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Mount Washington Cog Railway
Bretton Woods, United States
A steam and diesel cog railway climbing Mount Washington from the base station to the summit, about 45 minutes each way. Riders watch forest thin into wind-bent krummholz and alpine meadow, then find a visitor center, museum, cafe and gift shop at the top.
Highlights
- Krummholz and alpine meadow
- Summit visitor center and museum
- Views into Canada
Good to know
- Book ahead online, especially on weekends
- Wind and fog can stop trains short
- Summit is cold and windy, bring layers
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