New England is a fabulous place in winter. One reason is the excess of skiing, snowboarding, and tubing hills available to the public like the Dartmouth Skiway. New Hampshire and Vermont have excellent slopes and hills, and if you love winter sports, then New England ought to be on your bucket list for winter vacation destinations.
Set your gaze to Norwich, Vermont, and Hanover, New Hampshire. Both are neighboring communities separated by the Connecticut River near wonderful skiing and tubing endeavors like the Dartmouth Skiway. You can start your winter sports journey at The Norwich Inn. It offers quaint and accommodating amenities. It’s also near more than a few skiing and tubing destinations.
Place To Ski, Snowboard, Tube In New England
There are multiple places worth visiting for winter sports near The Norwich Inn. Some are far but worth the drive, while others are minutes away from our front door.
Mount Tom Sledding Hill
This is a must-visit spot if you are traveling with children. Mount Tom Sledding Hill has a 500-foot slope and is completely free to use. The hill isn’t groomed, but it is still a popular spot for locals and visitors to have fun in the snow during winter.
Dartmouth Skiway
Another ski location adjacent to the Inn is the Dartmouth Skiway. It’s located about 20 minutes away from Dartmouth University and includes more than 30 trails to explore. The University’s ski team hosts skiing events during the Dartmouth Winter Carnival. In addition to the slopes, there is a terrain park for freestyle skiing and snowboarding. If it’s your first time, there are lessons available too.
Oak Hill Outdoor Center
The Oak Hill Outdoor Center is a real gem in the Upper Valley. The center is the catalyst for miles of cross-country skiing trails that take you throughout Hanover, New Hampshire. One of the special things you can do here is participate in a night ski on specific routes lit during the night.
Saskadena Six
This ski slope is one of the area’s older ones and is not far from us. Saskaddena Six (Formerly Suicide Six Ski Area) is more than 80 years old and offers plenty of thrills still to this day in South Pomfret, Vermont. The area has three lifts and 28 trails to explore. They provide skiing lessons, gear repair, and gear rentals, too. It is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Wednesday through Sunday.
Dartmouth Green
If you want to slow things down for a moment, try ice skating at Dartmouth Green. The rink is about 70 by 120 feet wide and open to the public. It’s a great reason to visit downtown Hanover and have fun, enjoy delicious food, and do a little shopping.
Artisans Park
At Artisans Park, you will find an excellent outdoor adventure outfitter called Great River Outfitters. They offer a variety of fun things to do all year round. In winter, you will find a variety of winter sports to participate in with your family and friends.
Dartmouth Hockey
If you are a hopeful student at Dartmouth College or you want to watch a hockey game, consider sitting down for a Dartmouth hockey game. Check out the college’s schedule for upcoming games for the men’s and women’s teams.
Stay At One Of The Best Inns Near Dartmouth Skiway
Whether you are interested in Dartmouth Skiway or Saskadena Six, it’s clear that one of the best inns near both is The Norwich Inn. The Norwich Inn’s history dates back to 1797, so your well-deserved Upper Valley getaway certainly won’t be short on historical significance. Call us today at 802-649-1143 to learn more about our lovely Inn (or check availability online).