waterville valley, new hampshire - arrivalguides
TRANSCRIPT
Updated 27 November 2019
Photo: Jay Boucher / Shutterstock.com
Waterville Valley, New Hampshire
Robert Linsdell / Flickr
Robert Linsdell / Flickr
Steve Bennett / Wikimedia Commons
New England itself is pure charisma. The area is draped by sparkling snow in thewinter, swept with fresh seaside air during spring and summer, and painted withthe changing colors of its trees during autumn. Waterville Valley, HewHampshire is a beacon of these seasons and a proud New England town. Itsresort is the focal point, lending to recreational activities throughout the seasonsthat include skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, hiking, mountain biking,swimming and much more.
Top 5
White Mountain NationalForestThe White Mountain NationalForest is not only one of NewHampshire’s most t...Town Square Free Outdoor C...Throughout the cozy Watervillesummer months, enjoy free, liveconcerts in t...Children's TheatreWith the magical talents ofJean’s Playhouse’s Children’sTheater Company, T...Snow’s Mountain ChairliftSnow’s Mountain is a favorite ofhiking and biking enthusiasts.Visitors are...The Stone TowerIn 1880, Reverend J.M.Buckley—a Waterville Valleysummer resident—construct...
THE CITY
Robert Linsdell / Flickr (image cropped)
Waterville Valley was incorporated as a New
Hampshire town in 1829. This naturally was well
before the town became a veritable, year-round
resort destination. Its position in the White
Mountain National Forest attracted the attention
of the accommodation industry, which possessed
the foresight to realize the opportunity in
Waterville Valley’s slopes, hills, mountains and
lakes.
Now much activity takes place in the
self-contained Waterville Valley Resort. Guests of
the resort are thereby given enticing access to
instant outdoor adventures throughout the
seasons. Go skiing, snowboarding, ice skating,
play hockey and more during the winter. In the
warmer months, enjoy hiking, shing, biking,
golf and tennis, attending carnivals and
partaking in community picnics.
There are also cultural centers aside from the
Ski Area, including the Curious George Cottage
and The Margret & H.A. Rey Center.
DO & SEE
Jeannette Meier Kamer / Shutterstock.com
As a certiable resort city, Waterville Valley
oers everything under the sun when it comes to
recreational activities and natural attractions.
Fishing, hiking, biking, and bird watching can all
be done in the White Mountain National Forest.
The Waterville Valley Resort oers skiing and
snowboarding, too, in the winter months. No
matter what the season, though, you're sure to
have a great time exploring this beautiful part of
America.
White Mountain National Forest
The White Mountain
National Forest is not
only one of New
Hampshire’s most
treasured attractions, but
the nation’s as well. Its
delicate beauty and vicinity to the populace is
paired with 1,200 miles of hiking trails, ski areas
and 23 campgrounds to create a wonderful
natural attraction. Enjoy birding and the
WMNF’s gorgeous waterfalls.
Photo: drewthehobbit / Shutterstock.com
Address: 71 White Mountain Drive, Waterville Valley
Phone: +1 603 536 6100
Internet: www.fs.usda.gov/whitemountain
Destination: Waterville Valley, New HampshirePublishing date: 2019-11-27
Town Square Free Outdoor Concert SeriesThroughout the cozy
Waterville summer
months, enjoy free, live
concerts in the Town
Square courtyard. The
concerts take place on
Saturday evenings starting in July and ending on
Labor Day. Bring a lawn chair or blanket.
Photo: Robert Linsdell / Flickr (image cropped)
Address: Town Square, Waterville Valley
Phone: +1 602 236 8175
Children's Theatre
With the magical talents
of Jean’s Playhouse’s
Children’s Theater
Company, Thursday
mornings during the
summer are made that
much more fantastic for the whole family. The
shows run close to 30 minutes and encompass
familiar folk and fairy tales.
Photo: Karramba Production / Shutterstock.com
Address: 34 Papermill Drive, Lincoln
Phone: +1 603 745 6032
Internet: www.papermilltheatre.org/childrens-theatre
Snow’s Mountain Chairlift
Snow’s Mountain is a
favorite of hiking and
biking enthusiasts.
