All Posts Tagged With: "white mountains"

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Brookhill Bed & Breakfast – A Mount Washington Valley Treasure

One of New Hampshire’s most unique bed and breakfast destinations, this inn is situated in the scenic white mountains and discover here why its a treasure.

2Dec2011 | | 1 comment | Continued
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Franconia Notch and White Mountains’ Inns Showcase Artists

Inns and arts tour in Franconia Notch and White Mountains in New Hampshire taking place in December in time for Christmas Holidays – more here.

4Nov2011 | | 0 comments | Continued
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Hiking on a New Hampshire Vacation – Monadnock to Washington

New Hampshire hikes include some of the best trails in New England – from Mount Monadnock to the challenging hikes of Mount Washington – read them here.

2Sep2011 | | 0 comments | Continued
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Complete New England Guide to Northern Woods of New England

The great north woods of New England offer peace and quiet from the tourist areas – be prepared to share with nature and use this guide for planning.

4Jun2011 | | 0 comments | Continued
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The New England Mountains – Northern Ranges

The Appalachian Trial and Long Trail runs through the mountain peaks of northern New England – here we discuss hikes and walks in Green and White Mountains.

21May2011 | | 1 comment | Continued
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The Kancamagus Highway New Hampshire Fall Foliage Drive

You can drive the 34 miles between Lincoln and Conway on Route 112 in just about an hour. But you’d miss a great NH fall foliage scenic drives.

16Aug2010 | | 0 comments | Continued
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Interview with Jason Cape of the Barron Brook Inn in New Hampshire

New England has a number of classic Bed & Breakfast Inns and I keep a close eye on the recognition the travel industry bestows on properties, and the reviews Inns receive to showcase and feature these places. Many times a new owner can add the missing spark or character to an Inn, or alternatively take [...]

5Aug2009 | | 0 comments | Continued
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AMC 2009 Summer Planning Guide

Being a member of AMC I received this month not only their magazine but their AMC 2009 Summer Planning Guide. Maybe I should take a step back for those not familiar with AMC. The Appalachian Mountain Club was formed in 1876 and promotes the protection, enjoyment and appropriate use of the mountains, rivers, and trails [...]

11Mar2009 | | 6 comments | Continued
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Autumn Scenic Drive in the White Mountains – Route 302

Any New England guide book worth its salt will mention the Kancamagus Highway – Route 112 – from Lincoln to Conway as one of the best fall foliage scenic drives to take in New Hampshire. While I wouldn’t argue with that assessment it does mean because of its popularity you have to share the road [...]

3Oct2008 | | 3 comments | Continued
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Mount Washington – August 2008 Climb Part II

There comes a time in every climb when you have to think about actually going down to get home. As much as standing on the peak and savoring the moment of accomplishment makes it all worthwhile and what you remember the most, the fact is you’ve got to summon up the energy to get that [...]

30Aug2008 | | 1 comment | Continued
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A Mount Washington Climb– August 2008

Two years ago I climbed Mount Washington on a clear and warm day and had magnificent views and encountered no mishaps – one of those rare perfect days on a mountain that has the reputation for experiencing the world’s worst weather. A few weekends ago during my New England vacation I climbed Mount Washington again [...]

28Aug2008 | | 3 comments | Continued
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The Survival of the New England Ski Resort Species

Blame it on global warming or just normal weather patterns in the maturing of planet earth but what you can’t argue with is recent mild winters in the northeast of the U.S. have made it tough being a ski resort or lodging owner in the mountains of New England. Many are gushing red ink and [...]

17May2008 | | 14 comments | Continued
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The Cohos Trail, New Hampshire – Remote and Wild

Many of the most popular hikes in New Hampshire’s White Mountains follow the Appalachian Trail as it winds its way through the National Forest area. Certainly, these well-worn routes take you through some of the most dramatic landscape and hikes in the whole of New England, and allow you to summit and admire more than [...]

31Oct2007 | | 0 comments | Continued
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A White Mountains Treat…

On Friday March 11th, I packed skis, luggage, and two of my kids into our mini van and headed north for a mini-weekend vacation in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. Here’s what happened…. I was a little scared that I’d left our skiing vacation too late this year. I thought by that date it [...]

31Mar2005 | | 0 comments | Continued