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Mount Washington Cog Railway

3168 Base Station Road · Mount Washington, NH

Why you should go…

The Cog Railway hauls passengers up Mount Washington's steep western slope on specially built cog trains, using the same rack-and-pinion technology since 1869. Summer trips reach the 6,288 foot summit, while winter trains climb partway to Waumbek Station.

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Good to know

General tours guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Confirm the meeting point

    It is often a corner, a lobby, or a dock rather than the address you searched for. Check it the night before.

  • Small groups fill first

    In high season the intimate departures sell out well before the big-bus options do.

  • Ask how much is on foot

    Knowing how much of the route is walking, standing, or outdoors tells you what to wear and carry.

  • Read the weather policy

    Cancellation windows and rain rules vary by operator, and they are easier to find before you pay than after.

What's around here?

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