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As far as national parks go this one is on the pricier side to drive up the auto road (I’m comparing to recent experiences at Bandolier national park in New Mexico, for example) because they don’t charge per vehicle but rather by person in the vehicle, but still very much worth the price for the views along the way. No pictures from the very top this time because the summit was enveloped in a cloud, so pictures are of the view in mid-October as we came back down from the summit and pulled off in subsequently lower car turn-off points to cool the brakes of the car and enjoy the views. We were also (pleasantly) surprised that the gift shop at the top WAS open even though the toll booth attendant had warned us there was no facilities open at the top. Struck me as a bit strange.
Christina ChaplinChristina Chaplin
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Sitting atop the Northeast’s tallest peak, Mount Washington is the Mount Washington Observatory. Founded in 1932 On the afternoon of April 12, 1934, the Mount Washington Observatory recorded a wind speed of 231 mph - the world record for most of the 20th century and still the record for a measured speed, not produced by a tropical cyclone. the Mount Washington Observatory and Weather Station has been continually manned to record the weather and other atmospheric data. there is a live cam you can find on the web. The Summit of Mount Washington is either in the clouds or fog for at least 300 days per year. The Lowest recorded temperature on the Peak of Mt Washington is 47 Degrees F below zero.
Sanjay GuptaSanjay Gupta
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Superb climb up on a perfect weather day. Our van driver Carol was passionate and outstanding as she delivered a wonderful review of the history of the Auto Road and Mt. Washington...home to the worst weather in the world. An excellent take in and a must do if you are visiting this region. Pick a clear day if you can because the summit is often enveloped in clouds 70% of the time. Take a tour in the Observatory ( prebooked) and see the museum for detailed information on life at the top of the highest mountain in the Northeast and some of the tragedies that have occurred. Also the detailed story of the strongest wind gust ever recorded in April 1934.
Mo Chase - PowersMo Chase - Powers
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Really adorable little museum/discovery center. A great way to explore the science of what's going on up on Washington without having to suffer the brutal elements most of the year. I went with a friend (we're both in our early 30s) and we had a blast. Spent about 20 minutes straight at the water/wind activity, working on getting the little boat into it's harbor. Such an epically fun and simple challenge. This would be a perfect spot to bring kids on a rainy day, or even a sunny one! Oh and the gift shop is fantastic.
Kira LaFosse-BakerKira LaFosse-Baker
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Fun family place to experience hands-on science about weather. They had plenty of experiment stations, information displays, and a great 10-minute movie of the weather on Mount Washington. Takes about an hour to do everything. Our family enjoyed working together to try to get a boat blown into its dock. Definitely worth doing! Great gift shop too.
Brenda PBrenda P
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Nearby Attractions Of Mount Washington Observatory Offices
Conway Scenic Railroad
Zeb's General Store
Schouler Park
White Birch Books
Whitaker Woods
Stan & Dan Sports / Mountain Sports Lab
White Mountain Winery
Designed Gardens Flower Studio
Spruce Moose Lodge Bed and Breakfast
League of NH Craftsmen North Conway Fine Craft Gallery
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Delaney's Hole In the Wall
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2779 White Mountain Hwy, North Conway, NH 03860
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mountwashington.org
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The Mount Washington Observatory is a private, non-profit scientific and educational institution organized under the laws of the state of New Hampshire. The weather observation station is located on the summit of Mount Washington in New Hampshire.
attractions: Conway Scenic Railroad, Zeb's General Store, Schouler Park, White Birch Books, Whitaker Woods, Stan & Dan Sports / Mountain Sports Lab, White Mountain Winery, Designed Gardens Flower Studio, Spruce Moose Lodge Bed and Breakfast, League of NH Craftsmen North Conway Fine Craft Gallery, restaurants: Delaney's Hole In the Wall, Peach's Restaurant, May Kelly's Cottage, Flatbread Company, Horsefeathers, Vito Marcello's Italian Bistro, Priscilla's, Stairway Cafe, Elvio's Pizzeria & Restaurant, Frontside Coffee Roasters
