How to Go Skiing in Ragged Mountain, New Hampshire

Ski more than 200 acres at Ragged Mountain in New Hampshire. Marvel at the 2,250-foot summit and unlock the secret to great skiing and snowboarding with 9 lifts, 55 trails and a vertical drop of 1,250 feet. On-site lodging and trails for all skill levels help complement an affordable ski trip.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Computer with Internet access
• Valid credit card

Plan Your Ski Trip to Ragged Mountain

1. Visit the New Hampshire Division of Travel and Tourism Development Web site or call 800-FUN-IN-NH to book your hotel room or ski chalet (see Resources below).
2. Choose budget to moderately priced accommodations 15 miles from Ragged Mountain in New London or Bridgewater, New Hampshire.
3. Book a moderately expensive vacation home near the mountain with a full kitchen and multiple bedrooms that can sleep up to 14 people.
4. Stay atop Ragged Mountain in a cabin on the Northeast Peak. The rates in this area are very expensive, especially for larger cabins that sleep up to 30 people.
5. Hop in your car for the trip to Ragged Mountain, just 30 minutes outside of Danbury, New Hampshire off Route 104.

Enjoy Your Ski Trip to Ragged Mountain

6. Buy daily adult or teen lift tickets at the mountain, or purchase a 6 pack for a better rate.
7. Book your ski trip for the Carload Wednesday at Ragged Mountain. Skiers and snowboarders pay per car, up to 4 people.
8. Take advantage of the Welcome to the Snow program and get your non-skiing friends to Ragged Mountain for a 1-day package that includes equipment rental, lesson and lift ticket. Your reward is a free lift ticket for the day.
9. Ski at a discount during the Sunday special at Ragged Mountain, which is available to New Hampshire residents.
10. Call 603-768-3971 for the latest snowfall totals and slope conditions. You can also find this information online at the Ragged Mountain Web site (see Resources below).

Tips & Warnings

• Discount ski packages including tickets and rentals are often available online when you book your accommodations via the Internet.
• Although it can be a bit cold in New Hampshire, January is a good time to take a ski trip to the mountains if you want to beat the crowds.
• Kids under 5 ski for free at Ragged Mountain.
• Winter weather driving can be hazardous. Pack extra supplies, including a first aid kit.

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