Sometimes in New Hampshire, it feels like we live in the Arctic, so it can be almost disappointing to remember that we drive cars, not sleighs, and that there is a sad dearth of reindeer. That said, New Hampshire does in fact have its very own ice castle. It’s like something straight out of a movie, and you absolutely have to visit these ice castles in New Hampshire this winter.

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The Ice Castles in New Hampshire typically open in late December or early January, depending on conditions. Keep an eye on the Ice Castles website for details about opening dates and tickets, which folks can generally start purchasing in late November. Check out this video from Adventuring in the Moment to inspire you to see this fantastic ice castle for yourself.

Looking for more winter fun in New Hampshire? Check out this natural ice skating rink — it’s one of our favorite winter day activities in New Hampshire!

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Ice Castles in New Hampshire

Is New Hampshire the only state with ice castles?

New Hampshire isn't the only state that has an ice castle you can also find them in several other states. Here are the other places where you can find ice castles in the US:

 

Jaw-dropping, awe-inspiring, massive, and marvelous, you'll be blown away by the grandeur of these amazing creations!

What are some other winter activities in New Hampshire?

Another great winter activity in New Hampshire is finding all of the majestic frozen waterfalls.

If you enjoyed visiting the ice castles in New Hampshire, you'll be delighted by the numerous frozen waterfalls in New Hampshire, too. Diana's Baths sits near both North Conway and Bartlett and it offers one of the most wonderful ways to appreciate New Hampshire's spectacular outdoors, especially during the winter. Other waterfalls in New Hampshire that often freeze include Milford Falls, Cloudland Ice Falls, Claremont Mills Waterfalls, Arethusa Falls, and Smarts Brook Falls!

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