A ski gondola carries riders up a snowy mountain at Bretton Woods.

Scenic Gondola Rides

Take in Epic Views of the Snow-Capped Mountains

Enjoy some of the best views in the White Mountains aboard the Bretton Woods Skyway Gondola. This breathtaking ascent takes you from the Base Lodge to the top of Mount Rosebrook, where panoramic views of the Presidential Range await. At the summit, you’ll find exceptional options for on-mountain dining inside the Rosebrook Lodge, including the Switchback Grille, Crystal Hills, and Peaks Café.

  • Weekends only (Saturdays and Sundays): May 31–June 8, 2025

    Open daily: June 14–October 19, 2025

    Hours of operation: 10:00 am–3:30 pm, rain or shine*

    *Hours of operations may change due to private events at the Rosebrook Lodge.

    • Children four years old and under ride free, but must be accompanied by a paying adult.
    • The last gondola up departs at 3:30 pm. Guests taking the last ride up at 3:30 pm will not be able to disembark at the top—round trip only.
    • Operating schedule may be affected by inclement weather such as wind or lightning, as well as private events.
    • A gondola ride ticket does not guarantee seating at Switchback Grille.

    Summit Hiking Trails

    West Mountain Hiking Trail

    Follow small rock cairns across the rock ledges to a beautiful viewpoint overlooking the Zealand Valley and Pemigewasset Wilderness. Views to the right are of Vermont and ski trails on Mount Mansfield. Easy to moderate hike starting to the right of the gondola summit. Follow the hiking trail markers and snowshoe signs. Near the summit of West Mountain the trail levels off and heads left.

    • Length: 1.6 miles out and back
    • Elevation gain: 510 feet

    Two Miles Home Hiking Trail

    Follow the Two Miles Home ski trail and hiking sign markers. The trail winds around the outer boundary of the ski area from the base of the gondola to/from the summit.

    • Length- 2 miles one-way
    • Elevation gain- 1300 feet