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Alpine Facts  |  Check out our Alpine Skiing

Summit Elevation 3,100 feet
Vertical Drop 1,500 feet
Base Elevation 1,600 feet
Trails and Glades 101
Skiable Acreage 434 acres
Snowmaking 92% of Trails
Avg. Annual Snowfall 200+ inches
Season Length early-November to mid-April
Exposure North/Northeast

Lifts
Rosebrook Summit Express high-speed detachable quad chair, Zephyr high-speed detachable quad chair, Bethlehem Express high-speed detachable quad chair, West Mountain Express high-speed detachable quad chair, Learning Center quad chair, Fabyan's Express triple chair, B-Lift double chair, Red Carpet, Wonder Carpet.

NASTAR Racing Daily

Uphill Lift Capacity 14,000 skiers per hour

Red Carpet Ski and Snowboard School
Director: Steve DeBenedictis, PSIA
PSIA Member Ski School located in the Base Lodge. Group and private ski and snowboard lessons.

Hobbit Ski and Snowboard School
Ski Program: ages 4 to 12.
Snowboard Program: ages 8 to 12.
All-day program includes two lessons, equipment rental, lift ticket and lunch. Half-day programs also available. Located on the second floor of the recently expanded Kids' Alpine Club building, adjacent to the Base Lodge.

Babes in the Woods Nursery
Located in the Kids' Alpine Club, adjacent to the Base Lodge. Open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Children 2 months to 5 years old.

Night Skiing
Five trails, two lifts: Fridays, Saturdays and holiday period evenings. See the Alpine Skiing page for details.

Alpine Ski and Snowboard Rentals
Located on the lower level of the Base Lodge. Top-of-the-line rentals: skis, snowboards and telemark skis.

TreeTop Equipment & Demo
All the latest gear Elan, Dalbello and Burton have to offer, available for rent. Located on the slope side of the Base Lodge.


Restaurants:

Top o' Quad Restaurant
Near the summit of Bretton Woods alpine ski area, at the top of the Bethlehem Express high-speed quad, the Top o' Quad offers an expansive seasonal lunch menu and even more expansive views of the surrounding mountains.

Slopeside Restaurant & Pub
A newly designed restaurant in the Bretton Woods Base Lodge, Slopeside has a full seasonal lunch menu that skiers can enjoy in a classic post-and-beam setting. Large glass windows make dining a real slopeside experience. The pub is a popular gathering place for apres-ski parties.

Fireside
A new addition to the Slopeside level of the base lodge, Fireside features local microbrews, panini sandwiches and Starbucks coffee in a relaxing atmosphere next to a large stone fireplace. Open weekends and holiday weeks.

Lucy Crawford's Food Court
Located on the main level of the Base Lodge, Lucy's provides hot, hearty fare, soft drinks, sandwiches, snacks and more for skiers and riders on the go. Lucy's serves breakfast and lunch seasonally and offers snacks during night skiing.

The Grille
Located in the Nordic Center/Golf Club, The Grille serves casual fare for lunch seasonally, and also features a snack bar and lounge. A satisfying break during a day of snowshoeing or cross-country skiing.

The Bretton Arms Inn Dining Room and Parlor
Serving breakfast and dinner year-round, The Bretton Arms Inn invites guests to enjoy gourmet cuisine and impeccable service in a warm, hospitable setting. The Parlor is a cozy gathering place lit by flickering firelight, perfect for relaxing before or after dinner.

Fabyan's Station
When most visitors traveled by train, this was the stop for those venturing into magnificent Crawford Notch. The railroad station, restored and converted to a restaurant and lounge, is located across Rt. 302 from the Bretton Woods alpine ski area, less than a mile from The Mount Washington Hotel. The restaurant serves lunch and dinner year-round in a casual, light-hearted setting.

Stickney's Restaurant & Lounge
Stickney's, on the patio level of The Mount Washington Hotel, serves lunch year-round and dinner during select seasons. Guests can enjoy casual dining with a panoramic view of NH's Presidential Mountain Range, or unwind in the lounge.

The Dining Room at The Mount Washington Hotel
Superb, award-winning formal dining. Breakfast and dinner are a world-class experience, with personalized service, elegant surroundings and a menu of culinary delights changing nightly. Orchestra accompaniment is offered seasonally. Gentlemen are required to wear jackets in the evening; women and children should dress appropriately. Reservations are required.

Nordic Skiing and Snowshoeing
100 kilometers of groomed trails for classical and skate skiers. Full-service Nordic Center including ski school, TreeTop Nordic retail shop, cross country ski and snowshoe rentals. The Grille offers soups, sandwiches, snacks and beverages for skiers on the go.

Sleigh Rides
Horse-drawn sleigh rides are available daily throughout the winter: a romantic one-horse open sleigh for two or the multi-seat sled for families and groups.

On-site Lodging
The Mount Washington Hotel
Bretton Arms Inn
The Lodge
The Townhomes

Tax-free Shopping
TreeTop Sports Alpine Shop
Featuring high-quality ski equipment, accessories, clothing, and repair service, located on the main level of the base lodge.

Contact Information
Ski Area Info: 603.278.3320
Ski Area Snow Phone: 603.278.3333
Ski Area Fax: 603.278.3337
Ski Area E-Mail: alpineinfo@mountwashingtonresort.com
Web Site: www.mountwashingtonresort.com
Lodging: 800.314.1752 or 603.278.1000
Nordic Center Info: 603.278.3322

Directions
Interstate 93N, to Exit 35 (Rte. 3N) to Route 302E
Interstate 95N, to Route 16N to Route 302W
Interstate 91N, to Exit 17 to Route 302E
100 miles from Portland, ME 105 miles from Manchester, NH
120 miles from Portsmouth, NH
165 miles from Boston, MA
175 miles from Montreal, PQ
210 miles from Providence, RI
220 miles from Hartford, CT
330 miles from New York, NY