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A red covered bridge, nestled among snow-covered trees with a majestic mountain backdrop, paints the perfect winter scene. Visit New Hampshire to experience this picturesque wonderland and enjoy nature's serene beauty firsthand.

Above, one of New Hampshire’s 58 covered bridges on a snowy morning in the White Mountains Region,

Welcome to New Hampshire.

If there is anything other than palm trees missing here, for families, couples, skiers, surfers, hikers, beach-combers, deep-sea fishermen, theater-goers, whale-watchers, history lovers, or adventurers young or old, honestly, we can’t think of a single thing. 

Come visit New Hampshire and see for yourself.

New Hampshire’s Top Five (Plus Three) Hotels and Resorts 

A large multi-story brick and wood resort hotel with large windows, surrounded by landscaped gardens and a grassy lawn under clear sunlight.
The Lake Estate
Lake Estate Rates & Availability
The front entrance at Church Landing in the early evening
Church Landing
Mill Falls Resorts Rtes & Availability
An aerial view of the Mountain View Grand Resort and Spa
Mountain View Grand
Mountain View Rates & Availability
Large white multi-story hotel with red roofs sits by the water, boats docked in the foreground, greenery and trees surrounding the buildings—a picturesque scene that invites you to Visit New Hampshire.
Wentworth by the Sea
Wentworth Rates & Availability
The Mount Washington
Mount Washington Rates & Availability

New Hampshire's Six Tourism Regions

The Maritime Region

Portsmouth Harbor Light
Portsmouth, Hampton Beach, Rye, New Castle and Exeter

The Lakes Region

A large white cruise boat sails on a lake at sunset, with passengers on the upper deck and mountains in the background—an unforgettable scene that invites you to Visit New Hampshire and experience its breathtaking natural beauty.
Tilton, Meredith, Wolfeboro, Laconia and Moultonborough

The White Mountains Region

The Omni Mount Washington Ski Resort on a winter evening in Bretton Woods, New Hampshire
Lincoln, Bretton Woods, Jackson, North Conway, Sugar Hill

Dartmouth-Lake Sunapee Region

Hanover, Lyme, New London, Sunapee

The Currier & Ives Region

The Bandshell in Keene, New Hampshire
Keene, Peterborough

The Capitol Region

A stone archway leading to a grand building with ornate architecture and a golden dome, surrounded by trees and a garden path.
Concord, Manchester, Salem

New Hampshire’s Top Ten Ski Resorts

When our Atlantic beaches close, and autumn gives way to winter, New Hampshire (which trails only Alaska in annual snowfall), comes alive with the best downhill skiing and snowboarding east of the Mississippi.  Explore New Hampshire’s top ski resort options here. 

A person skis on a snowy path in New Hampshire, gliding past large white buildings with snow-covered hills and trees in the background under a partly cloudy sky.
Waterville Valley
Skiers stand at the top of a snowy slope in picturesque New Hampshire, preparing to descend. A line of spectators is visible at the bottom near a building, surrounded by trees, ready to welcome you to visit this winter wonderland.
Dartmouth Skiway
Two snowboarders in red jackets descend a snowy slope, framed by the scenic winter landscape that makes New Hampshire a must-visit destination.
Mount Sunapee
A skier in a red jacket and helmet gracefully descends a snowy slope, with the majestic snow-capped mountains of New Hampshire in the background on a clear day. It's an inviting scene, beckoning adventurers to visit New Hampshire for its breathtaking winter sports.
Cannon Mountain
Aerial view of a snow-covered mountain in New Hampshire, with ski trails winding through dense forests and a lodge at the base—an invitation to Visit New Hampshire's winter wonderland.
Loon Mountain
Three people in winter gear ride a ski lift on a snowy mountain, surrounded by trees and distant peaks—a perfect snapshot of why you should visit New Hampshire.
Attitash Mountain
A snowboarder in an orange outfit performs a breathtaking jump in mid-air, set against the snowy hills and serene lake of New Hampshire at sunset—a scene that beckons you to visit and embrace its winter wonderland.
Gunstock Mountain
A person wearing a green helmet and a patterned jacket is skiing down a snowy slope, with New Hampshire's mountainous landscape in the background, inviting you to visit.
Cranmore Mountain
Two people skiing on a snowy mountain slope with snow-covered trees in the background, capturing the essence of a perfect winter day. Visit New Hampshire for this serene Alpine experience that promises adventure and breathtaking landscapes.
Bretton Woods
Skiing downhill on a snowy mountain slope, with the majestic, snow-covered peaks of New Hampshire in the background, is an experience that beckons adventure and awe.
Wildcat Mountain

