Activities
Waterville Valley Area & Activities
Waterville Valley has been a favorite vacation spot and getaway for over a century. Considered by many to be an oasis in the mountains, the resort offers a self-contained community surrounded by 4,000’ mountains. It was first developed as a summer retreat in the early 1900’s, later as a ski resort in the 1960’s, and now is recognized as one of New Hampshire’s most popular year-round tourist destinations. There is skiing, snowboarding, ice skating, nordic skiing, and tubing in the winter, golf in summer, and hiking, biking, swimming, tennis, and an abundance of other activities in all four seasons. Numerous inns, shops and restaurants give ample opportunities to relax.
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Waterville Valley is filled with endless activities to make the most of your stay and build memories that will last a lifetime. With activities for all 4 seasons, you can explore the Valley all year long! Scroll down for more information and check out Visit Waterville Valley for more information and up to date hours of operation.
Alpine Advent
November 28th to December 31st
Located in Town Square
Alpine Advent transforms Waterville Valley’s town square into an authentic European-inspired Christmas market. Traditional wooden chalets will showcase New Hampshire’s finest artisans against the breathtaking backdrop of the White Mountains – but this first year won’t stay a hidden gem for long.
Waterville Alley & Arcade
OPEN | Daily from 10am to 9pm.
Located on the lower level of Town Square
Waterville Valley Resort is thrilled to announce the opening of Waterville Alley & Arcade, a brand-new entertainment space featuring bowling lanes and an arcade with countless games! Located right in Town Square, the Alley & Arcade offers a lively mix of games, bowling, and all-around good times for visitors of every age.
Open daily from 10am to 9pm, the Alley & Arcade is designed to be a gathering place where families, friends, and groups can play, relax, and make memories together. Whether you’re winding down after a long ski day, celebrating a birthday or looking for some fun on a rainy day, the Alley & Arcade is the perfect place to bring your crew for friendly competition and endless entertainment.
Featuring four bowling lanes, a diverse selection of classic and modern arcade games, and plenty of space to hang out, Waterville Alley & Arcade brings a fresh burst of energy to the heart of the Valley. Guests can enjoy nostalgic favorites alongside the latest in interactive arcade fun.
Waterville Alley & Arcade is conveniently located on the lower level of Town Square, just steps away from shops, restaurants, and outdoor recreation. The opening adds another exciting year-round attraction to the Valley that we can’t wait to welcome you all to.
Call 603-960-9051 For Details.
WINTER LIGHTS AT WATERVILLE VALLEY
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Waterville Valley Town Square is a beautiful place at night. This winter we will making it even better with a magical display of winter lights. We will be decorating around Corcoran's Pond and Town Square with thousands of lights and projections. Come see Winter Lights at Waterville Valley for a magical experience.
Call 978-766-8953 For Details.
SNOW TUBING
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Tubing in Waterville Valley is better than ever! On the hill adjacent to the Waterville Valley Golf Course are multiple dedicated tubing lanes, complete with a warming center. Guests of all ages can participate! The tubing hill is walk-up (not lift serviced).
Call 603-236-4805 For Details.
WATERVILLE VALLEY ICE ARENA
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The Waterville Valley Ice Arena is located right next door to Snowy Owl Inn adjacent to the Town Square on the shores of Corcoran Pond. The Ice Arena offers numerous public skating and stick and puck sessions throughout the week.
Call 603-236-4813 For Details.
WATERVILLE VALLEY SKI RESORT
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Waterville Valley Ski Resort is minute away from Snowy Owl Inn. Ski & Ride
Call 603-236-8311 For Details.
ICE CASTLES
Open from early January through early March
Ice Castles is an award-winning frozen attraction located in five cities across North America. The experience is built using hundreds of thousands of icicles hand-placed by professional ice artists. The castles include breathtaking LED-lit sculptures, frozen thrones, ice-carved tunnels, slides, fountains and much more.
CROSS COUNTRY SKI TRAILS
Adventure Center Hours: Mon-Fri 11am-4pm, Sat & Sun: 10am-4pm
The Adventure Center at Waterville Valley has approximately 70 km of trails, which are groomed and tracked for skating and classic skiing through the White Mountain National Forest. This cross-country center is known for its wide trails, which are dependably well groomed for both classic and skate skiing.
Call 603-236-4666 For Details.
SUMMER ACTIVITIES
Waterville Valley is filled with endless activities to make the most of your stay and build memories that will last a lifetime. With activities for all 4 seasons, you can explore the Valley all year long! Scroll down for more information and check out Visit Waterville Valley for more information and up to date hours of operation.
Waterville Alley & Arcade
OPEN |Daily from 10am to 9pm.
Located on the lower level of Town Square
Waterville Valley Resort is thrilled to announce the opening of Waterville Alley & Arcade...
Call 603-960-9051 For Details.
WATERVILLE VALLEY GOLF COURSE
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The historic Waterville Valley Golf Course, provides classic New England golf in a picturesque setting, with rolling hills and the backdrop of several majestic 4,000' mountains. Today's 9-hole course (4 par fours, 5 par threes) provides fun and challenge for all ages and abilities.
Call 603-236-4805 For Details.
WATERVILLE VALLEY TENNIS CENTER
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Nestled amidst the mountains in Waterville Valley, the Waterville Valley Tennis Center has been delighting tennis enthusiasts of all abilities for over 100 years! With 18 outdoor clay tennis courts and 2 indoor courts, they have the facilities, instruction, staff and setting to make your tennis adventure a memorable one.
Call 603-236-4840 For Details.
CORCORAN POND BOAT RENTALS
Open Saturdays & Sundays 10am - 4pm beginning Memorial Day Weekend
Right next to Town Square you'll find the mountain stream-fed Corcoran's Pond. At Corcoran’s Pond waterfront you’ll find a fleet of over 20 kayaks, pedal boats and canoes are available for rent at the Town Square dock. We've also added Stand Up Paddle Boards to the list of rentals available for use on Corcoran's Pond! SUP's are perfect for those looking for a little bit more of challenge and new fun way to explore the pond!
Call 603-236-4695 For Details.
WHITE MOUNTAIN ATHLETIC CLUB
Open daily Sunday - Friday 8am - 7pm, Saturdays 8am - 8pm
Splash into summer fun in the 1,600 square foot heated "splash pad" with a wide variety of water soaking features as well as a 70,000-gallon pool with 25-meter lap lanes, family play areas, underwater benches, deck jets, underwater color lighting, a "pool temperature" whirlpool spa overlooking the White Mountains, built in basketball and pool volleyball amenities. Beach Volleyball court and food/drink cabana, too!
Call 603-236-8303 For Details.
WELCH DICKEY LOOP TRAILHEAD
This is a day use fee site
Welch-Dickey Loop Trail is a 7.1 kilometer heavily trafficked loop trail located near Thornton, New Hampshire that offers the chance to see wildlife and is rated as difficult. The trail is primarily used for hiking and road biking and is best used from May until October. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
Call 603-536-6100 For Details.
SNOWS MOUNTAIN CHAIR LIFT
Open Saturdays & Sundays 10am - 4pm Last round trip ride 30 min. prior to closing
Located on Boulder Path Road (on your right just past the Tennis Courts), Snow's Mountain Chairlift offers something for everyone with relaxing, scenic round trip rides, lift-accessed mountain bike trails of all levels, hiking trails and swimming holes through the National Forest, and a 18-hole Disc Golf Course.
Call 603-236-8311 For Details.
