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: The Mt. Washington Auto Road is currently closed and will reopen Saturday, May 2nd, weather permitting
Last car up at 4:00 pm
ATVs Welcomed
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: Closed April 29 – May 4th. *Call 603-466-2333 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.