The Pilgrim Inn & Cottages is located in the heart of New Hampshire's Lake Region and White Mountains. It is the closest motel in the area to the Polar Caves, Tenney Mountain Ski Resort, and the very popular Rumney Rock Area. Downtown Plymouth and Plymouth State University are just a short walking distance away. On-site amenities include barbeque grills, complimentary breakfast, free local calls. Cribs and rollaways are for a nightly fee. Several fine restaurants are located in Plymouth to satisfy any taste.
The Polar caves . The Polar caves were formed nearly fifty thousand years ago as the third continental glacier moved southward over New Hampshire's White Mountains. As the ice sheet thawed, great blocks of granite cracked and loosened from Mt. Haycock.
These massive granite boulders fell at the base of Hawk's Cliff forming an amazing series of caves and passage ways through which you can walk.
Squam Lake . quam Lake was the host lake for the filming of "On Golden Pond". A low-cost tour of the lake is available just 10 minutes from the Pilgrim Inn. Nestled between the scenic Belknap and Ossipee mountains, beautiful Lake Winnipesaukee provides an unlimited variety of memorable experiences including the best in boating, fishing, swimming and year-round recreational activities.
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Franconia Notch State Park . Visit Franconia Notch State Park, Located in the heart of the popular White Mountain National Forest.
Franconia Notch is the home of the famous Old Man of the Mountain and a spectacular mountain pass traversed by a unique parkway which extends from the Flume Gorge at the south to Echo Lake at the north.
Plymouth State University . Plymouth State University is located amid great natural beauty. One look at the spectacular scenery that surrounds the campus - whether blanketed in pristine snow or brushed with vibrant autumn colors - and you will see why we live here. Against this dramatic backdrop, within the sheltering foothills of the White Mountains, Ice Arena, Year Round Public Skating + Activities.Plymouth provides a safe, dynamic, learning community.
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Waterville Valley Ski Area. Waterville Valley Resort.
One hot mountain. One cool valley.One quick drive. Located in Waterville Valley, NH, just 20 minutes from the Pilgrim Inn and cottages.
Tenney Mountain Ski Area. Enjoy big mountain skiing and snowboarding at small mountain prices, no crowds, no hassles, and a variety of terrain that will keep you coming back for more.
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Ruggles Mine . Ruggles Mine is the oldest and most spectacular mica, feldspar and beryl mine in the USA.
Mineral collecting permitted, and unique gift shop. Located in Grafton, NH, just 20 minutes from the Pilgrim Inn.