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Wildcat

Route 16
Pinkham Notch, N.H.
888-754-9453
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Wildcat begins its 51st year of lift-serviced skiing, and its location on White Mountain National Forest land means that there are no condos or huge ski houses along the slopes, a real skiers' mountain with affordable tickets, plenty of snow and great scenery. The 6,288-foot summit of nearby Mount Washington is the only thing taller than Wildcat's 4,000-foot peak, and this type of environment sometimes brings on high winds but also an average snowfall of almost 15 feet.

The Wildcat Express zips to the summit in just six minutes, and trails from there have sweeping views of Mount Washington. Beginners enjoy Wildcat as well with the Snowcat Novice Area, designed especially for novices.

MOUNTAIN INFO

Base elevation: 2,000 feet
Summit elevation: 4,062 feet
Vertical drop: 2,112 feet
Skiable acres: 225
Number of lifts: 4 (1 high-speed quad, 3 triples)
Number of Trails: 47
Trail Breakdown: 25 percent beginner, 45 percent intermediate, 30 percent expert
Must-ski trail: Lynx
Snow-making capability: 90 percent of skiable acres

HOURS

Weekdays 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.*
weekends/holidays 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Closed Christmas Day

PRICING

Full-day: Adult $59; teen (13-18) and college student, $49; junior (6-12) and senior (65-plus), $29; 5 years and under, free
Full-day lift plus rental: Adult $89; teen/college $79; junior/senior $59
Full-day lift plus rental plus lesson: adult $99, teen $89, junior $69, senior $10. Half-day lift $39

Season pass
All ages $599-$699, midweek only $499 (5 years and under $30); college student $279; senior (65-plus) $499

Lessons
Group 1-2 hours, $35; private one-hour $62, two-hours $112

Special Deals and Packages
Sunday Afternoon Cruise, ski and ride from noon to closing $20
AristoCat Tuesdays, ages 50-plus receive $10 off lift ticket and free 10 a.m. lesson plus free lunch (non-holiday)
Two-fer Wednesdays, two people ski or ride all day, $59 (non-holiday)
Ladies' Thursdays, receive $10 off lift ticket plus 10 a.m. lesson and free lunch plus 10 percent off nursery (non-holiday); birthdays, ski or ride free

OTHER SNOW ACTIVITIES

Snowtubing: Free three-minute shuttle service (available on weekends and holidays) from Wildcat Mountain to Great Glen Trails Outdoor Center, with Nordic skiing, snowshoeing and snow tubing.

Snowboarding: ATP Fly Zone Terrain Park.

Cross-country skiing: Free three-minute shuttle service (available on weekends and holidays) from Wildcat Mountain to Great Glen Trails Outdoor Center, with Nordic skiing, snowshoeing and snow tubing.

FOR THE KIDS

Lion's Den Ski (4-12) and Lion's Den Snowboard (6-12), includes lift, rental, lessons and lunch if full day, $99, full day; $69, half day
KinderCubs (3-4) $99, $69
Kitten Club Nursery (2 months - 5 years) full day $59 (includes lunch, indoor nursery); half day $39

OFF-SITE LODGING

Eastern Slope Inn: Resort-style property with 220 rooms; indoor swimming pool with sauna and Jacuzzis; specialty shops; and game room; 40 acres with cross-country trails on property; 25 miles to Wildcat. 2760 Main St., North Conway; 603-356-6321.

Wildcat Inn and Tavern: Historic inn and restaurant; choose from inn rooms, suites, or smaller rooms above the tavern; fine dining and drinks in attached restaurant; 15 miles to Wildcat. Route 16A, Jackson Village; 800-228-4245.

The Red Apple Inn: Motel-style accommodations with 17 rooms; deluxe rooms feature a gas-lit fireplace, queen bed and queen sofa bed, microwave and refrigerator; free coffee, tea and juice, continental breakfast during peak season; 11 1/2 miles from Wildcat. Route 302, Glen; 603-383-9680.

Nereledge Inn: Originally built in 18th century, 11-room historic B&B offers country breakfast, common areas with woodstoves or fireplaces, guest pantry with complimentary tea, coffee and cocoa; within walking distance to town shops and public skating rink; heated gear room for skis, packs and racks, with ski-waxing bench; 17 miles to Wildcat. 94 River Rd., North Conway; 888-356-2831.

Eastern Inns: B&B with two-room suites suited for families include two queen-size beds, separate living room with refrigerator and microwave oven, sleeper couch opens into double bed, divider door allows privacy; other rooms include king or queen beds; on eight acres north of the village, continental breakfast included in rates; 16 miles to Wildcat. 2955 White Mountain Hwy., North Conway, NH; 800-628-3750.

ON-SITE FOOD AND DRINK

Café Dining is a cafeteria-style dining area at the lobby level of the Base Lodge, open 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. (8 a.m. on weekends/holidays), with self-service beverages, deli and pizza counter, fries, chowders, chili and daily specials. The Wildcat Pub, upstairs in the Base Lodge, offers everything from light appetizers, soups, salads and wraps to burgers, club sandwiches and sweet potato fries. Sodas and draft beer also available, open daily 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

OFF-SITE FOOD AND DRINK

Wildcat Inn and Tavern: Both an inn and tavern, provides fine dining with entries that include New York sirloin, lobster orzo and roasted rack of New Zealand lamb, and tavern specialties ranging from martinis to micro brews. Route 16A, Jackson Village; 603-383-4245.

The Christmas Farm Inn: Accommodations and restaurant serving large breakfast buffet, lunch and dinners in colonial-style dining room; homemade breads, ice cream and desserts, seasonal menu, full wine list; popular Mistletoe Pub separate room near restaurant. Route 16B, Jackson, NH; 800-443-5837.

Eagle Mountain House: Bistro-style dining or country breakfast at Highfield's Restaurant, or lighter fare in the Eagle Landing Tavern, all part of Eagle Mountain House; champagne jazz brunch on Sunday. 179 Carter Notch Rd., Jackson; 603-383-9111.

The Wentworth: Restaurant with regional cuisine, extensive wine list. 1 Carter Notch Rd., Jackson Village, NH; 603-383-9700.

The White Mountain Cider Company: Seasonal dinner menu featuring regional ingredients; full selection of appetizers includes homemade "potato chips" drizzled with Gorgonzola cream; full bar and wine list; located in restored 1880's farmhouse. Route 302, Glen; 603-383-9061.

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