The nhnca selects team new hampshire athletes who are eligible to participate in regional. Make the most of more winter in new hampshires grand north head north to extend winter with endofseason specials, snowfilled activities, maple sugaring, and fun. We believe our single track trails create a very intimate feeling with the forest, unlike the larger double track commercial touring centers. North conway nh recreation nordic skiing cross country skiing xc skiing are just one of the many amazing things about the town of north conway nh in the white mountain national forest and mount washington valley.
We are the areas goto shop for all your nordic ski needs. Enjoy the best of new hampshire where you can ski, snowboard, tube, cross country ski. All trails are groomed by volunteers for classic skiing. Raced yesterday and so fun hearing and from concord new hampshire. Skiing and riding we could spend all day talking about how sick that means awesome the skiing and snowboarding is in new hampshire. We are a nonprofit 501c3 tax exempt organization located in hopkinton, nh. As a nonprofit organization, the jackson ski touring foundation jackson xc provides recreational and competitive opportunities for cross country skiing and snowshoeing that enrich lives and promote healthy lifestyles for all.
Donna lannan took up crosscountry skiing more than 30 years ago as a way to exercise outside in the winter months. Full service bike and nordic ski shop plus headquarters of wolfeboro xc ski trails bike repair shop 47 north main street wolfeboro, nh 603 5693151. Discover concords cross country skiing concord monitor. A good overall source of information on crosscountry skiing in new hampshire is ski nh cross country skiing. Visit bretton woods, new hampshires largest ski area with 464 acres of skiing and snowboarding on 63 trails and 35 glades. On the grounds of the white mountain national forest, the bretton woods nordic center is one of the largest crosscountry areas in the east. Pats peak is located about 5 miles west of concord, off highway 114 near the town of henniker. The capital city is home to three groomed crosscountry ski trails at white farm, carter hill orchard and beaver meadow golf course. You can set your address, phone number, email and site description in the settings tab. Registration opens at 12pm on friday, february 14th.
Although many trails, including groomed snowmobile trails, are signed for other uses, all trails in the parks and forests are available for cross country skiing and snowshoeing, unless specified otherwise. Looking for a place to nordic ski in new hampshire. Wolfeboro cross country ski association 2020 all you. With views of more than seven new hampshire mountains, carter hill orchard is a great destination during apple season and any time of the year. The public is asked to fill out the attached waiver or an electronic waiver for use of the trails and to send it to the dublin school nordic center care of anne mackey at po box 522, dublin nh 03444 skiers are reminded that the trails are designed to be challenging, that unmarked hazards may exist, and that the trails are not patrolled. Oak hill continued to be dartmouths primary alpine slope until the dartmouth skiway was established ten miles north in the mid50s. Cross country skiing backcountry skiing ski helmets ski goggles. We also offer a full complement of nordic touring and backcountry touring skis and gear. The 100km trail network crosses open fields, meanders through woods of spruce and fir, passes beaver ponds and mountain streams, and traverses open hardwood stands. Turkey river white farm winter trails city of concord, nh. Most of the trails are single track in width, winding through the woods, over brooks and across meadows. For those who enjoy the free nordic skiing in concord, this group will keep followers informed on the. A little late updating the site but anyone looking out their windows in southern new hampshire will see there is nothing left to ski on.
Nordic skiing and snowshoeing are popular winter activities in state parks, forests, and recreational rail trails. We also carry some touring models for either at or tele. The conditions were great especially compared to most of the other xc ski areas in the state. The trail continues uphill, past a patch of mayflowers.
I skied there yesterday after not skiing there in a couple of years it was very impressive. The past few days havent been too kind to the ski trails. We carry a wide range of products everything from your kids first bike to a highend road machine or downhill rig. Bens already a good crosscountry skier, but my skills were rather, uh, rusty. During the 1930s trails were cleared on oak hill for downhill skiing and a tow rope was added in 1935. Ten lifts, including the new bretton woods skyway 8passenger gondola and four highspeed quads, make your ride up the mountain almost as fun as the ride down.
We are working behind locked doors from 10am5pm monsat. Pine hill ski club is a cross country ski touring club accessed from mountain road in new london, nh. We have tons of time on race skis but also massive experience in alpine touring and telemark. The concord high nordic skiing programs picked up right where they left off last. Newbury, new hampshire nordic center at waterville valley waterville valley, new hampshire nordic skier and wolfeboro xc wolfeboro, new hampshire. Our mission is to build a strong community of nordic skiers from bkl through the high school race team and beyond. One section of trail is open for nordic skiers who bring their. Weve been skiing and going places together since 1980. Our meetings are always free, fun, and open to the public.
