Adventure

Nowhere else in America will travelers find so many choices for adventure in such a compact region as they do in New England. You can stand on the summit of a grand mountain and, after your descent, be within a two-hour drive (or less!) of the ocean, where you can cast off in a sea kayak for wild, tree-lined islands. The famed Appalachian Trail winds through nearly all the New England states, part of a firstclass hiking scene here. Whitewater rafting and deep-sea fishing draw enthusiasts from around the world. Sailors far and wide know that this region’s coastal waters and lovely harbors are without rival.

New England adventures are entwined with the changing seasons. Winter brings thick blankets of snow to this region’s pioneering ski areas, which have produced some of the most decorated Olympic and World Cup champions in history. In summer, beaches invite surfing and paddleboarding, while thousands of pristine lakes dot the landscape— it’s seemingly impossible to be anywhere in New England without a sparkling lake nearby. Fall trekking can become an adventure all its own, as the most dramatic foliage color in the world begs you to dive in and explore by foot, bike, boat, and even zipline.

Adventure is the best kind of escape—let New England open the door and show you how much fun it can be.