Coos County Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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A mountain road winding through a valley with lush green slopes and rocky terrain.
A calm lake reflecting autumn trees and hills.
A large yellow building with multiple windows and a flagpole with an American flag.
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Popular cities in Coos County

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Gorham
Known for Dining, Mountains and Hiking
Escape to quaint Gorham! Enjoy its hiking, mountain views and dining.

Reasons to visit

  • Mt. Washington Auto Road
  • Wildcat Mountain Ski Area
  • Glen Ellis Falls
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A large, ornate building with domed roofs and a central clock tower, surrounded by well-manicured gardens and statues.
Whitefield
Known for Mountains, Relaxing and Skiing
Explore relaxing Whitefield: its mountain views, sightseeing, skiing and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Mirror Lake
  • Forest Lake State Park
  • Weathervane Theatre
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Pittsburg
Known for Lakes, Hiking and Relaxing
Relaxing Pittsburg is calling! Discover its lake views, hiking, coffee and more.

Reasons to visit

  • Lake Francis State Park
  • Garfield Falls
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A water ride with green and red boats, a central rotating structure, and a wet ground.
Jefferson
Known for Adventure, Mountains and Museums
Explore Jefferson: its adventures, mountain views, museums and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Santa's Village
  • Cherry Mountain
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Bretton Woods
Known for Mountains, Forests and Skiing
Relaxing Bretton Woods is calling! Discover its mountain views, skiing, history and more.

Reasons to visit

  • Omni Mount Washington Resort Bretton Woods Golf Course
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Twin Mountain
Known for Friendly people, Mountains and Forests
Twin Mountain is calling! Discover its camping, mountain views, sightseeing and more.
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Stay near popular Coos County attractions

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Mount Washington Cog Railway

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Hop aboard the world’s first mountain-climbing cog railway and traverse up Mount Washington to New England’s highest peak.
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