Gunstock Ski Area, New Hampshire Resort Information

Gunstock Ski Area

Overview

Resort Statistics

Lift Statistics

Trail Statistics

Other Services

Contact Info

Directions

Gunstock is located in Gilford, N.H., just under two hours from Boston and less than one hour from the coast. At Gunstock experience tradition, innovation, excellence and value. This ski area has 46 trails on 220 skiable acres and is geared toward intermediate family skiing. A 700-foot half-pipe for snowboarders is located near the base of the summit chair. Snowboards and snow runner can be rented. Night skiing adds a new dimension to the sport at Gunstock. On the practical side, night skiing is easy on busy schedules and tight budgets.

Gunstock's Ski School is PSIA-certified, and parents will appreciate special SKIwee programs at the Buckaroo Children's Center. Generations of skiers have shared the tradition of family skiing and value. At Gunstock there is a challenge for every member of the family, from cross-country to snowboarding and night skiing. Centered in the heart of New Hampshire's lake region, there are a variety of lodging accommodations, restaurants and shops to choose from, as well as non-skiing activities. Gunstock is located off I-93 at Exit 20, then take Route 3 to Route 11A. Thirteen miles from the interstate, follow the signs to the area.

Ski season dates	November 2007 - March 2008
Skiable Acreage	220 acres (89 hectares)
Average Annual Snowfall	100 in (254 cm)
Summit Elevation	2,300 ft (701 m)
Base Elevation	900 ft (274 m)
Vertical Drop	1,400 ft (427 m)
Longest Run	13,200 ft (4,023 m)
Terrain parks	Yes
Snowmaking	80%

Number of Lifts	8	Lift Capacity	: 7,000 per hour

Detachable Quad Chair	-	Double Chairs	2
Hi-Speed Quads	-	Surface Lifts	3
Triple Chairs	2	Handle Tow	-
Quad Chairs	1	Platter Pull	-

	Easy	8%
	Intermediate	72%
	Advanced/Expert	20%

Child Care	Yes	Restaurants	Yes
Adaptive Skier	Yes	Snowboard Rentals	Yes
Ski Lessons	Yes	Snowboard Lessons	Yes
Ski Rentals	Yes	Cildren's Programs	Yes
Nearby Lodging	Yes	Women's Programs	Yes

Email Address List:

Guest Services: info@gunstock.com
Website: webmaster@gunstock.com
Group Sales Office: groupsales@gunstock.com
Marketing Department: marketing@gunstock.com
Sales Department: sales@gunstock.com
Gunstock Campground: camping@gunstock.com
Ski & Stay: skistay@gunstock.com
Employment Info: jobs@gunstock.com

Phone Numbers:

General Info: 1-800-GUNSTOCK
603-293-4341

Ski & Stay: 1-866-SKISTAY

Fax:
Guest Services - 603-293-8915
Business Office - 603-293-4318

Address:

Mailing:
Gunstock Mountain Resort
PO Box 1307
Laconia, NH 03247-1307

Shipping:
Gunstock Mountain Resort
719 Cherry Valley Road
Gilford, NH 03249

Gunstock Mountain Resort is the closest major resort to Boston and the New Hampshire Seacoast.

From I-93 North: Take exit 20 in Tilton, NH. Turn left on Rte. 3N. Travel along Rte. 3N for about 10 minutes. Bear right onto the Laconia By-Pass 3/11 (just past the Belknap Mall). Take the second exit, Rte.11A in Gilford. Turn right at end of exit ramp. Follow 11A east approximately 5 miles to Gunstock Mountain Resort. Entrance is on the right.

From I-95 North: Just south of Portsmouth take split to Routes 4 & 16 (Newington). This will put you on the Spaulding Turnpike. Take Spaulding Turnpike to exit 15W for Rte. 11W to Alton. Stay on Rte. 11 around Alton traffic circle and around Alton Bay. Take a left onto Rte. 11A. Take Rte. 11A approximately 5 miles to Gunstock entrance on left.

If you are traveling from South or West of Boston MA, it may be best to travel north on I-95 or I-495 and then exit off onto I-93 north. This route is probably quicker than following I-95 to Portsmouth NH, although traffic conditions can vary.

If you are using a navigational tool our physical address is:

719 Cherry Valley Road
Gilford, NH 03249