Scenic rock views, a mountain hike and historic places give a stay in Bartlett different points of focus. Alongside nature experiences, there is local history, attractions and seasonal recreational activities. You can choose the topics that interest you most for your trip.

Viewpoints and trails: different perspectives

The road up to 700-foot Cathedral Ledge is one mile long. From the top, the view stretches across the Saco River Valley to the White Mountains. You can experience Table Mountain on a hike: the round trip is four miles long and leads over exposed rocky ledges; along the way, there are views of Mount Chocorua and Mount Passaconaway. Access is via Bear Notch Road and the Attitash Trail. Trail conditions and access can vary seasonally, so check both before setting out.

Bear Notch Road connects Bartlett Village with the Kancamagus Highway; there are several viewpoints along the route. This offers another way to take in the scenery along the way. Road access and seasonal opening dates may change. Check the current situation before planning your drive.

Local history at the museum and bridge

The Bartlett Historical Society and Museum presents the history of Bartlett, including Glen and Intervale. The building is listed on the New Hampshire State Register of Historic Places. It was formerly St. Joseph Church, built in 1890 and later renovated and converted into a museum.

The Bartlett Bridge offers a different historical perspective: it is a covered Paddleford truss bridge over the Saco River, built in 1851. Bartlett’s history thus spans the former church building and the museum’s subject matter to a distinctive bridge structure.

Attractions and seasonal offerings

Story Land opened in Glen in 1954. Today, it features more than 50 attractions, including Roar-O-Saurus, Polar Coaster, Swan Boats, Antique Cars and Teacups. Moo Lagoon is a water play area with water slides and themed water sprayers. The range of offerings gives you specific options if you want to plan your stay around attractions or water play.

Cathedral Ledge State Park is generally open for recreational activities at all times unless a notice indicates a closure or restriction. Check for such notices before your visit.

At Attitash, a free shuttle connects the Attitash Base Area, the Bear Peak Base Area and the parking lots. Attitash also offers private and group lessons for children and adults; lesson offerings may vary by season.

Snowmobile offerings are also seasonal: Northern Extremes Snowmobile Rentals offers guided snowmobile tours and self-guided snowmobile rentals in the White Mountain National Forest from its headquarters in Bartlett. If you plan this activity, keep in mind that these offerings are seasonal.

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