Ski the whole Mount Washington Valley from Will's Inn!

X Country Skiing Information

  Will's Inn is surrounded by five major Ski Areas and is only 2 minutes from Attitash Ski Mountain. Black Mountain, Cranmore and Wildcat are also minutes drive for Alpine and we are also minutes away from Bear Notch Ski Touring and Jackson XC for Cross country and snowshoeing.

Your adventure base at Wills Inn could not be any more central for all of the Winter Activities and being avid winter sports enthusiasts ourselves (here you see Damian defying Gravity!).

You will be greeted with a warm welcome and lots of information if you should need assistance.

Hot coffee and Muffins early in the morning gets everyone awake and ski reports are always available. We also carry DISCOUNT SKI TICKETS to many of the mountains and can advise on the best deals.

If you love to enjoy the outdoors in winter, then WILLS INN is the place for your next family ski vacation or outdoor adventure. From here you are minutes from virtually every winter sport, all in a stunning setting against the back drop of the tallest Mountain in the Northeast. It is a playground for skiers, snowboarders, Nordic skiers, snowshoers, skaters, snowmobilers, winter hikers and ice climbers.

 
WILL'S INN WELCOMES SCHOOL SKI TEAMS!

 

With a large choice of multi bed/bath rental properties Wills Inn has been welcoming SCHOOL SKI TEAMS for years. Having our own son - Damian - ski for Gould Academy Freestyle Team we understand what is needed and what the budget is! We can provide multiple rooms, multi bedroom chalets and help with any organization that's required.

There is also a SKI TUNE ROOM for all the important maintenance and a place to "Hang Out!"

Coaches... We can help!

 

 


ATTITASH MOUNTAIN - 1 Mile away!

Two mountains combining all the best New England skiing has to offer - on a scale that will keep you family active and exploring for days on end. The routes down offer endless possibilities - from classic-cut, winding trails to wide-open cruisers. Together, the two mountains provide 75 trails and natural glades and a terrain park unmatched in the Valley - all supported by a service driven staff and one of the most powerful snowmaking systems in the state. Until you've skied Attitash, you haven't skied the Valley.

Vertical Drop
1750' (Attitash)

Base Elevation
600'Attitash

Summit Elevation
2350' (Attitash)

Trails 70
most difficult 33%
more difficult 47%
easiest 20%

Chairlifts 12
3 quads, 2 high speed detachable
3 triples
3 doubles
3 surface lifts (including the Magic Carpet )

 

Website: www.attitash.com


CRANMORE - 15 minutes away!

What do you get when you combine a classic New England ski town, Olympic-quality snow and popular family programs? You get a family ski trip of historic proportions. That's what Cranmore Mountain has been offering families for over 70 years, right in the heart of North Conway Village. Ride our Express Quad to the summit in 4 1/2 minutes. Once you're there, the whole family can come down together or find their way to the bottom on their own, in a safe, friendly setting.

This winter, Cranmore is again offering nighttime festivities every Saturday from 2-8pm. Called Cranapalooza, these fun-filled nights offer skiing and riding off the summit on 12 lit trails, plus live music, engaging family entertainment, s'mores around the fire pit, terrain park events under the lights, and other fun activities! Bonus Cranapalooza dates are set for New Year's Eve & 2/17/10. And be sure to visit the new indoor Fun Zone activity center! Cranmore still offers the best deal in town with our popular Value Pricing and Online Ticket Steals and Deals!

Vertical Drop 1,200 ft.
Total Acreage (trail and glade) 200+
Snowmaking Coverage 100%
# of Trails 50 trails and glades
36% Novice 44% Intermediate 20% Expert
Lifts 9
Lift Types 1 express quad, 1 triple, 2 doubles, 5 surface
Night Skiing 12 trails/3 lifts
Darkside Terrain Park
Lucky Loop Park
The Other Side Progression Park
Cranmore Tubing Park

Website: www.cranmore.com


BLACKMOUNTAIN - 6 minutes away!

Nestled in the heart of the spectacular Presidential Mountain range high above scenic Jackson, Black Mountain offers a truly unique New England experience. Known for its family friendly atmosphere, terrain for all abilities, sunny southern exposure and protection from the winds, family-owned and operated, Black was the state's first ski area and has been a favorite choice for skiers for 75 years.

Experience a day on the slopes that finds you amongst friendly folks, incredible views, and wooded trails and glades that seem to have almost become extinct. You might even catch a glimpse of wildlife as part of your day.

This season Black celebrates its 75th birthday with extremely affordable lift tickets and rental equipment, an adult learn to ski package that includes a 90 minute lesson for FREE, and a very reasonably priced cafeteria and pub menu. Black Mountain has often been referred to as 'a hidden gem' up in the hills of Jackson, a quaint New England town that is home to beautiful historic inns, cozy restaurants and taverns, live local music, horse drawn sleigh rides, ice skating ponds and winter festivals. Visit us at blackmt.com for the latest on deals, events, slopeside ski & stay packages and more.

