Owl's Nest Guidebook
Food scene
It is super convenient to walk to from any of our Owl's Nest Resort stays and has some of the best food and drink in the area.
18 locals recommend
Sunset Room
40 Clubhouse LnIt is super convenient to walk to from any of our Owl's Nest Resort stays and has some of the best food and drink in the area.
This restaurant is a local favorite that has great pizza and other dishes, friendly staff, and great drinks!
10 locals recommend
Grotto
5 Railroad SquareThis restaurant is a local favorite that has great pizza and other dishes, friendly staff, and great drinks!
Great drinks and food! Located right on Main Street in Plymouth, this is a great spot to enjoy people watching on there outdoor patio or enjoy the large menu that they offer.
13 locals recommend
Phat Fish
57 Main StGreat drinks and food! Located right on Main Street in Plymouth, this is a great spot to enjoy people watching on there outdoor patio or enjoy the large menu that they offer.
A local favorite that has delicious coffee and breakfast sandwiches. There are daily specials that they offer and all of their coffee is brewed in-house. Don't forget to ask for a grilled blueberry muffin!
84 locals recommend
Mad River Coffee House
18 Six Flags RdA local favorite that has delicious coffee and breakfast sandwiches. There are daily specials that they offer and all of their coffee is brewed in-house. Don't forget to ask for a grilled blueberry muffin!
They have a delicious breakfast and their maple syrup is made right in-house. This place is only open on the weekends and does get extremely busy during peak season. Would recommend getting here early!
65 locals recommend
Benton's Sugar Shack
2010 New Hampshire Rte 175They have a delicious breakfast and their maple syrup is made right in-house. This place is only open on the weekends and does get extremely busy during peak season. Would recommend getting here early!
They have delicious homemade sandwiches and breakfast sandwiches that are a must have in the area! Also, located in Biederman's Deli is Cafe Monte Alto for all of your delicious coffee needs & tea!
24 locals recommend
Biederman's Deli
83 Main StThey have delicious homemade sandwiches and breakfast sandwiches that are a must have in the area! Also, located in Biederman's Deli is Cafe Monte Alto for all of your delicious coffee needs & tea!
Not only is Six Burner Bistro a great place to dine and out, they also offer a to go take out counter!
65 locals recommend
Six Burner Bistro
13 Main StNot only is Six Burner Bistro a great place to dine and out, they also offer a to go take out counter!
A delicious local favorite that offers brick-oven pizza. They do become very busy, so I would suggest calling your order in early!
17 locals recommend
Tartaglia's Pizza
250 NH-49A delicious local favorite that offers brick-oven pizza. They do become very busy, so I would suggest calling your order in early!
They have great outdoor seating, an extensive menu, and also a great drink menu. Great for craft beer/microbrewery fans!
187 locals recommend
Woodstock Inn Brewery
135 Main StThey have great outdoor seating, an extensive menu, and also a great drink menu. Great for craft beer/microbrewery fans!
Favorite swim spots
This is a great swim spot for families and to spend a few hours relaxing in the sun! The water is shallow in several areas for younger children and there is a small beach that people do put beach chairs on. It is also very enjoyable to explore around the area as there are many beautiful waterfalls and rock formations nearby.
10 locals recommend
Eddy Day Use Area
This is a great swim spot for families and to spend a few hours relaxing in the sun! The water is shallow in several areas for younger children and there is a small beach that people do put beach chairs on. It is also very enjoyable to explore around the area as there are many beautiful waterfalls and rock formations nearby.
This is a great spot to enjoy the Pemi River. There is a picnic area that you can use, fishing, swimming, and many people also canoe! The parking lot does fill up quickly, so it's best to reserve your beach time online ahead of time or it is first come, first serve. There is a $5 per car charge.
Livermore Falls State Forest Pemi River Access
86 Livermore RdThis is a great spot to enjoy the Pemi River. There is a picnic area that you can use, fishing, swimming, and many people also canoe! The parking lot does fill up quickly, so it's best to reserve your beach time online ahead of time or it is first come, first serve. There is a $5 per car charge.
