Cranmore Mountain Lodge Landmarks & Places to Visit Near North Conway, NH

North Conway is a form of heaven for all outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking a relaxing getaway amid natural beauty.  That said, during your visit to Cranmore Mountain Lodge, there’s no shortage of things to do and places to see. Here’s a closer look at a few of our favorite local spots and pastimes:

Mount Washington Observatory

Mount Washington Observatory is a nonprofit research and educational institution working to advance understanding of Earth's weather and climate. They offer tours of their weather station, as well as all kinds of student, teacher, and youth programs. They also have an extreme weather museum – Mount Washington is actually home to some of the world’s most intense weather! We normally always display current conditions on Mount Washington in our TV room.

Rock Climbing, Ice
Climbing, & Mountaineering

The White Mountains offer some of the best climbing terrain and hiking trails in the entire Northeast. From easy walks to challenging hikes, rock climbing, ice climbing, and mountaineering, you’ll have endless trekking options that all lead to impressive views that create lifelong memories. Some of our favorite trails around Conway include:

• Kearsarge Trail
• Black Cap Trail
• Cathedral Ledge via Bryce Path Trail
• Peaked Mountain Trail

And if you’re searching for a guide, here’s a brief list of a few trusted local ones:

• Willard Mountain Guides (ask us for a discount code during your stay!)
• International Mountain Climbing School
• Redline Guiding

Mountain Biking

The White Mountain region, specifically Mt. Washington Valley, is one of the premier biking mountain biking destinations in the entire northeast. From paved paths to rugged, challenging mountain terrain, bikers of all skill levels can find a route that takes them on an experience truly unlike any other. We also offer bike rack storage and basic repair tools including air pumps for all of our guests.  

Nature Programs

Tin Mountain Conservation Center is a non-profit that provides educational programs for school children, adults, and families, aimed at promoting greater awareness and understanding of the natural environment and how it impacts humans, and vice versa. Our guests will enjoy their programs free of charge or at a discounted rate. Just mention your reservation number when you reserve your spot with any of their programs!

Local Sights, Scenes, and Family Fun

Of course, we can’t forget about all the exciting shops, restaurants, breweries, boutiques, and other retailers found in the area, as well as all of the other sights worth seeing. Here are just a few of our many favorite local spots: