Waterville Valley | ||
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State | United States of America | |
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Federated state | New Hampshire | |
Altitude | 479 m a.s.l. | |
Surface | 190.04 km² | |
Inhabitants | 247 (2010 census) | |
Prefix tel | 1 603 | |
POSTAL CODE | 03215 | |
Time zone | UTC-5 | |
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Waterville Valley is a tourist spot in the White Mountains region of the New Hampshire, home to numerous sporting competitions, including many races of the Alpine Skiing World Cup.
To know
Waterville Valley draws many visitors in the winter months with downhill skiing at Waterville Valley Resort and many miles of cross-country skiing trails. During the summer, attractions include a golf course, tennis courts and many excursions. The Mad River runs through the city and offers wonderful views all year round.
Background
Waterville Valley was first settled in the 1760s and incorporated as Waterville in 1829. The name Waterville Valley was only adopted in 1967.
How to orient yourself
How to get
By car
Take Exit 28 on I-93 and follow Route 49 East for approximately 11 miles.
How to get around
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Waterville Valley Resort is a pedestrian-friendly village, so once you get here, you can leave your car parked and easily walk or cycle around.
By public transport
There is also the option Waterville Valley Valley Resort Shuttle '' - Hop on the open cart for quick transport, or just enjoy a leisurely scenic ride across the valley
What see
Events and parties
What to do
- White Mountain Athletic Club (Route 49 across from Golden Eagle Lodge and Packard's Field), ☎ 1 603 236-8303. Swimming, fitness, weights, indoor tennis, games room.
- [link not working]Waterville Valley Golf Club, ☎ 1 603 236-4805.
- Waterville Valley Indoor Ice Arena (Ice Skating), ☎ 1 603 236-4813.
- Waterville Valley Tennis Center, ☎ 1 603 236-4840.
- Waterville Valley Resort (Skiing), 1 Ski Area Road, ☎ 1 800 468-2553.
- Boat trips. More than 30 kayaks, pedal boats and canoes available at the Town Square Pier.
- Bicycle. Scenic routes in the area
- Hiking.
- Fishing.
Shopping
There are many shops.
- The Adventure Center at Waterville Valley, ☎ 1 603-236-4666. A complete center for mountain biking and hiking, with retail sale of bicycles and accessories, rental, lessons and guided tours.
- Bookmonger, ☎ 1 603-236-4544. A great selection of books for both adult and young readers.
- Dreams & Visions Gifts, ☎ 1 603-236-2020. A unique shop for high quality gifts and for the home. Holly Yashi and Michael Michaud jewelry, Willow Tree figures, Hadley pottery, and wonderful New Hampshire products. Also sundresses, straw hats and bags, and skin care products.
- [link not working]I Dream of Beading & Artistic Gifts, ☎ 1 603-236-4166. Great selection of beads and supplies, gifts and reproductions of Russian artwork. Educational Beading Courses - You choose the beads, and the shop professionals help you do the rest!
- Jugtown Country Store (Town Square), ☎ 1 603-236-8662. Market of basic and gastronomic products. Green Mountain Coffee, New Hampshire maple products, Boar's Head meat and cheese rotisserie, fresh bread, cakes, breakfast pastries, wine, beer and more.
- Post Office, ☎ 1 603-236-8414. To purchase stamps and letters and postcards in the U.S. Postal Station.
- Toad Hall Toys, ☎ 1 603-236-4544. High quality American toys and games for fun in the summer sun and for indoor activities on rainy days.
- Waterville Valley Coffee Emporium, ☎ 1 603-236-4021. Handcrafted cups, teapots, creative kitchen accessories and more.
- [link not working]Waterville Valley Golf Pro Shop, ☎ 1 603-236-4805. A well-stocked sportswear store from Nike, Ping, Monterey Bay and Fairway Golf & Resort. Golf clubs and bags. It is located at the local golf club.
- Waterville Valley Shirt Company, ☎ 1 603-236-4660. The oldest and largest souvenir / gift shop in the Valley. Clothing, sweatshirts, t-shirts, t-shirts, swimwear, soft toys, candles, fleece and accessories for the whole family.
- Waterville Valley Tennis Pro Shop (Tennis Center), ☎ 1 603-236-4840. Everything for tennis.
- White Mountain Athletic Club's 1829 Shop (In the White Mountain Athletic Club), ☎ 1 603-236-8303. Swimwear, swimming goggles and pool accessories, Waterville Valley logo apparel, sweatshirts, luxury sportswear and trainers.
How to have fun
Where to eat
There are many restaurants and bars in the resort.
Average prices
- Coffee Emporium (On the second floor of building C), ☎ 1 603-236-4021.
- Coyote Grill (Second tier of the White Mountain Athletic Club), ☎ 1 603-236-4919.
- [link not working]Diamond's Edge North (second level), ☎ 1 603-236-2006.
- The Flying Burrito Bros (Olde Town Marketplace in Town Square), ☎ 1 603-236-8226.
OPEN SUMMER ONLY.
- Jugtown Coffee Shop, ☎ 1 603-236-8662.
- Jugtown Sandwich Shop, ☎ 1 603-236-3669.
- Legends 1291 Sports Bar (Town Square Lower Court), ☎ 1 603-236-4678.
- Olde Waterville Pizza Co. (Lower court, on the ground floor of the B Building), ☎ 1 603-236-FOOD (3663).
Where stay
Average prices
- [link not working]Black Bear Lodge, ☎ 1 800-349-2327.
- Golden Eagle Lodge, 28 Packard's Road, ☎ 1 888-703-2453.
- Snowy Owl Inn, 41 Village Road Waterville Valley, ☎ 1 800-766-9969.
- Town Square Condominiums, Town Square, ☎ 1 888-462-9887.
- The Valley Inn, 17 Tecumseh Road, ☎ 1 800-343-0969.
- Village Condominium, 8 Davos Way, ☎ 1 603-236-8301.
Safety
How to keep in touch
Around
Other projects
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