Activities

The North Conway / Conway area has the largest concentration of shopping, restaurants, and recreational facilities in the White Mountains . North Conway is home to the Conway Scenic Railroad and its beautifully restored Victorian Station, which was built in 1874. Adjacent to the railroad station is the 18-hole North Conway Country Club . The attractions in this area are many: an in-town summer repertory theatre , concerts in Schouler Park in the center of North Conway, terrific shopping along Route 16 and in the village, and a picture-perfect setting. To the West are White Horse and Cathedral  Ledges, both favorites with rock climbers. A seasonal road goes to the top of Cathedral Ledge where there's a great view of the valley below. At the Ledge's base, Echo Lake State Park offers a sandy beach and a picnic area. The North-South Road paralleles Route 16 from North Conway Village to Route 302 in Redstone, offering views of Pudding Pond, woods and fields along the way. It can be accessed directly from Kearsarge Road, where the Cranmore Mountain Lodge sits. Just South of Conway, Route 16 intersects the Kancamagus Highway , which runs for 34 1/2 miles from Conway to Lincoln, which is one of the most spectacular sections of the White Mountains Trail . It traverses the White Mountain National Forest , crosses the flank of Mt. Kancagamus and climbs to nearly 3,000 feet, providing dramatic views. Along its length are hiking trails, federally designated Scenic Areas and some stunning overlooks.   Are you travelling with children?  No matter their age, there are so many interesting activities to do, just minutes away from Cranmore Mountain Lodge. Storyland  is of course an enchantement for every child and is just 15 minutes away from us. They now have a real circus with several shows every day! It opens usually for Memorial Weekend until Columbus Day (only weekends starting Labor Day).         You can also try Santa's Village , just 45 minutes from North Conway Village. Visit Remick Country Doctor Museum and Farm , with exhibits that change with the season so there is always something new for the curious of every age to discover.     Hiking with children can be a challenge, except when you choose the right hikes! Try Black Cap Mountain, just a short drive from us, that offers scenic views of all the Valley. Diana's Bath is also a very popular hike among families. After a short walk of about a mile (that can easily be done with a stroller!), the children will be rewarded by a serie of wonderful falls and swimming holes!   You can even organize a half day of climbing with your child, as well as snowshoeing and geocache treasure hunt with EMS Climbing School and Guide ! Learn how to fish in our pond and beyond with Clearwater Fly Shop, or just bring your fishing poles for some fishing fun in our pond stocked with trout! When the weather is not so good, you can try the Children's Museum , just 5 minutes away, or the Hartmann Model Railroad & Toy Museum (see below for other ideas of activities for rainy days). In Winter, go tubing  on Cranmore Mountain Ski Resort, try snowshoeing or x-country skiing for FREE at Great Glen Trails where you can also go dogsledding, climb up Mt Washington in the Snow coach, take a sleigh Ride at Nestlenook Farm Recreation or Farm by the River, go ice skating in Schouler Park downtown North Conway or treat them with a journey to the Polar Express ! There are so many things to do, you will need more than 3 days to discover them all! Read Kidcations in the Mt Washington Valley ! What to do when it rains? Take a train ride: Cog Railway , Conway Scenic Railroad Decorate your own potery at the Artery in North Conway Storyland  is open even when it rains! Visit the White Mountains Artisans Gallery Go shopping at the Settlers Green Outlet Stores Go swimming in the indoor pool at Cranmore Fitness center Go find a unique gift at the Little Shop in the Woods Go ice skating at the Ham Arena Have fun on a climbing wall at the EMS store, Cranmore Fitness center or Great Glen Trails Visit Castle in the Clouds Go to a museum: New England Ski Museum , Mt Washington Weather Discovery Center , Hartman Model Railroad , MWV Children's Museum Play a family game in our game room while watching a good movie (we have a large collection of DVD and Videos) Some more ideas.... Travel on a nostalgic train rides of the Conway Scenic Railroad and enjoy the scenery of the Mt Washington Valley countryside and surrounding White Mountains. (visit www.conwayscenic.com ) - Only 5 minutes away from us! Go shopping at the Settlers' Green outlet Village and save 20 to 70% at over 60 name brand outlet stores (visit www.settlersgreen.com ) - Only 10 minutes away from us! Treat yourself with a day at Storyland and enjoy the Flying Fish, Bamboo Chutes, Polar Coaster, and even a Circus with 3 shows per day and many other family favorites... (visit www.storylandnh.com ) - Only 15 minutes away from us! Spend a day on the Saco River, kayaking, canoeing or tubing along a 7 mile calm water course with many beaches for swimming and picnicking (visit www.sacobound.com ) - Only 15 minutes from us! Go to Wildcat to take the Wildcat Express Gondola up the Mountain and get down with the Ziprider (visit www.skiwildcat.com ) - Only 20 minutes from us! Give your kids a head start on their Summer assignment by treating them to a tour to the summit of the Mt Washington (visit www.mtwashingtonautoroad.com ) - Only 20 minutes from us! Ride a bike along gentle carriage roads or challenging mountain trails at Great Glen Trails, the base of Mt Washington (visit www.greatglentrails.com ) - Only 20 minutes from us! Drive the Kancamangus Highway and discover one of the most beautiful roads of New Hampshire with numerous stops along the way for sightseeing and hiking - Only 20 minutes from us! Take an unforgettable tour at the Remick Country Doctor Museum and Farm and learn about our history while participating to workshops and demonstrations (visit www.remickmuseum.org ) - Only 40 minutes away from us! Take a journey to the top of Mount Washington on the World's first mountain climbing cog railway, in Bretton Woods! (visit www.thecog.com ) - Only 45 minutes away from us!   And of course swim, fish, hike, play tennis or ping pong, right here, in our backyard! Please check also the calendar of events   and our Forum for more ideas