Mt. Washington Auto Road

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1 Washington St
Gorham, NH 03581
Experience the dramatic beauty of the Presidential Range as you journey to the highest peak in the Northeast when you drive yourself or take a guided tour along the 7.6 mile Auto Road featuring four distinct ecological zones. First opened in 1861, the Mt. Washington Auto Road is America’s original man-made attraction. Visit gift shops, the Red Barn Museum, and our award-winning full service bar and restaurant at the energy-efficient Glen House Hotel. Make a day of it—book your guided kayak trip and bike rentals at Great Glen Trails Outdoor Center.

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Emma R.
10/6/2025

We loved the 2-hour drive up the mountain. The driver was safe, informative, and funny. Shout out Hans! One-hour at the top felt a little rushed at the top so if you have elderly members in your...

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Katherine A.
10/7/2024

Mt. Washington is the highest peak on the east side of the United States at 6288 feet! The Mt. Washington Auto Road ascends to the summit of the mountain and, for a fee, you can drive to the top...

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Breanna H.
10/27/2024

Wow !! Wow wow , this is well worth the 65 dollars to drive up. You have to do this. I'm going to let the pictures speak for themselves but I felt so free and alive ! If you're here , do this. You...

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Nico Samneil S.
6/25/2025

Scary drive but has ample of break/stop points. Make sure you are not afraid of heights as some corners are tight with no railings! Worth the experience. They give you the legendary sticker at the...

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Amanda G.
4/22/2024

Earth Day continues suckas! Listen this is a once in a lifetime thing. Not because you'll never make it to NH again, but because it's scary, your partner who insists on backseat driving will...

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