TL;DR
The 2022-23 ski season in New Hampshire proved to be a resounding success, defying initial concerns of warm weather and limited snowfall. According to Ski New Hampshire, ski areas in the state saw a significant 13% increase in skier and snowboarder visits, outperforming the national average. Despite some delayed openings, the March snowfall allowed most areas to meet their planned closing dates, with some even extending the season. The strong finish was reflected in the data, with a remarkable 54% increase in weekly visitation in March alone. However, while downhill skiing thrived, cross-country ski areas experienced a slight decline due to poor weather conditions. On a positive note, tubing parks witnessed an impressive 18% surge in visits, showcasing the resilience and adaptability of New Hampshire's winter tourism industry.
According to Ski New Hampshire, ski areas in New Hampshire recorded over 2.2 million visits by skiers and snowboarders during the 2022-23 season, marking a 13 percent increase compared to the previous season. This growth was nearly double the national average increase of 6.6 percent. “Despite initial concerns of warm weather and limited snowfall, the season took a positive turn and concluded as one of the top 10 seasons in history, surpassing the 10-year average by 10 percent.” — Ski New Hampshire President: Jessyca Keeler
About the author
Michael Fulton
Melbourne-based skier and snowboarder with 50+ resorts across 5 continents. Specialises in Australian resorts and international resort comparisons.