Visitors are encouraged
to access the apex of
Snow’s Mountain by way
of Snow’s Mountain Chairlift—which allows for
some wonderful scenery. There are over 30 miles
of manicured trails for both hiking and mountain
biking.
Photo: wwoods / Wikimedia Commons (image cropped)
Address: Ski Area Road, Waterville Valley
Phone: +1 603 236 8311
The Stone Tower
In 1880, Reverend J.M.
Buckley—a Waterville
Valley summer
resident—constructed the
Stone Tower following
the claim that “Waterville
Valley had everything but a ruin.” The Tower is 2
½ stories and still stands today as one of the
city’s most quirky attractions.
Photo: psyberartist / Wikimedia Commons (image cropped)
Address: Stone Tower Lane, Waterville Valley
Squam Lake Natural Science Center
As the only institution in
Northern New England
with national
accreditation by the
Association of Zoos and
Aquariums, the Squam
Lakes Natural Science Center provides a wealth
of educational opportunities. Explore the live
animal programs and research ndings revolving
around New Hampshire’s ecology.
Photo: Jean-Edouard Rozey / Shutterstock.com
Address: 23 Science Center Road, Waterville Valley
Phone: +1 603 968 7194
Internet: www.nhnature.org
Waterville Valley Golf Club
The Waterville Valley Golf
Course features golf
professionals who assist
with your swing, club and
cart rentals and a full pro
shop.
Photo: VectorLifestylepic / Shutterstock.com
Destination: Waterville Valley, New HampshirePublishing date: 2019-11-27
Address: 41 Valley Road, Waterville Valley
Phone: +1 603 236 4805
Internet: www.wvnh.com/waterville-valley/golf
Waterville Valley Indoor Ice Arena
Waterville Valley’s Indoor
Ice Arena is located
centrally in the Town
Square complex beside
Corcoran's Pond. The
Arena operates daily from
late June until the middle of April. Come for the
“hockey hour” and “freestyle” lessons.
Photo: Syda Productions / Shutterstock.com
Address: 6 Village Road, Waterville Valley
Phone: +1 603 236 4813
Internet: www.waterville.com/summer-play-explore/summer-i
ndoor-ice-arena
Email: [email protected]
Nordic Trail Passes
The world-class Nordic
center gives Waterville
Valley over 40 miles fully
manicured, marked trails
for cross country skiing.
The trails allow for
classical and skating styles of skiing, and the
New Hampshire wilderness is some of New
England’s nest.
Photo: alvant / Shutterstock.com
Address: Ski Area Road, Waterville Valley
Phone: +1 603 236 8311
Internet: www.waterville.com/nordic/trail-passes
Waterville Valley SnowboardingWaterville Valley has a
compilation of expertly
maintained slopes for
snowboarding. The
perfect snow coverage
during snow seasons and
220 acres of terrain make for the ultimate
snowboarding escapade. There are also terrain
parks with pipes and ramps.
Photo: Ipatov / Shutterstock.com
Address: Ski Area Road, Waterville Valley
Phone: +1 603 236 8311
Boating Corcoran Pond
Corcoran Pond is fed by
the mountain streams,
lending to beautifully
clear waters. Visitors are
welcome to rent pedal
boats, canoes or kayaks
in Town Square. Also enjoy an open, sandy
beach.
Photo: RobertChlopas / Shutterstock.com
Address: Corcoran Pond, Waterville Valley
Phone: +1 603 236 4695
Internet: www.waterville.com/summer-play-explore/boating
Waterville Valley Tennis Center
For tennis enthusiasts or
those looking to get some
exercise on the courts,
Waterville Valley caters
to you. There are 18 clay
courts swept throughout
the day, and group or private lessons are oered.
Enjoy round robins daily as well.
Photo: I love photo / Shutterstock.com
Address: Boulder Path Road, Waterville Valley
Phone: +1 603 236 4840
Destination: Waterville Valley, New HampshirePublishing date: 2019-11-27
Internet: www.wvtennis.com
Email: [email protected]
DINING
karelnoppe / Shutterstock.com
Many of Waterville Valley's restaurants are
found within the Waterville Valley Resort itself.
