Surrounded by The White Mountain National Forest, Bear Mountain Lodge guests can enjoy four seasons of outdoor fun.
Winter
Alpine skiing and snowboarding at Cannon Mountain (15 minute drive)
Alpine, cross-country, snowboarding and snowshoeing at Bretton Woods (20 minute drive)
Discount tickets to both ski areas are available for guests!
Snowmobile directly from our property. The Mount Agassiz Snowmobile Club grooms a great trail (Route 104, Corridor 11) that connects up to The White Mountain National Forest to all trails.
Spring & Summer
Hiking, biking and fishing opportunities abound at Franconia Notch and Crawford Notch State Parks.
Golf -- Bethlehem and Maplewood Country Clubs are only minutes from The Lodge.
Fall Foliage
Enjoy a walk, take a long ride or enjoy a round of golf with some of nature's most gorgeous scenery as your backdrop. The view of Mt. Washington and Twin Mountain from our great room is incredible. The drive North on Route I-93 through Franconia Notch to Route 302 in Bethlehem on to Bretton Woods and Crawford Notch offers some of the most picturesque sites to capture the stunning New England colors and wildlife.
ITINERARIES
With so much to do in The White Mountains, many guests stay 3-7 nights. Here are some sample itineraries.
Four Day/Three Night Summer/Foliage Itinerary
Day 1 - Checkin and take a self-guided moose tour (map provided)
Day 2 - Ride the Cog Railway or drive the Auto Road to the top of Mt. Washington
Day 3 - Explore Franconia Notch State Park: Tram to the top of Cannon Mountain; Flume Gorge, Basin
Day 4 - Visit Chutter's in Littleton Home of the World's Longest Candy Counter
Five Day/Four Night Summer/Foliage Itinerary
Day 1 - Checkin and enjoy dinner out at a great local restaurant
Day 2 - Drive the Kancamagus Highway for spectacular views via Bear Notch Road, visiting Woodstock and Lincoln
Day 3 - Drive through Crawford Notch and take in some waterfalls; shop in North Conway at the outlets
Day 4 - Explore Franconia Notch State Park: Hike to Lonesome Lake and enjoy a picnic
Day 5 - Visit Sugar Hill Sampler & Harman's Cheese for fabulous 2 year aged Cheddar
Four Day/Three Night Winter Itinerary
Day 1 - Checkin and have a private sleigh ride before dinner
Day 2 - Spend the day snowmobiling then enjoy the hot tub
Day 3 - Ski at Cannon Mtn for just $50 with our discounted passes
Day 4 - Snowshoe on on-site trails after breakfast
Five Day/Four Night Winter Itinerary
Day 1 - Checkin and snowshoe our onsite trails
Day 2 - Dog Sled Adventure at the Rocks Estate, return ot the Lodge and enjoy the hot tub
Day 3 - Cross Country or Alpine Ski at Bretton Woods
Day 4 - Ride the Mt. Washington Snow Coach up the Auto Road
Day 5 - Visit Chutters or Wren for handmade artisan gifts
