The Mount Washington Observatory is a private, nonprofit, member-supported institution with a mission to advance understanding of the natural systems that create Earth’s weather and climate. It serves this mission by maintaining a weather station on the summit of Mount Washington, performing weather and climate research, conducting innovative science education programs, and interpreting the heritage of the Mount Washington region.
OPERATING STATUS
ROAD STATUS: OPEN for modified Drive Yourself Traffic on weekends from 9am–4pm. Visitors can drive up to Winter Cut-off (4,200 feet), but we are not yet open to the summit.
Skiers & Hikers, take note: There is no parking for extended adventures until we are open to the summit. Thank you for your cooperation.
Only cars at this time. Later this season, motorcycle and ATV traffic will be welcome.
Know before you go:
• Main Base Lodge open daily (restrooms available)
• Cut-off Drive Yourself Rate: Adults $26 | Kids (4–12) $10
Interested in traveling higher up the road? Check out our Spring Adventure Tour (April & May).
2 Hour Summer Guided Tours: Reopening in early May, weather permitting.
Base Lodge Gift Shop: 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Pinkham Notch Market: 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM.
Great Glen Trails Outdoor Center: 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. *Call 603-366-233 or email [email protected] for retail appointments.
Summit Stage Gift Shop: Closed till Summer Operations
Red Barn Museum: Closed till Summer Operations
Hideaway Gift Shop & Gas Station: Closed till Summer Operations
Hiker Shuttle: Read important details here.
CURRENT SUMMIT CONDITIONS
For a full-screen version of the current summit conditions, see below or visit here.
For the most accurate weather forecast for conditions along the Auto Road visit the Mount Washington Observatory’s Higher Summits Forecast.