Hiking

Being in the heart of the White Mountains means that you're at the center of some of the best hiking and trail networks in the world. With over 2,000 miles of hiking trails at your feet, you can't go wrong when hiking in the east. But remember, respect the place as if you were a guest in someone's home. Use "Leave No Trace' practices and pack-in and pack-out everything. Nearly all the trails do not have amenities beyond the trailheads, so plan accordingly. 

Bretton Woods Summit Hiking Trails

West Mountain Hiking Trail

Follow small rock cairns across the rock ledges to a beautiful viewpoint overlooking the Zealand Valley and Pemigewasset Wilderness. Views to the right are of Vermont and ski trails on Mount Mansfield. Easy to moderate hike starting to the right of the gondola summit. Follow the hiking trail markers and snowshoe signs. Near the summit of West Mountain the trail levels off and heads left.

Length: 1.6 miles out and back
Elevation gain: 510 feet

Two Miles Home Hiking Trail:

Follow the Two Miles Home ski trail and hiking sign markers. The trail winds around the outer boundary of the ski area from the base of the gondola to/from the summit.

Length- 2 miles one-way
Elevation gain- 1300 feet