There’s a reason people come to New England by the thousands in the Fall. It’s just that beautiful! For centuries, the White Mountains have been a tourist destination. With scenic viewpoints offering panoramic views for miles and colorful trees that dot the highway, it’s time to book your weekend away today before the snow starts to fly!

The days are getting shorter and you know what that means – ski season is right around the corner! All your favorite summer White Mountain attractions are starting to run on a limited schedule during the fall months before closing their doors until the snow melts in the spring.

Schools back in session. The mercury is dropping, and the leaves are slowly starting to turn colors. Fall is officially on the way. What better way to celebrate the change in the season then head to the White Mountains for a weekend or weeklong getaway. Home to delicious restaurants, miles and miles of hiking trails, and incredible mountaintop views, the White Mountains of New Hampshire is the place you want to be. Lace up your hiking boots and grab the flannel, it’s time to book your getaway today.

This blog post is part of "The Guide to Fall Activities in The White Mountains" blog series.

The mercury is starting to drop, and the leaves are slowing turning from green to hues of yellow, orange, and red. Fall in New England is one of the best places to be, especially in the White Mountains. Every year thousands of “leaf peepers” head to the mountains in search of the perfect vista to get the best views of the leaves. Bring your camera and get ready to post a million fall foliage pictures for Instagram.

This blog post is part of "The Guide to Fall Activities in The White Mountains" blog series.

In just over a month, the small town of Lincoln will be overrun with men in kilts, bagpipes, and haggis. While you may hope that they are filming the new season of Outlander in the White Mountains, it is, in fact, the return of one of the largest Highland Games in North America. From Friday, September 21^st through Sunday, September 23^rd, the New Hampshire Highland Games & Festival (NHHG&F) will be returning to Loon Mountain Resort again for its 42^nd year. 

This blog post is part of  "The Guide to Fall Activities in the White Mountains" blog series.

The start of a new school year is just around the corner and you've still got a few things on the summer bucket list. Before you dive into back to school shopping (did you know it’s tax-free in New Hampshire?), plan one last hoorah for the summer. The White Mountains are not only home to spectacular natural beauty, but also many attractions, water parks, and more. Enjoy a weekend or a week away in the mountains before all the soccer practices, math homework, and ballet lessons start in September.

This blog post is part of “The Guide to Summer Activities In The White Mountains” blog series.

When the mercury is climbing towards triple digits, it’s time to cool off in one of Mother Nature’s swimming spots in the White Mountains! Even with a higher elevation and a fresh mountain breeze, the days can get steamy in Lincoln. To combat the heat and the humidity, take a dip in one of the many swimming holes in the western White Mountains.

This blog post is part of “The Guide to Summer Activities In The White Mountains” blog series.

With smartphones, tablets, video games, and Tik Tok, it’s easy for your kids to spend their entire summer vacation indoors. It’s time to leave all the technology behind and escape to the White Mountains for a little family fun. For centuries, the White Mountains were a popular escape for America’s elite who would come to the area every summer to enjoy the fresh mountain air.

With the summer solstice just around the corner, the dog days of summer are upon us. In just a few shorts weeks, we’ll be trading in our pants and sweaters for shorts and some red, white, and blue attire for summer’s biggest celebration. Surprisingly, the White Mountains are uncrowded and quiet during the holiday week making it one of the best times of the year to visit the region.

The White Mountains is full of incredible hikes ranging from easy nature trails by the river to challenging tactical climbs on some of the highest peaks east of the Mississippi River. While it’s easy to spend your entire weekend in hiking boots on the trail, sometimes you just want to summit a peak in the morning and enjoy a delicious burger in town at lunchtime.

This blog post is part of “The Guide to Summer Activities In The White Mountains” blog series.