MOUNT WASHINGTON (2) Elevation: 6,288 ft

Mount Washington is the highest peak in the Northeastern United States at 6,288 ft. It is famous for its dangerously erratic weather, holding the record for the highest wind gust directly measured at the Earth's surface, at 231 mph (372 km/h) on the afternoon of April 12, 1934. It was known as Agiocochook, or "home of the Great Spirit", before European settlers arrived.

Mount Washington holds the most popular backcountry skiing destination in the east, Tuckerman's Ravine. There are also other bowls and shots to ski, but the extreme weather can make any route off this mountain very dangerous no matter how experienced you are.

WATERVILLE VALLEY (0) Elevation: 4,004 ft

Nestled in the heart of New Hampshire's White Mountains Waterville Valley is one of the East Coasts top ski resorts.

With more than a 2k foot vertical drop the "birthplace of freestyle skiing" is always worth a visit.

It makes a great stop for getting your legs ready for the bigger backcountry missions to the north off Mt. Washington, but can serve up its own choice tree-skiing powder days if you time it right.

A great staff, friendly locals, and lots of excited New Englanders make this a classic resort of the East.

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Backcountry skiing is dangerous. Use our online backcountry skiing guide at your own risk.