Ski Areas
Winter Skiing Adventures in Visit New England
Visit New England is a beautiful year-round destination for outdoor sports and activities; the area draws skiers and snowboarders from around the world, in addition to people just looking to enjoy the beautiful scenery. People who don’t ski can find outdoor fun on snow tubing hills or snowmobile tours. There is plenty of hearty dining at well-loved, family-operated restaurants. Winter activities in Visit New England include alpine off-roading adventures, snowshoe tours, and zip lines.
Activities for All Ages in Visit New England
Visit New England has a variety of fun stuff for families and children -- year-round, indoors, and outdoors. For example, amusement parks featuring Santa and classic nursery rhymes, zip lines, ski mountains, living history villages, and more. Bring the kids, enjoy, and maybe even learn some history. Lodgings that welcome kids and families can be found all around you. Plus, if your kids enjoy skiing, a variety of mountain resorts in Visit New England and beyond will offer deals and packages so you can bring your little one on the slopes.
4 places to visit
Killington, VT
Killington Grand Resort Hotel and Ski Area
Elevate your leaf-peeping adventure with Killington Resort's scenic gondola ride, an unforgettable journey to the top of Vermont's second-highest peak. Glide effortlessly above the vibrant hues of fall, where panoramic views of the Green Mountains and the surrounding valleys unfold before your eyes. At 4,241 feet, the summit offers a breathtaking perspective, perfect for photography or simply soaking in the natural beauty. Whether you're looking for a serene escape or a family-friendly adventure, our gondola ride caters to all. Enjoy the crisp mountain air, explore the summit trails, or relax with a bite at the peak lodge. Located in the heart of Vermont, Killington Resort is your gateway to experiencing fall foliage like never before. Book your tickets today and witness the splendor of autumn from above.4763 Killington Road 800-734-9435
Woodstock, VT
Woodstock Inn & Resort
Great skiing means winter is a welcome visitor
Winter is always welcome at the Woodstock Inn & Resort. That’s because the Saskadena Six Ski Area, with its family-friendly terrain (beginners need not worry), means the inn’s guests can enjoy a classic winter ski day in the mountains, then return to the inn to relax in their spacious room or suite, enjoy a farm-fresh meal at the Red Rooster restaurant, book a massage at the on-site spa or head to the Athletic Club to unwind in the pool, sauna or steam room. Or, grab a bowl of soup or a local brew at Pearly’s Pourhouse, the inn’s seasonal restaurant and lounge, perfect for apres-ski gatherings with family and friends. There’s also cross-country skiing on 45 kilometers of trails at the inn’s Woodstock Nordic Center.Woodstock Inn & Resort has been voted one of the Top 20 Resorts in New England in the 2025 Condé Nast Readers’ Choice Awards.Fourteen The Green 802-457-1100
East Madison, NH
Purity Spring Resort
Perfect place to stay for that time when the White Mountains are calling your name
If you’re a skier, there comes a time when the White Mountains of New Hampshire are just calling your name. Time to book your skiing vacation at the Purity Spring Resort and hit the slopes at the King Pine Ski Area. From mid-December through late March, King Pine offers up 17 trails, four lifts and runs for every level of skier, ranging from green to double-black diamond. You can also go snowshoeing or cross-country skiing over 20 kilometers of trails, most with stunning views. There’s also snowboarding, ice skating, hiking and a rope-pull snow tubing hill. Afterward, go back to the resort to relax in the indoor pool or hot tub, catch dinner at the Pine Cone Cafe or a drink at the Trail End Tavern.1251 Eaton Road (Route 153) 603-367-8896
Berline, NH
Androscoggin Valley Chamber of Commerce
There’s a slope to suit every skier in this snow-loving winter wonderland
It’s not surprising that, in the winter wonderland that makes up the Androscoggin Valley, NH, you’d have several options for skiing. Snow comes early and stays late, making it the perfect place for winter sports enthusiasts. At the Black Mountain ski resort, which has been around since 1935, there are 143 acres of ski-able terrain on 45 trails on a mountain with an elevation of 2,350 feet. Over at Bretton Woods Ski Resort, the state’s largest ski area, there are 62 trails, 35 glades and two terrain parks for skiers and snowboarders of all ages and abilities. Several other ski resorts are within easy driving distance, so you’ll find the slopes and conditions to your liking – with plenty of dining and lodging options for your classic skiing getaway.961 Main Street 603-228-0836