For those seeking variety in their cuisine,
venture outside the area to the nearby the cities
of Woodstock, Ashland, Lincoln and others.
Wild Coyote Grill
The Wild Coyote Grill is a
quaint, hometown dining
venue with expert views
of the mountains. Sean
Stout is the Grill’s chef
and owner, and he
impresses with pasta dishes, fresh seafood and
seared steaks.
Photo: FPWing / Shutterstock.com
Address: 98 Valley Road, Waterville Valley
Phone: +1 603 236 4919
Internet: www.wildcoyotegrill.com
Sunnyside Timberlodge
Sunnyside shines with
signature burgers, french
fries, pizza, chili and
home-made soups. The
Ciao Ciao Pasta is
popular among families.
Sip on coee, hot chocolate and cold beverages
at the base of the Sunnyside Triple lift.
Photo: Alena Haurylik / Shutterstock.com
Address: 1 Ski Area Road, Waterville Valley
Phone: +1 603 236 8311
Internet: www.waterville.com
Buckets, Bones & Brews
Buckets, Bones & Brews
initially began as an
outdoor BBQ venue. It’s
now one of Waterville
Valley’s most popular
restaurants, with yummy
fare like pulled pork sandwiches, shaved steak
sandwiches, specialty fries and buckets of ribs,
grilled chicken sandwiches and burgers.
Photo: Foodpics / Shutterstock.com
Address: 1 Ski Area Road, Waterville Valley
Phone: +1 603 236 8311
Imperial Palace Restaurant
Imperial Palace
Restaurant is in Lincoln,
NH and is roughly a
30-minute drive from
Waterville Valley. Enjoy
main entrées, appetizers
and Chinese cuisine. They oer full platters such
as the pot-stickers, egg rolls, white rice and
spicy orange chicken.
Photo: Joshua Resnick / Shutterstock.com
Address: 93 Main Street, North Woodstock
Phone: +1 603 745 3388
Destination: Waterville Valley, New HampshirePublishing date: 2019-11-27
Thai 9 Restaurant & Sushi BarAnother Lincoln, NH
treasure accessible to
Waterville Valley
travelers is Thai 9
Restaurant & Sushi Bar.
Enjoy Traditional Thai
sushi rolls, nigiri, sashimi, soups, salads, curry,
rice, noodles, and meats.
Photo: Maksim Toome / Shutterstock.com
Address: 151 Main Street, Lincoln
Phone: +1 603 745 2033
Woodward's Inn
The restaurant at
Woodward’s Inn serves
ne dining with a
selection of 26 entrées.
Enjoy prime rib, hand-cut
steaks, fresh seafood,
lobster and more. Watch the chefs prepare your
dinner over the open hearth.
Photo: Andrey Bayda / Shutterstock.com
Address: 527 U.S. 3, Lincoln
Phone: +1 603 745 8141
Internet: www.woodwardsresort.com
CAFÉS
B and E Dudzinscy / Shutterstock.com
Both Town Square and the Waterville Valley
Resort provide a comfortable supply of cafes to
the town, with many other options in the
surrounding towns and cities.
Jugtown Country Store
Jugtown, despite its
name, also has everything
to make your morning
run smoothly. Fresh
brewed coee, warmly
baked cheese danishes
and even cold cuts for lunch are just a few of
Jugtown’s features. You can also stock up on
food from the grocery store for your Waterville
Valley visit.
Photo: MR.MITR SRILACHAI / Shutterstock.com
Address: Town Square, Waterville Valley
Phone: +1 603 236 8662
Schwendi Hutte
The Schwendi Hutte is a
delicious blend of
breakfast sandwiches,
fruit strudels, sticky buns,
cinnamon rolls, a daily
selection of homemade
soups, stews and entrées and outdoor grilling. If
this wasn’t enough they also serve beer, wine,
Destination: Waterville Valley, New HampshirePublishing date: 2019-11-27
Espressos, Cappuccinos and other coee and hot
chocolate drinks.