North conway nh nordic skiing north conway nh cross. Fun race, autographs, ski with bode, and all around fun day for all. Our staff has decades of experience in all forms of skiing. Check out the options below to find your next nordic adventure. Daily updated alpine and cross country ski conditions for ski nhs 33 member resorts. An interstate through ski country lets divide this group of ski areas into those close to i93 and those a little farther out, but still within striking distance of the main northsouth interstate through new hampshire. On us route 302 in bartlett nh, just west of glen, attitash atuhtash is small but interestingeven challengingwith convenient lodging and dining. Bedford crosscountry ski club legacy park in bedford, nh. For more information on planning or creating a memorable cross country or nordic ski getaway, call the mt. The weekend of the big blizzard, ben and i were in waterville valley, nh taking a ski lesson. Washington valley chamber of commerce, 1800doseenh 8003673364. A few touring and nordic centers allow skiers bringing their dog companions. We could namedrop and remind you that americas most accomplished alpine skier of all time, bode miller, grew up tearing up the slopes on cannon mountain.
Concord community nordic trails public group facebook. Not only is it vastly cheaper than downhill, but its much, much more of a workout. The concord, bow and hopkinton nordic teams didnt seem to mind. A history of open space and trails in concord, new hampshire. Bring your consignment items to the community center on. The new hampshire interscholastic athletic association will. Trails are groomed for either cross country skiing or multi purpose hiking and walking. It is an allvolunteer nonprofit organization that maintains nearly 20 kilometers of trails opened by generous landowners. White mountain nordic provides cross country skiing packages in new hampshire, north conway, bretton woods, jackson nh and ski area trails. We outfit the middle and highschool athletes in our area and continue right up to elite level racers. Whether youre looking to be a competitive racer, stay in shape, or just meet some fellow lovers of xc skiing, come join us. Both sets of trails are maintained by the nordic ski shop in wolfeboro.
A boutique gift shop in the heart of downtown concord. The new hampshire ski club is a yearround nonprofit activity club with a diverse membership of singles, couples, and families. Windblown cross country skiing new ipswich, new hampshire. Find the top rated cross country skiing trails in new hampshire, whether youre looking for an easy short cross country skiing trail or a long cross country skiing trail, youll find what youre looking for. At least one nordic ski center can set you up with a skijoring harness to ski while being pulled by dogs. Gunstock is new hampshires closest major ski area with breathtaking views of lake. Washington valley by planning your adventure today. Back alpine snowboard nordic rentals seasonal lease programs back advocacy where. Nordic ski information top shopping telemark skis used snow skis. The nordic skier sport shop, cross country skis and.
From camping, hiking, and climbing to kayaking, cycling and snowsports, eastern mountain sports has the topquality gear, apparel and advice you need to have more fun outside. The nhnca organizes middle and high school nordic skiing throughout new hampshire, providing education for skiers and coaches and event management and support for competitive nordic ski racing programs. Cross country trails were added in the 60s and tracksetting began in 1984. Make the most of more winter in new hampshires grand north head north to extend winter with endofseason specials, snowfilled activities. During the winter months we sell a complete range of alpine and nordic equipment, and the very latest snowboard gear. Experience cross country skiing and nordic skiing in mt. Altogether there are 94 downhill trails and 21 lifts, and the slopes range from those for the beginner to those that present a challenge even to some experienced skiers attitash. Pdf map 17 map 17 printable friendly text the trails hiking travel time. For those who enjoy the free nordic skiing in concord, this group will keep followers. Places to ski near concord, new hampshire usa today. Bow totaled 68 points to finish second in the 23team boys race at yesterdays new hampshire series at gunstock, trailing only kennett 65 and. Most places that welcome crosscountry skiers also offer snowshoeing, along with snowshoe rentals and lessons. Some are connected to big downhill alpine ski areas and many more operate as cross country touring centers that specialize in that form of skiing alone. Oh the joy and quietude of crosscountry skiing in new hampshire.
Concord nordic teams start season with home win concord monitor. The franconia inn maintains a network of trails totaling over 65km. It offers 10 ski lifts and 22 trails, along with a 710 foot vertical jump. New hampshire has a large variety of places to do crosscountry nordic skiing. Complete snow skiing and snowboarding information for concord, new hampshire with maps, photos, writeups and more. If theres snow falling, chances are weve got it or we can. Six white mountain nordic centers offering over 400km of combined new hampshire cross country ski trails.