MAPLE VILLA GLADE
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Intervale, NH
Nestled just beyond the bustling village of North Conway, NH, amidst a variety of old school hospitality in the form of B&B’s, motels and cabins, lies Maple Villa Glade in the White Mountain National Forest on Bartlett Mountain. Originally constructed in 1933 by the Civilian Conservation Corps, the Maple Villa Glade blends a mix of expert to intermediate terrain including a meandering skin track to the upper elevations that puts the mind at ease. With spectacular views of Mt. Washington, you’ll want to explore all three sections of Maple Villa which offers something different for a variety of abilities.
Revived in 2018, the Maple Villa Glade now begins at the Ware Preserve, a 48 acre parcel of land owned by Upper Saco Valley Land Trust, which was formerly owned by local resident and passionate conservationist, Dick Ware. The zone is spread into three sections, with the east zone designed to lap the upper glade lines which run approximately 800 vertical feet each (or 1,700 feet down to the parking lot), the west zone for solitude, or the Pine Hill area for steep powder stashes on dawn patrol missions. Or, simply have a mellow ski down Maple Villa as they did 85 years ago. Many of the glade lines have historical or geographical ties including the former CCC trail, the abutting former Intervale Ski Area, and legendary skiers who once shredded these lines way before us.
For gear shops, skiing and apparel needs, be sure to check out Ragged Mountain Equipment. Visit Moat Mountain Smoke House & Brewery for back-près options, or Lucy Hardware for any hardware or general outdoor needs, including a sweet new chainsaw.
TOUR: Full day touring; terrain for all abilities
PARKING: 70 East Branch Road, Intervale, NH
OVERFLOW PARKING: 13 Town Hall Road, Intervale, NH (next to Ledge Brewing Co). Look for signs, once you pull in please veer right and follow signs into the overflow lot. This is private property we lease from the owner, please be respectful!
ELEVATION: Starting 500: Ending 2200
VERTICAL DROP: 1700 feet top to bottom
MAPS: Download OR Avenza Maps