Photo: YKTR / Shutterstock.com
Address: 1 Ski Area Road, Waterville Valley
Phone: +1 603 236 8311
White Mountain Bagel Company
From its Lincoln location,
White Mountain Bagel
Company has a menu of
fresh bagels,
cappuccinos, lunch
sandwiches and rustic
New England magnetism. Located in the heart of
the White Mountains, they open for breakfast
and lunch every day.
Photo: Joshua Resnick / Shutterstock.com
Address: 25 Main Street, Lincoln
Phone: +1 603 745 8576
Internet: www.whitemountainbagel.com
Mad River Coffee House
Awarded “Best Coee
Shop in the White
Mountains” by NH
Magazine in 2011, Mad
River packs a
phenomenal, avorful
punch. Enjoy an assortment of the best in cafe
fare, from fresh roasted coee, cappuccinos,
espresso, and lattes, to baked muins and
breads, egg sandwiches made to order, cookies,
and treats.
Photo: Family Business / Shutterstock.com
Address: 250 New Hampshire Highway Route 49, Campton
Opening hours: Monday - Friday 6am - 3pm. Saturday -
Sunday 7am - 4pm
Phone: +1 603 726 7793
Internet: www.madrivercoeeroasters.com
Email: [email protected]
Chat Room Coffee House & Books
The Chat Room Coee
House does it all. In
addition to
complimentary Wi-Fi
access, they oer laptop
computer repair services,
computer workstations, color copies and
printings, desktop publishing, UPS shipping, fax
services, and more. While you start your day or
stop in to take care of business, enjoy candy,
snacks, and yummy beverages.
Photo: Mutita Narkmuang / Shutterstock.com
Address: 10 Paper Mill Drive, Lincoln
Opening hours: Monday - Satruday 10am - 6pm
Phone: +1 603 745 2626
BARS & NIGHTLIFE
Inga Dudkina / Shutterstock.com
While the sole bar in Waterville Valley may be
Legends 1291, there are still a collection of bars,
pubs and taverns in the surrounding towns of
Campton, North Conway, Lincoln and others.
Legends 1291 Sports Pub
Legends 1291 has it all.
They serve baby back
ribs, burgers, salads and
even a selection of vegan
fare in a family-friendly
environment. There are
also big screen televisions airing all the big
Destination: Waterville Valley, New HampshirePublishing date: 2019-11-27
games and live DJ sets on the weekends.
Photo: Khakimullin Aleksandr / shutterstock.com
Address: 6 Village Road, Waterville Valley
Phone: +1 603 236 4678
Mad River Tavern
The Mad River Tavern is
great for a relaxing
evening with family,
friends and international
cuisine. Enjoy appetizers
like the Mussels
Tarragon, Tavern Wings and Soup of the Day.
For the main entrée, choose from seafood, eld
and Mexican cuisine. Main menu features
include Chicken Oscar, Mediterranean Sauté and
Veal Parmigiana. Mad River has a full liquor
license and may serve mixed drinks, cocktails,
beer and wine.
Photo: Robyn Mackenzie / Shutterstock.com
Address: New Hampshire 49, Campton
Phone: +1 603 726 4290
Internet: www.madtav.com
Canoe Restaurant and Tavern
Canoe Restaurant and
Tavern is located 45
minutes away in Center
Harbor. Perfect vistas of
Lake Winnipesaukee are
served alongside
exquisite entrées such as the hand-cut steaks
and award-winning Sweet and Sour Calamari.
There are also quirky dishes like the Lobster
Mac & Cheese that are sure to please. Take your
pick from ve, unique dining areas.
Photo: Charlene Turgeon / Shutterstock.com
Address: 232 Whittier Highway, Center Harbor
Phone: +1 603 253 4762
Internet: www.magicfoodsrestaurantgroup.com/canoe-restau
rant-and-tavern
Muddy Moose Restaurant & Pub
Come to the Muddy
Moose Restaurant & Pub
in North Conway for
great burgers and onion
rings, drinks that hit the
spot and wooded, rustic
décor. Muddy Moose is sure to leave an
impression.
