AAnonDez. 2025 · Google
★★★★★They have ads for hotels/motels, campgrounds, things to do in the area, and other businesses. Great variety of maps and ads. My only negative comment about this place would be the lack of ski area maps/ads like Bretton Woods, Waterville, Attitash, Wildcat, Cranmore, and Cannon. They did have Loon trail maps though, which makes sense since look is down the street from this place. The ladies at the desk were super nice and have no problem with people who take a lot of brochures and maps.
An exemplary visitor center with local/regional guide brochures and maps, helpful staff at the main service desk, a nice retail space with reasonably priced souvenirs and clothing items, and a wonderful exhibit/educational space. Clean restrooms. Ample parking available. ADA facility for physically disabled.
Stopped in to get some info on trails and sites to see in the area. The staff there was very friendly and were very helpful. We left with a few maps and some good info. The bathrooms were clean. There is a national park section that has some educational information. They have a few souvenirs.
It's not clear whether the information centre is being operated by the NH state or the private ownership. Good to know that maps, pamphlets, and as needed info are available; however, at the Cog Base Railway Station or at Resorts/ Hotels, various maps and pamphlets are available, which are not comprehensive or are confusing. It will be appreciated if a Comprehensive Map to the scale ( showing all roads, locations and details) is developed by the Visitors Centre for whole White Mountains Areas of New Hamshire in a Map-cum- booklet form. Gift Shop and Museum are already available; hopefully, the price structure of items will be kept reasonable.Staff is helpful...
Wonderfully helpful sending us for a day filled with waterfalls and covered bridges but despite all efforts, no moose
We would have been lost without the helpful advice of visitor center staff member Chris who highlighted maps for us and gave us tailored information to our trip needs and desires. This was such a helpful place to stop and learn more, and ask questions!
This visitor center is a really nice addition to a low-key vacation in the White Mountains. They have a quaint gift shop as well as a museum, and my all-time favorite elongated smooshed pennies. The staff was very friendly and offered to answer any questions that I might have. There was an interesting topographical map of the region on display which really helps to see what an interesting place that the White Mountains truly are. Definitely recommend a family stop here if you've never been to the area, and a great place to stop before making the rest of your vacation plans.
Good first stop when driving the Kanc, or heading in to do some hiking. Also lots of info, pamphlets and maps for surrounding destinations. If you are doing a specific hike for the first time ask a ranger, they’ll have some info on how hard and how long you should expect it to take.
Right off the highway exit, basically across the street. Good to get a map, or ask questions here as you won’t have much of any cell phone reception once you pass Lincoln Woods.