Thomas left the house telling Ruth he would return ‘in a little while’. She hung a lantern in the window every evening for the next 39 years. She never saw him again. 3 years after her death he showed up again but his claims to the house were denied and he resumed his rambling ways.
Rocky Gorge Scenic Area
Lower Falls
One of the coolest covered bridges in New Hampshire