Photo: Joshua Resnick / Shutterstock.com
Address: 2344 White Mountain Highway, North Conway
Phone: +1 603 356 7696
Internet: www.muddymoose.com
Buckey’s
Not only does Buckey’s
provide great, late night
entertainment and drinks
from its Moultonborough
location, but they serve
an amalgamation of
cuisines as well. Choose from a menu of
American, Asian Fusion, Barbecue and Italian
fare. Enjoy pizza, sandwiches, seafood and more.
Photo: Nitr / Shutterstock.com
Address: 240 Governor Wentworth Highway Route 109 S,
Moultonborough
Phone: +1 603 476 5485
Internet: www.buckeys.net
The Bob House Restaurant and The Reel'nTavern
The Tavern features a full
menu of succulent dishes
like the Bourbon
Barbecue Pork Ribs and
Breaded Veal with Garlic
Shrimp. Sides of fries and
coleslaw top the meal o. Enjoy drinks at the
Destination: Waterville Valley, New HampshirePublishing date: 2019-11-27
bar.
Photo: Olga Lyubkina / Shutterstock.com
Address: 520 Whittier Highway, Moultonborough
Phone: +1 603 253 1025
Shannon Door Restaurant and Pub
Much like North Conway,
Jackson is over an hour
away from Waterville
Valley. However it will be
worth the trip if what you
seek is a night on the
town. Beer on tap, cider and weekly
entertainment put Shannon’s on the map. Also
enjoy pizzas and other Italian entrées.
Photo: g-stockstudio / Shutterstock.com
Address: 19 Spencill Hill Road, Jackson
Phone: +1 603 383 4211
Internet: www.shannondoor.com
Wildcat Inn & Tavern
The Wildcat Inn & Tavern
is also located in Jackson,
NH. They combine casual
and ne dining into one
welcoming atmosphere,
and the wine list is one of
the area’s most impressive.
Photo: lenetstan / Shutterstock.com
Address: 94 Main St, Jackson
Phone: +1 603 383 6502
Internet: www.wildcattavern.com
SHOPPING
Kzenon / Shutterstock.com
Find any equipment, apparel or accessories you
may need to take to the slopes and hills of
Waterville Valley. The town is bursting at the
seams with sporting goods stores, with several
general apparel boutiques as well.
White Mountain Athletic Club Shop
Stock up on everything
athletic at White
Mountain. Bathing suits,
swimming goggles, pool
accessories, Nike and
Adidas tennis wear and
even arm oaties can be found. Pick up
essentials like sunscreen as well.
Photo: michaeljung / Shutterstock.com
Address: 98 Valley Road, Waterville Valley
Phone: +1 603 236 8303
Internet: www.wmacwv.com
Waterville Valley Golf Pro Shop
You cannot play like the
pros without playing with
the right gear—or the
right look. At the
Waterville Valley Golf Pro
Shop, you’ll nd
sportswear from Nike, Ping, Monterey Bay, and
Fairway Golf & Resort. Look for clubs and bags
from Tour Edge and Wilson and the Sun
Destination: Waterville Valley, New HampshirePublishing date: 2019-11-27
Mountain speed carts.
Photo: stevemart / Shutterstock.com
Address: 3 Lost Pass Road, Waterville Valley
Phone: +1 603 236 4805
Internet: www.wvnh.com/waterville-valley/golf
Waterville Valley Tennis Pro Shop
Located at the Waterville
Valley Tennis Center, the
Tennis Pro Shop features
Nike apparel, shoes and
rackets. The store is open
from spring until fall.
Photo: Yuri Turkov / Shutterstock.com
Address: Boulder Path Road, Waterville Valley
Phone: +1 603 236 4840
Internet: www.wvtennis.com/proshop
The Adventure Center at Waterville Valley
Before heading out on the
trails, stop by the
Adventure Center. They
sell premium
skateboards, biking
accessories and rent out
mountain bikes.
Photo: Dmitri Ma / Shutterstock.com
Address: 1 Ski Area Road, Waterville Valley
Phone: +1 603 236 4666
Internet: www.waterville.com/summer-play-explore/summer-
adventure-center
Dreams & Visions Gifts
Dreams & Visions is here
for that great gift for a
loved one or home décor.
