Local Attractions
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
Local Adventures, Attractions & Activities
Our central White Mountain location gives you access to plenty of White Mountain adventures close by.
The famous bear entertainment, 25 minutes South
The famous bear entertainment, 25 minutes South
AMC Playscape
10 minute ride in Crawford Notch, Outdoor Natural playground
35 minutes East on 302, then turn left onto route 16
East on 302, winter skiing & summer water park, kids pool, biking, climbing, lift ride & Alpine Slide
25 minutes to Lincoln, NH
5 miles, a year-round white mountain forest adventure
25 minutes in Lincoln, NH, tree top zipline & off road tours
5 miles to entrance on route 302
10 minutes East on Route 302 in Crawford Notch
35 minutes from here nice scenic drive
25 minutes south on Route 93 in Lincoln, NH
9 miles from here, mountain view scenic ride & winter skiing & lessons
5 miles from here, Alpine & Nordic skiing, lessons & winter festivities
25 minutes from here, skiing, ice skating, terrain park & snow tubing
The Flume, The Basin & Old man of the Mountain historic site – 9 miles from here
The Lost River Gorge & Boulder Caves
35 minutes, Follow the lost river thru the gorge, caves & Boulders
Tax free outlet shopping only 30 minutes away
National Scenic Byway #6
We are on the 100 mile drive within the White Mountains National Forest
AREA HIKING
Twin Mountain-Bretton Woods is a central location for the white mountain hiking trails, they surround us. Mount Washington, Franconia Notch, Crawford Notch & the Kancamagus is just to name a few areas that are close by. Enjoy a hiking experience on several trails in different scenic areas during your stay with us. The scenic views are just spectacular. We are located directly on America's 100 mile National Scenic byways #6 & close to the theKancamagus Scenic Byway in the White Mountains so the hiking views are plentiful-don't forget your camera!
Birding, Day Hikes, Nature Walks, Wildlife photography & hunting guide
Mount Washington Hiking Trails
15 minutes East on 302
The Flume Gorge & Cannon Mountain Tramway- 9 miles South on Route 3, lots of hiking trails with scenic views
1 mile on Route 302 East
The Lost River Gorge & Boulder Caves, located in New Hampshire’s Kinsman Notch in the White Mountains, is a land of spectacular beauty forged by the powerful forces of water, wind, weather, and time.
Hikes & unique swimming areas along the river
Carroll Motel & Cottages Activities
After your adventurous day in the area of white mountains, you can come back & relax, start up a family outdoor game, swim, or prepare dinner on the grill while the kids play at the playground. A campfire gathering area is great for nighttime socializing & marshmallows. Some cottages do have their own fire pits also.
- Heated 20 x 40 pool **Open mid-June until after Labor Day weekend each year**
- Large Playground with see-saw, tall slide, whirlie twirl, and much more
- Lawn games-Croquette, Bocce, frisbee
- Free wireless internet connection
- Horseshoe pits – Regulation size set up
- Volleyball, Tetherball, Bat mitten, basketball hoop
See What Guests Are Saying About Us
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Nice family run motel. Rooms are very clean. They are very accominating. This was my 3rd time staying here while up here attending the NH Highland Games. Stayed in their... read more 
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November 4, 2022M21Falcon
I didn't think much of the place when our group arrived but it grew on me. The place is clean, the owners were very nice and accommodating. The cleaning staff... read more
June 18, 2017aroche123 Every summer we stay at Carroll Motel & Cottages and can honestly say it is the highlight of our summer! The cottages are always very clean and welcoming and... read more
July 10, 2017 - justice015
Any way we stayed there 3years ago and the lady said she was selling the p, lace. We came back this year and now she seems to be selling the... read more
July 20, 2019Kayla R We try and get up here yearly to enjoy all that the white mountains have to offer during the summer time. This has by far been a favorite place for... read more
July 23, 2019Stan H Stayed two nights in mid June. Very clean, and the owners obviously take pride in their units. But when other reviewers use "cozy", they really mean small. Not a big... read more
June 22, 2017