Aerial view of the gondolas going up the mountain on a snowy day

All About Bretton Woods

Press & Media

Recognized as New Hampshire’s #1 ski resort and celebrated for the best snow and grooming in the East, Bretton Woods has earned national acclaim, including a top-three ranking among North America’s best ski resorts by Condé Nast Traveler. Our story continues to capture attention 52 years later for its dedication to snow sports, our community, and a blend of historic charm, modern luxury, and year-round adventure at the foot of Mount Washington and the Presidential Range.

Explore what leading publications, reviewers, and guests are saying, or experience firsthand why Bretton Woods continues to set the standard for mountain destinations.

Press & Media Inquiries

Contact

Céline McArthur

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Phone

603-278-3304

For media inquiries, interview requests, or press visits, please contact our Communications Team.

Press Releases

Check back often for updates and information on the latest and greatest across the resort.

New Bethlehem Express Quad II chairlift as seen from the base of Bretton Woods Ski Area

2025 • 2025

Grand Opening of BEQII Chairlift

December 6, 2025 BRETTON WOODS, N.H. Bretton Woods Club Members helped celebrate a major milestone this weekend as the resort officially opened the brand-new BEQII chairlift, affectionately nicknamed “Becky.” The high-speed quad is now spinning, giving skiers and riders faster access to expanded terrain and exceptional early-season conditions.

Bretton Woods Gondola over snowy terrain on blue bird day with Mount Washington in the background.

2025 • 2025

Opening Day of 2025-2026 Season

November 14, 2025 BRETTON WOODS, N.H. The Bretton Woods Ski Area opens Saturday, November 15, 2025, from 9 AM to 3:30 PM, officially becoming the first major ski area in New Hampshire to open for the 2025-2026 season.

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In-House Stories

Slopeside Spotlights

Slopeside Spotlight is a behind-the-scenes video series that brings you closer to the heart of Bretton Woods. Hosted by Céline McArthur, each episode highlights the people, passion, and moments that make this mountain and community so special, from golf to grooming, from guests to staff. It’s your insider’s look at what makes Bretton Woods and the Omni Mount Washington Resort & Spa more than just a destination.

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Lifting Up Our Community, One Chair at a Time

Bretton Woods hosts a one-of-a-kind chairlift auction supporting adaptive snow sports and the life changing work of New England Disabled Sports.

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Grand Opening of BEQ II Chairlift

Bretton Woods Club Members helped celebrate a major milestone this weekend as the resort officially opened the brand-new Bethlehem Express Quad II (BEQ II) chairlift, affectionately nicknamed “Becky.”

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Gondola evacuation training at Bretton Woods

Winter Gondola Evacuation Training

At Bretton Woods, a smooth, unforgettable gondola ride doesn’t just happen, it comes from training, teamwork, and a crew that puts in the work long before the first chair loads.

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Shadows of skiers on the Bethlehem Quad chairlift.

New BEQII High Speed Quad

The Bethlehem Express Quad, a staple of the resort for over 35 years, will be replaced with the brand-new BEQ II lift, an advanced, four-person Leitner-Poma detachable quad.

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Archive photo of original builders of the Mount Washington Hotel in 1902.

Family Legacy, Carved in Stone

A family from Italy and Maine came to the Omni Mount Washington Resort & Spa to walk in the footsteps of their ancestor, one of the original 250 Italian craftsmen who built this hotel back in 1902.

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In the News

A collection of recent articles and accolades featuring Bretton Woods and the Omni Mount Washington Resort & Spa.

Aerial view of Bretton Woods Ski Area with multiple groomed trails winding down a forested mountain.

SKI Magazine 2026 Reader Survey

#1 in New Hampshire, #5 in the East

Named number five in the East and number one in New Hampshire by Ski Magazine’s 2025 Resort Guide, Bretton Woods continues to set the standard for East Coast skiing. There is a lot to look forward to this season at Bretton Woods, including a new website and interactive map, new Bethlehem Express Quad II, "Mom Said No," double black diamond glade, RFID access for base-area lifts, and more.

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