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New England - Winter Activities

New England Winter Activities - Skiing, Cross Country Skiing, Ski Areas, Snowboarding, Snowmobiling

Winter in New England is a mosaic of contrasts that all fit together for a great travel experience. Bright, sunny days reflected against a covering of white lead into crystal-clear nights with a counterpane of moon and stars glistening overhead. It is also a day of invigorating outdoor activities a followed by slow-cooked comfort food next to a warming fire. Along the ocean the coastline quiets and its beauty takes on more somber coloring. New England’s cities pulse with cultural activities. But the real stuff of winter is snow. From one end to another New England provides locals and visitors with plenty of ways to get out and play.

Alpine ski areas range from full service mountain resorts and ski towns in Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine, to smaller-family oriented ski areas in every state. Those wishing to try downhill skiing or snowboarding may find the smaller areas more economical. The medium-sized to larger areas offer great lodging packages, more and longer runs, and a wide variety of off slope services from spas to sleigh rides. Apres-ski nightlife in the ski towns is exciting and vivid.

Cross country skiing and snowshoeing are the best way to enjoy winter in New England up close. Either activity is easy to learn. There are Nordic ski areas at major resorts as well as specific cross country ski and snowshoeing venues in both mountainous and less hilly regions. Equipment rentals and instruction are available. Many parks and reserves also maintain trails for skiing and snowshoeing.

Snowmobiling has become a major winter pastime. Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine maintain thousands of miles of interconnected snowmobiling trails. Outfitters and guides throughout snow country provide advice, guided tours, and rentals so experienced winter hikers and skiers can explore deeply into the backcountry.

Additional winter activities include snow tubing, horse-drawn sleigh rides, ice skating, and dog sledding.

For quick getaways at off-season rates travel to any of the numerous ocean-side lodgings that remain open year round. Shopping, dining and spa services are all available.


Winter in New England

• Connecticut • Maine
• Massachusetts • New Hampshire
• Rhode Island • Vermont


Ski Areas


• Connecticut • Maine
• Massachusetts • New Hampshire
• Rhode Island • Vermont


New England Ski Conditions


• Connecticut • New Hampshire
• Massachusetts • Vermont
• Maine



Duke Robillard -- Norfolk, CT
September 3, 2010
A Taste of The Litchfield Hills -- Lakeville, CT
September 4, 2010 to September 6, 2010
Prudence Crandall Day -- Canterbury, CT
September 4, 2010
Giant Pand Guerilla Dub Squad -- Norfolk, CT
September 5, 2010
Anniversary Celebration Concert & Reception with Shanghai String Quartet -- Falls Village, CT
September 5, 2010
Wang Chung -- Norfolk, CT
September 9, 2010
High Hopes Hoedown – Lyme, CT
September 11, 2010
Roxbury Farm Tour -- Roxbury, CT
September 11, 2010
Guitar Under the Stars -- Hartford, CT
September 11, 2010
Eli's Farm Dinner -- Hamden, CT
September 11, 2010
A Colonial Girl's Day Out -- West Hartford, CT
September 11, 2010
Friends, Family, and Unity Day -- Middletown, CT
September 11, 2010
Ronnie Spector --Norfolk, CT
September 11, 2010
Geology-of-the-Giant Hike -- Hamden, CT
September 12, 2010
Arts Festival -- Trumbull, CT
September 12, 2010
End of Summer 5-Star Clambake -- Wethersfield, CT
September 12, 2010
End of Summer 5-Star Clambake -- Wethersfield, CT
September 12, 2010
Architecture in the Post-Civil War & Pre-Guilded Age -- Norwalk, CT
September 16, 2010
Young Dubliners -- Norfolk, CT
September 17, 2010
Harvest Dinner Under the Stars -- South Glastonbury, CT
September 17, 2010
Chilifest -- New Haven, CT
September 18, 2010
Cornfest -- Wethersfield, CT
September 18, 2010
Irish Festival -- Milford, CT
September 18, 2010
Incredible India Festival -- Hartford, CT
September 18, 2010
Northeast Waterfowl Festival & Carving Competition -- East Hartford, CT
September 18, 2010 to September 19, 2010
Fly-In & Classic Car Show -- Simsbury, CT
September 19, 2010
Sunday in the Park -- New Haven, CT
September 19, 2010
Dinner on the Hill -- Farmington, CT
September 19, 2010
Great Big Sea -- Norfolk, CT
September 19, 2010
Native American Heritage Walk -- Washington, CT
September 19, 2010
Brews and Blues Beer Tasting -- Mystic, CT
September 23, 2010
Norwalk Boat Show -- Norwalk, CT
September 23, 2010 to September 26, 2010
Blues Traveler -- Westport, CT
September 24, 2010
Chrysanthemum Festival - Bristol
September 25, 2010 to September 26, 2010
Outdoor Antiques Show -- Lebanon, CT
September 25, 2010
Hearth Cooking Demonstration -- Wethersfield, CT
September 25, 2010
Apple Festival & Craft Show -- Old Saybrook, CT
September 25, 2010
Celebrating Agriculture -- Woodstock, CT
September 25, 2010
Miranda Vineyard Pig Roast -- Goshen, CT
September 25, 2010
Family Nature Day -- Litchfield, CT
September 25, 2010
Pipes in the Valley Celtic Festival -- Hartford, CT
September 25, 2010
Fall Fair -- Redding, CT
September 25, 2010
Judy Collins -- Bridgeport, CT
September 25, 2010
Candlewood Harvest Fest -- Danbury, CT
September 25, 2010
Chris Barron of the Spin Doctors -- Norfolk, CT
September 26, 2010
Autumn in the Park Fine Arts Festival -- Stafford Springs, CT
September 26, 2010
Fall Wildflower Hike -- Hamden, CT
September 26, 2010
"A Chorus Line" – New Haven, CT
October 1, 2010 to October 3, 2010
Gladys Knight -- Ledyard, CT
October 2, 2010
Capitol Steps – New Haven, CT
October 7, 2010
The Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artists Tour -- Ledyard, CT
October 8, 2010
So You Think You Can Dance Tour -- Ledyard, CT
October 9, 2010
Mystic Seaport Chowderfest -- Mystic, CT
October 9, 2010 to October 11, 2010
Spirits of Old Wethersfield -- Wethersfield, CT
October 9, 2010
Harvest Fair -- West Hartford, CT
October 16, 2010
“Hair” – New Haven, CT
October 22, 2010 to October 24, 2010
Je'Caryous Johnson's “Cheaper To Keep Her” – New Haven, CT
October 29, 2010 to October 30, 2010
Joan Baez – New Haven, CT
November 5, 2010
A Night to Remember – New Haven, CT
November 6, 2010
Aretha Franklin -- Ledyard, CT
November 20, 2010
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