Accessories and jewelry
by Holly Yashi and
Michael Michaud are
favorites. Also nd Willow Tree gures, Hadley
pottery and handmade, New Hampshire
products. Sundresses, straw hats and bags, and
skin care products are sold as well.
Photo: MJTH / Shutterstock.com
Address: Town Square, Waterville Valley
Phone: +1 603 236 2020
Internet: www.dreamsandvisionsnh.com
Toad Hall Toys
Toad Hall is an adorable
children’s store carrying
books, oodles of toys,
music and even greeting
cards. Books include local
writings, popular ction
and more.
Photo: michaeljung / Shutterstock.com
Address: Town Square, Waterville Valley
Phone: +1 603 236 4544
Internet: www.toadhallnh.com
The Bookmonger
Nominated by New
Hampshire Magazine as
“One of the Best
Independent Bookstores
in New Hampshire,” The
Bookmonger oers a wide
selection of bestsellers, nonction mountain
adventure books, children’s books including
picture and board books and more.
Photo: Sedgraphic / Shutterstock.com
Address: Town Square, Waterville Valley
Phone: +1 603 236 4544
Internet: www.bookmongernh.com
Destination: Waterville Valley, New HampshirePublishing date: 2019-11-27
Sport ThomaCome to Sport Thoma for
the best in ski and
snowboarding equipment
and apparel. Find
products from Head,
Spyder, K2, Obermeyer,
Nordica, Oakley, Volkl, Blizzard and Marker.
Photo: Monkey Business Images / Shutterstock.com
Address: 1 Fire Route 30, Waterville Valley
Phone: +1 603 236 4400
Internet: www.sportthoma.com
TOURIST INFORMATION
Zsolt Biczo / Shutterstock.com
Airport
The nearest major airport
to Waterville Valley, New
Hampshire is Lebanon
Municipal Airport (LEB /
KLEB). This airport is in
West Lebanon, 61 miles
from the center of Waterville Valley. Daily
commercial service via Cape Air connects
passengers to Boston and White Plains, New
York. LEB is a hub for those traveling to the
Upper Valley. Ground transportation to and from
LEB is supplied by Avis, Hertz, Thrifty and
Enterprise car rental agencies, as well as various
taxi and limousine services. The Advance Transit
bus serves LEB, along with the Amtrak and
Vermonter trains.
Photo: Juan Garces
Address: 5 Airpark Road, Lebanon
Phone: +1 603 298 8878
Internet: www.yleb.com
Email: [email protected]
Public Transport
Public transportation to
and from Waterville
Valley is supplied by the
Concord Coach buses
running daily from
Boston, MA to Plymouth,
NH. Plymouth is 25 minutes from Waterville
Valley, so the town urges visitors to make
arrangements in advance using Advanced Rent A
Car or Zipcar.
Photo: Pierre-Luc Auclair
Internet: www.concordcoachlines.com
Taxi
The following cab
companies serve the
Waterville Valley area:
Diamond Limousines: +1
603 254 3333 Plymouth
Taxi Service: +1 603 726
6536
Photo: ArrivalGuides
Pharmacy
Rite Aid Pharmacy
Destination: Waterville Valley, New HampshirePublishing date: 2019-11-27
Photo: Gemma Garner
Address: 50 Main Street, Lincoln
Opening hours: Daily 8am-9pm
Phone: +1 603 745 5660
Post
United States Postal
Service
Photo: Andy Fuchs
Address: Village Road, Waterville Valley
Phone: +1 800 275 8777
Internet: www.usps.com
Telephone
Country code +1 Area
Code: 603
Photo: Jardson Almeida
Electricity
110V AC, 60Hz
Photo: Stirling Tschan
Time ZoneWaterville Valley is in the
Eastern time zone, and all
times are reected in
Eastern time.
Photo: Marek Polakovic
Population243
Currency$1USD = 100 cents
Opening hoursGeneral shop hours are Monday through Saturday, 10am or 11am to 5pm or 6pm.
NewspapersWaterville Valley News
Emergency numbers911
Tourist informationPemi Valley Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Information Center12 Vintinner Road, Campton+1 603 726 3804
Destination: Waterville Valley, New HampshirePublishing date: 2019-11-27