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Your Window to Bretton Woods

Discover the stories behind Bretton Woods from our unforgettable outdoor adventures, unique experiences, and exciting events, to the crew that makes it all possible. We have endless inspiration for your next visit to our neck of the woods.

  • A man and woman lay in the crisp white snow making snow angels together at Mount Washington Resort and Spa.

    The Heart of Winter

    Midweek Winter Escape

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  • A person walking in the snow on a sunny day at Bretton Woods

    Behind-The-Scenes

    I Am A Snowmaker

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  • Nick Storella, owner of Lonesome Woods in Bethlehem, New Hampshire, and season pass holder at Bretton Woods.

    Local Lines

    Nick Storella & Lonesome Woods

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    Slopeside Spotlight

    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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    Groomer Brad Shed is interviewed in the groomer for the Slopeside Spotlight series.
    NEDs blind skier at Bretton Woods
    • Groomer Brad Shed is interviewed in the groomer for the Slopeside Spotlight series.
    • NEDs blind skier at Bretton Woods

      Slopeside Stories Archive

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      See more behind-the-scenes stories from Bretton Woods and the Omni Mount Washington Resort & Spa.

      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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      Pastry on display at Omni Mount Washington Hotel

      Made From Scratch

      This week, we spotlight Pastry Sous Chef Kateri Gibson and her talented team. From the pastry case at Morsels to custom wedding and birthday cakes, they bring care and creativity to every bite.
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      A person walking in the snow on a sunny day at Bretton Woods

      I Am A Snowmaker

      At Bretton Woods, the snow doesn’t just fall, it’s crafted. Our snowmaking team works through the coldest hours of the night while the rest of the mountain sleeps, fine-tuning every flake and trail to deliver what many call the best grooming in the East.
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      Gallery

      A Portrait of Bretton Woods

      Browse some of our favorite shots from the slopes, trails, greens, and treetops of Bretton Woods.

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      Two skiers glide down a snow-covered mountain trail surrounded by tall evergreen trees at Bretton Woods.
      Aerial view of Bretton Woods on a sunny fall day
      Black and white portrait of Bretton Woods Ski Area trail crew in the woods during a summer work day.
      • Two skiers glide down a snow-covered mountain trail surrounded by tall evergreen trees at Bretton Woods.
      • Aerial view of Bretton Woods on a sunny fall day
      • Black and white portrait of Bretton Woods Ski Area trail crew in the woods during a summer work day.