White Mountains Snowshoe & Ski Weekend

We depart New York City on Saturday morning and drive into the heart of the White Mountains, the most magestic in the Northeast. Along the way, we will stop for lunch and bathroom breaks. Once we reach the cozy lodge, we may unload our bags and set up our home for the weekend. This afternoon, prepare to stretch your legs with a moderate hike through the most inspirational region in the area. We will return again to the lodge by 6:00 PM, where our home-cooked meal awaits, followed by sweets, entertainment or perhaps just a well-earned sleep.

Our journey begins at Pinkham Notch, a narrow valley eroded by geologic forces over millions of years. The Pinkham region is home to countless lakes, high peaks, cascading waterfalls and wildlife of all kinds. After a brief introduction into winter travel, we will polish our snowshoeing techniques and head into the Pinkham Notch wilderness. We will snowshoe past mind-blowing terrain and cover over five miles and 2,000 feet in elevation. You will surely be impressed by the comforts and ease of backcountry travel with the continued support and instruction from your Outdoor Bound guide. Along the way, you can expect a high calorie lunch and plenty of snacks to keep you well fueled. In the evening, you may read or play games by the fire, or just sit and enjoy our good company. If we are lucky enough to have clear skies, the winter constellations will not disappoint.

Today, Martin Luther King Day, follow your outdoor dreams. We have the option of exploring further by hiking, snowshoeing, nordic skiing, or simply relaxing in front of the fire at Joe Dodge Lodge. Whatever your dream may be, make it happen today. What better way to recognize your freedom than an adventure in the White Mountains, home to the state motto of “Live Free or Die”? All outdoor pursuits come under instruction and supervision of Outdoor Bound guides. At high noon, we will all congregate at the Lodge, pack up again and return to New York by 8:00 PM.

We offer adventures for everyone, no matter what your skill level. This guide will help you decide which trip is right for you.

• Activity

  How long (in hours) you may be active every day during the trip.

• Distances

  You should feel confident that you would be able to complete these distances every day of your trip.

• Surfaces

  What types of terrain you may encounter and should be prepared for on your trip.

• Elevation Change

  The largest elevation change you may encounter on your trip.

• Altitude

  The highest elevation you may reach on your trip.

• Activity

  1 – 3 hours

• Distances

  Walk or hike less than 3 miles

• Surfaces

  Flat terrain

• Elevation Change

  Little or none

• Altitude

  Less than 3,000 feet

• Activity

  2 – 5 hours

• Distances

  Hike up to 6 miles, cycle 10 – 30 miles most days

• Surfaces

  Flat or rolling terrain with some steeps possible

• Elevation Change

  Up to 1,500 feet per day

• Altitude

  Up to 6,000 feet

• Activity

  4 – 6 hours most days

• Distances

  Hike up to 10 miles, cycle 20 – 40 miles most days

• Surfaces

  Rolling or mountainous terrain with some steeps

• Elevation Change

  Up to 2,000 feet per day

• Altitude

  Up to 10,000 feet

• Activity

  5 – 8 hours most days

• Distances

  Hike up to 12 miles, cycle 30 – 50 miles most days

• Surfaces

  Mountainous, exposed terrain with steep ascents/descents and uneven trails

• Elevation Change

  Up to 3,000 feet per day

• Altitude

  Up to 14,000 feet

Experience required; doctor’s release may be required (if so, will be noted in trip description).

• Activity

  10 plus hours per day

• Distances

  Hike 12 or more miles, cycle 50 miles most days

• Surfaces

  Remote mountainous, exposed terrain with steep ascent and descents, uneven trails with loose features

• Elevation Change

  Up to 4,000+ feet per day

• Altitude

  May well exceed 14,000 feet