North Conway, New Hampshire

North Conway is a census-designated place (CDP) and village in eastern Carroll County, New Hampshire, United States.

The area is home to Cathedral Ledge (popular with climbers), Echo Lake State Park, and Cranmore Mountain Resort.

Chartered in 1765 by colonial Governor Benning Wentworth, the town is named for Henry Seymour Conway, ambitious son of a prominent English family, who was elected to the House of Commons at age 20, fought at Culloden, and became Secretary of State.

Early settlers called the area Pequawket (known colloquially as "Pigwacket"), adopting the name of the Abenaki Indian village which stretched down the Saco River to its stockaded center at Fryeburg, Maine.

In 1932, "snow trains" began carrying enthusiasts to "the birthplace of American skiing", as North Conway is known.

North Conway remains a popular destination due to its shopping, recreation, and attractions.

North Conway and its surrounding towns offer hiking in the White Mountain National Forest.

In late September through early October, tourists arrive to see the autumn foliage on the surrounding mountains and forests.

The Conway Scenic Railroad features train rides that leave from the village's Victorian station.

Washington Valley, and is a low north-south running mountain ridge flanking the east side of Route 16.

Aerial view of North Conway and Mount Cranmore
Aerial view of North Conway in 1921
Cathedral Ledge in 1914
White Horse Ledge and Echo Lake c. 1908
The Kearsarge House c. 1910, an early grand hotel
Map of New Hampshire highlighting Carroll County