White Mountain Trail
Visitor Services

Service	Description	Service	Description
	Fees There are no fees for driving the byway; however, unattended cars in the National Forest need a recreation pass.		Bicycle/Pedestrian Facilities Most of the byway is great only for advanced bicyclists because of the tight shoulder widths and very steep segments. There are a... [more]
	Camping Camping is available in the White Mountain National Forest. Links to reserveUSA.com to make reservations at nearby campgrounds:... [more]		Food There are places to buy food along this byway.
	Gasoline Gasoline is available.		Information There is an authoritative information center along this byway.
	Lodging There is overnight lodging along this byway.		Retail There are places to shop along this byway.

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Special Considerations

The White Mountain Trail can safely and conveniently accommodate two-wheel drive vehicles with standard clearance. It is also safe for tour bus travel. Except for Bear Notch Road, the highway is maintained year-round, including snow plowing during the winter months. There are several safety hazards relating to winter driving conditions due to winter storms, collision of vehicles with moose, and improper parking along the highways. Although moose present one of the most exciting viewing opportunities along the highway, they can cause traffic control and safety problems as people stop to view and take pictures. At some locations along the highway, informal parking can cause hazards.

Cars left unattended in the White Mountains National Forest require a "recreation pass," which is available on site for $3/day, or at visitor centers and outfitters for $5/week or $20/year (as of Jan. 2006.)

Restrictions

Bear Notch Road is closed to automobiles during the winter months. The road is not winter maintained from approximately November to March. It is utilized during the winter months as a snowmobile corridor and for cross-country skiing.

Cars left unattended in the White Mountains National Forest require a "recreation pass," which is available on site for $3/day, or at visitor centers and outfitters for $5/week or $20/year (as of Jan. 2006.)

Seasons

Best Time to Drive

The roads on the major portion of the loop (Routes 302, 16, 3, I-93 and 112) are open year round.

High Season

Summer and winter are the busiest seasons on the byway.

Road Conditions

To find up to date information about the road conditions along White Mountain Trail, please visit the FHWA listing of web sites for more information.

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