Things to do in North Conway & Around
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Mountain Lake
Two miles west of North Conway via River Rd, this placid mountain lake lies at the foot of White Horse Ledge, a sheer rock wall. A scenic trail circles the lake. There is also a mile-long auto road and hiking trail leading to the 700ft-high Cathedral Ledge, with panoramic White Mountains views. Both Cathedral Ledge and nearby White Horse Ledge are excellent for rock climbing. This is also a fine spot for swimming and picknicking, but there’s no camping.
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Eastern Mountain Sports Climbing School
Eastern Mountain Sports Climbing School sells maps and guides to the WMNF, and rents camping equipment, cross-country skis and snowshoes. Year-round, the climbing school offers classes and tours, including one-day ascents of Mt Washington, and the grueling Presidential Range traverse. Climbing lessons cost between $150 and $220 per day, depending on how many are in a group (three maximum).
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Met
Just north of Schouler Park, this small coffeehouse is the best place in town for a cup of coffee or a pastry. You can sink into a plush sofa, or grab a table out front in the summer and enjoy the passing people parade. Artwork (all for sale) decorates the walls and baristas play an eclectic mix of world tunes and jazz. High-speed internet connections and computers are also available.
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Mt Cranmore Resort
Mt Cranmore Resort, on the outskirts of North Conway, has a vertical drop of 1200ft, 40 trails (36% beginner, 44% intermediate and 20% expert), nine lifts and 100% snowmaking ability. There’s also a terrain park, tubing and abundant facilities for non-skiers (including a Jacuzzi, swimming pool, climbing wall and indoor and outdoor tennis courts).
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Shalimar of India
Featuring exposed-brick walls and lantern-like ceiling lamps, this friendly Indian restaurant serves many traditional dishes. Aside from tandooris, kormas and curries, Shalimar has a children’s menu that radically redefines cuisine from the subcontinent: meatballs and chicken nuggets, anyone?
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Conway Scenic Railroad
Nostalgia at its finest, the Conway Scenic Railroad runs an antique steam train on a variety of excursions from North Conway through Mt Washington Valley and dramatic Crawford Notch. It's a real stunner, especially during the fall foliage season.
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Moat Mountain Smokehouse & Brewing Co
Come here for a plate of BBQ ribs, a bowl of beefy chili or a juicy burger. Wash it down with one of eight brews made on site. The friendly bar also has a pool table and dart boards, so it’s a fun place to hang around.
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Peach's
This peachy place, a half-mile south of the chamber of commerce, really captures a small-town feel. Who can resist fruit-smothered waffles, hearty omelets and homemade soups served in somebody's cozy living room?
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Saco Bound
If you're up for a water adventure, Saco Bound rents canoes and kayaks and also offers guided tours ranging from placid lake paddles to day-long white-water outings.
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Café Noche
For good Tex-Mex fare topped with real-deal salsas head to this festive central Conway spot. The margaritas, in a head-spinning variety of flavors, will rev up the appetite.
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Bellini’s
Come here for Italian cuisine served in huge portions at moderate prices. The menu includes all the classics, from eggplant parmigiana to a 13oz sirloin steak.
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Horsefeathers
The most popular gathering place in town has an encyclopedic menu featuring pasta, salads, sandwiches, burgers, bar snacks and main-course platters.
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