A great swim spot that has amazing views. If you are planning on spending time in Franconia Notch, this is a great spot to stop and enjoy some swimming and even boat rentals. Currently, due to covid, reservations are required currently so make sure to plan accordingly!
39 locals recommend
Echo Lake
A great swim spot that has amazing views. If you are planning on spending time in Franconia Notch, this is a great spot to stop and enjoy some swimming and even boat rentals. Currently, due to covid, reservations are required currently so make sure to plan accordingly!
Sightseeing
Just one of the many great spots to stop in Franconia Notch, this is an easy five minute hike from the parking lot. There are other hiking trails that you can reach from this spot, and also a biking trail that runs along the entire notch.
36 locals recommend
The Basin
The BasinJust one of the many great spots to stop in Franconia Notch, this is an easy five minute hike from the parking lot. There are other hiking trails that you can reach from this spot, and also a biking trail that runs along the entire notch.
Located in Franconia Notch, this is a beautiful ride up the mountain to see incredible views. Make sure to walk around the top of the peak to see all around great views and climb the tower. Reservations are recommended!
85 locals recommend
Cannon Mountain Aerial Tramway station
260 Tramway DrLocated in Franconia Notch, this is a beautiful ride up the mountain to see incredible views. Make sure to walk around the top of the peak to see all around great views and climb the tower. Reservations are recommended!
A great rock formation to check out in the area! If you are brave enough, some people do swim but it is very cold!
32 locals recommend
Sculptured Rocks Natural Area
251 Sculptured Rocks RdA great rock formation to check out in the area! If you are brave enough, some people do swim but it is very cold!
A short little hike that leads to a very beautiful waterfall. You can also continue on the trail and keep hiking around. Boots are definitely needed during Spring as it does get very muddy.
Rainbow Falls
47 Cummings Hill RdA short little hike that leads to a very beautiful waterfall. You can also continue on the trail and keep hiking around. Boots are definitely needed during Spring as it does get very muddy.
A moderate trail that is 2.3 miles. Has great views of the lake!
30 locals recommend
Rattlesnake Mountain
A moderate trail that is 2.3 miles. Has great views of the lake!
A beautiful drive that is well worth the time it takes. There is no service through most of the drive, so don't forget to download plenty of music! Also, a great stop during sunset and sunrise where many gather to watch.
39 locals recommend
Kancamagus Highway
A beautiful drive that is well worth the time it takes. There is no service through most of the drive, so don't forget to download plenty of music! Also, a great stop during sunset and sunrise where many gather to watch.
Favorite Attractions
This is an awesome attraction to explore, especially if you have children. Reservations are recommended ahead of time. The views are amazing and it's fun to explore all the caves. Make sure to bring comfy shoes and lots of water as there are a lot of stairs!
93 locals recommend
Lost River Gorge and Boulder Caves
1712 Lost River RoadThis is an awesome attraction to explore, especially if you have children. Reservations are recommended ahead of time. The views are amazing and it's fun to explore all the caves. Make sure to bring comfy shoes and lots of water as there are a lot of stairs!
A beautiful 1.3 mountain ascent with stunning mountain views. They also have several other activities located right at Loon Mountain such as the Adventure Center, Disc Golf, and more! Great activity for kids.
12 locals recommend
Loon Mountain Sports Retail & Demos
Brookway StreetA beautiful 1.3 mountain ascent with stunning mountain views. They also have several other activities located right at Loon Mountain such as the Adventure Center, Disc Golf, and more! Great activity for kids.
Skiing
Cannon Mountain Ski Resort
2650 Profile RdWaterville Valley Resort
1 Ski Area RdLoon Mountain Resort
60 Loon Mountain RdBretton Woods
99 Ski Area RdAttitash Mountain Resort
775 US-302Cranmore Mountain Resort
239 Skimobile RdBest Winter Tubing
Attitash Mountain Resort
775 US-302Cranmore Mountain Resort
239 Skimobile RdThe best tubing hill in the resort is located right on Hole #2!
26 locals recommend
Owl's Nest Resort & Golf Club
40 Clubhouse LnThe best tubing hill in the resort is located right on Hole #2!
Clubhouse Tubing & Warming Center
3 Lost Pass Rd