New Hampshire is one of the smaller yet scenically most beautiful of all the US states. One of the founding Union States, New Hampshire lies on the north-east coast of the US immediately north of Boston and enjoys both a short Atlantic coastal strip and a border with the Canadian province of Quebec.
Besides its historical connections with some of the oldest buildings in the US, the major attraction is the White Mountains - one of America’s major year-round holiday destinations. Visitors enjoy uninterrupted mountain and river views, waterfalls, woodlands, and charming New England villages, as well as just about all outdoor sports and recreational activities.
Although popular with many visitors, the White Mountain National Forest has almost 800,000 acres, so it never seems crowded even in the height of the autumn foliage season! They have been a popular vacation destination for over a century. From the late 1800s to the 1940s, wealthy families from all over the United States built homes here to enjoy the pollen-free air. At one time, 12 trains a day brought tourists from New York, Boston, and Washington!
There are spectacular scenic drives in all directions! The scenery is fabulous at all times of the year, but especially during the fall foliage season, when the mountains are ablaze with autumn colours. The White Mountains National Forest Ranger Station in Bethlehem has maps and lots of additional information.
More recently, the area has become a mecca for active outdoor enthusiasts. It offers some of the best skiing and walking in the Eastern US. In addition, many other sports and recreational activities are readily accessible - golf, tennis, biking, canoeing, fishing, horseback riding, and dog sledding are available.
Easy to get to, New Hampshire is an easy two hour drive up the Interstate from Boston’s Logan Airport.