Resources. Use the right tools to make for a better experience.

  • Mount Washington Observatory // Mountain weather is subject to rapid changes and extreme conditions. This forecast is just one tool to help you plan a safe trip. Always travel with adequate clothing, shelter, food, and water, and be prepared to make your own assessment of travel and weather conditions. If in doubt, turn around!

    See Also: Skiology Northeast

  • Mount Washington Avalanche Center. Increasing winter visitor safety on Mount Washington through avalanche forecasting, outreach & education, and search & rescue.

  • Granite Backcountry Alliance’s goal is to advance the sport of backcountry skiing in New Hampshire and Western Maine by providing a network of low-impact human-powered backcountry skiing opportunities to the public through the creation, improvement and maintenance of ski glades.

  • Mount Washington Volunteer Ski Patrol proudly serves as part of the NSP New Hampshire Region, patrolling Tuckerman and Huntington Ravines from March through the end of May for each spring skiing season. Our duties are not limited to spring skiers, as our mission is to support the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) and Mount Washington Avalanche Center (MWAC) with all aspects of education, first aid, and search and rescue for all travelers though the ravines during our season.

    See Also: NH Backcountry Ski Patrol, Mountain Rescue Service

  • Best Backcountry Skiing. Thirty years after his first guidebook became a cult classic among Eastern powder seekers and garnered two national awards, David Goodman has revised and expanded his “bible of Northeastern backcountry skiing” for the next generation of winter adventurers in 2020. From thrilling day trips in the East's highest mountains to hut-to-hut wilderness journeys, this is the only comprehensive guide to the best backcountry ski and snowboard tours in New Hampshire.

    See also: Presidential Skiing

  • Snow Rangers

    Your friend and biggest supporter. Play smart.

  • Old Man Winter

    Take the mystery out of the equasion and be prepared with MW Obs.

  • Granite Glades

    Wind your way through the trees.

  • Proper Planning.

    Visit the pro shop at Pinkham Notch Visitors Center.