New Hampshire’s Top Four Winter Tourism Attractions

People stand on an observation deck to visit New Hampshire as a cog railway train arrives at the mountain valley station.
Winter on the Cog Railway
Visitors to New Hampshire can wander through a snowy ice cave at night, where vibrant, colorful lights create a magical atmosphere.
Ice Castles, North Woodstock
A group of people in winter clothing stands atop a snowy mountain, capturing the breathtaking beauty of New Hampshire. With a small building and clear blue sky serving as the backdrop, this scenic spot beckons all to visit New Hampshire for an unforgettable adventure.
Mt. Washington Overnight
Ice skating at Strawbery Banke's Labrie Family Skating rink
Ice Skating Strawbery Banke

Shorcuts to Popular Local Tourism Destinations

Red covered bridge with a sign reading "Jackson, N.H." stands over a road, surrounded by trees with green and autumn-colored leaves under a clear blue sky.
Jackson
A yellow locomotive pulls passenger cars along tracks through a forested valley with colorful autumn foliage and mountains in the background.
North Conway
The mount Washington hotel at night
Bretton Woods
People walk on wooden bridges in a lush forest, viewing a waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff.
Lincoln
An aerial view of the lakeside Church Landing resort in summer
Meredith
A white passenger boat with lit windows moves across a lake at sunset, with mountains in the background and an American flag on the stern.
Wolfeboro
Aerial view of a lakeside town with boats docked along piers, clear blue water, and buildings surrounded by dense green trees.
Weirs Beach/Laconia
A large stone building with red roofs sits atop a forested hill, surrounded by autumn foliage, with mist and distant hills in the background.
Moultonborough
Portsmouth
A large sand sculpture of a creature holding a sandcastle, with sponsor signs for GEICO, Preston Real Estate, and The Pelham Resort Motel on a beach with people and umbrellas in the background.
Hampton Beach
Wallis Sands Beach Rye NH
Rye and Rye Beaches
A lighthouse stands on a rocky shore as large waves crash against the rocks, with a forested area in the background under a clear blue sky.
New Castle
Red brick academic building with a white clock tower, fronted by green trees and grass, under a blue sky with scattered clouds.
Exeter
Cityscape of Manchester, New Hampshire at dusk, featuring illuminated buildings reflected in a calm river, with a clear blue sky above.
Manchester
A stone government building with a golden dome and columns stands at the end of a walkway, surrounded by trees and a manicured lawn under a clear blue sky.
Concord
A red roller coaster car full of people descends a wooden track outdoors in thrilling style; some riders have their hands raised, capturing the excitement that awaits when you Visit New Hampshire.
Canobie Lake, Salem
Hanover
A large white colonial-style house with green shutters sits behind autumn trees with yellow and orange leaves on a sunny day.
Lyme
A white building with an American flag and bunting, surrounded by greenery, with a sign reading "New London Inn 1792" by the entrance.
New London
A white two-story tour boat named "Lake Queen" carries passengers across a lake with forested hills in the background.
Sunapee
A small white house with gray roof sits on a grassy hill overlooking a blue ocean with rocky islands in the background under a partly cloudy sky.
Star Island, Isles of Shoals
A park scene with a white gazebo, stone fountain, trees, and a brick building in the background under a clear blue sky.
Keene
A brick building with arched windows, a white cupola, and an American flag in front, under a partly cloudy sky.
Peterborough
Large white house with a porch sits among colorful autumn trees, with forested mountains and a clear blue sky in the background.
Sugar Hill

View the Official State of New Hampshire Visitor's Guide Here