Vertical Drop 1,100 ft.
Total Acreage (trail and glade) 143
Snowmaking Coverage 98%
# of Trails 43
33% Novice 34% Intermediate 33% Expert
Lifts 4
Lift Types 1 triple, 1 double, 1 Platter Pull, 1 J-bar

Website: www.blackmt.com


BRETTON WOODS - 20 minutes away!

New Hampshire's largest ski area offers a variety of terrain for skiers and snowboarders of all ages and abilities. Consistently rated among the best for family programs, service and on-mountain food by readers of SKI Magazine, Bretton Woods creates an experience every member of your family will enjoy. Bretton Woods' 3 peaks form a complete winter playground with chutes, bumps, bowls, steeps, glades, 4 freestyle terrain parks and plenty of wideopen cruising terrain, making for a fun and diverse alpine experience.

Combined with the most terrain in the state, Bretton Woods' 9 lifts, including 4 highspeed detachable quads, make for a spacious skiing and riding experience with more time on the snow. The new year-round Canopy Tour is a high-flying adventure through the trees and above the slopes, including 9 zip lines, sky bridges, rappels and an exhilarating dual racing zip that takes you right into the base area.

Bretton Woods offers a wide variety of dining, children's programs, sleigh rides, tubing, ice skating and night skiing. There's also nordic skiing and snowshoeing on a 100km groomed trail network-all surrounding the resort's crown jewel, The Mount Washington Hotel.

Vertical Drop 1,500 ft.
Total Acreage (trail and glade) 434
Snowmaking Coverage 92%
# of Trails 101
25% Easiest 29% More Difficult
30% Most Difficult 16% Experts Only
Lifts 9 Lift Types - 4 detachable quads, 1 quad, 1 triple, 1 double, 2 surface conveyors
Night Skiing 5 trails/2 lifts
Parks - 4, including The Toy Box for those still learning the skills, and Wild West Terrain Park, an all-natural area designed to keep freestylers happy.
Tubing Hill
Bretton Woods Canopy Tour & Zip Lines Open year-round!
New "Zip & Ski" package available from $99 person
Website: www.brettonwoods.com


WILDCAT MOUNTAIN - 20 minutes away!

In a stunning location, with close-up views of Mt. Washington to the west and the Atlantic Ocean to the east, Wildcat Mountain offers the consummate New England ski experience with its rich history, plentiful high-elevation natural snow, a wide variety of terrain, long season, and a classic, friendly ski culture-complete with hearty apres events!

The Wildcat Mountain Ski School offers ski, snowboard and telemark programs to match the terrain you wish to ski and ride, from beginner to expert; and the Lion's Den Children's Center ski programs start at age three.

The Wildcat Express quad is New England's most powerful high-speed summit quad lift, whisking skiers to 4,062 feet in just 6 minutes, and provides access to over 2,100 vertical feet of skiing and riding, uncrowded slopes, and the #1 scenery in North America (SKI Magazine, Oct. 2008). And this season Fly Wildcat Mountain at speeds up to 45 mph on the half-mile ZipRider zip-line cable ride.

Vertical Drop 2,112 ft. (Summit Elevation 4,062 ft.)
Total Acreage (trail and glade) 225
Snowmaking Coverage 90%
Number of Trails 47
25% Novice 45% Intermediate
30% Expert
Lifts 4
Lift Types 1 high-speed quad, 3 triples
Terrain Park The Jib Lot progression rail and jib area
Website: www.skiwildcat.com


KING PINE - 30 minutes away!

King Pine and Purity Spring Resort continue to lead the way for families and winter sport enthusiasts alike. Known for its family-friendly atmosphere, affordability, impeccable grooming and consistent snow conditions, King Pine has been an affordable tradition for families throughout New England for decades.

Located just 15 minutes south of Conway, King Pine offers 17 trails and glades, 75 percent of which are suited for beginners and intermediates. Advanced skiers and riders will love the steeps of Pitch Pine and the double-black diamond, Pine Brule. The Twisted Pine Terrain Park offers updated elements and weekly events making it a favorite with kids of all ages. Additional amenities include night skiing, snowtubing and an indoor pool and fitness center.

Adding additional value to the EVERYDAY low ticket price of $44 ($30 for juniors), an alpine ticket also includes complimentary XC skiing, snowshoeing and ice skating at any point while the ticket is valid! The most affordable and flexible Learn-to-Ski or Ride package in the region, "Master the Mountain," returns providing first-time skiers and riders 3 lessons, tickets and rentals for just $158 for adults and $134 for kids.

Vertical Drop 350 ft.
Total Acreage (trail and glade) 48
Snowmaking Coverage 100%
# of Trails 17
44% Novice 31% Intermediate 25% Expert
Lifts 6
Lift Types 3 triples, 2 surface, 1 tubing
Night Skiing 8 Trails/3 lifts
Twisted Pine Terrain Park with tabletops, rails, hits and funbox
Tubing Park with lift
Website: www.kingpine.com

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