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Glen
Use Glen as a sleep-and-eat base for Story Land and White Mountains skiing, not a destination itself: one night per activity day.
Glen is a small village on Route 16 in New Hampshire's White Mountains, best known for Story Land amusement park and as a quiet lodging base between North Conway, Jackson and Bartlett. Most visitors stay one night after a day at Story Land or a ski trip to nearby resorts like Attitash or Wildcat.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Jun–Aug (Story Land and hiking), Dec–Mar (skiing)
- avoid Apr–May (mud season, many attractions closed), Nov (pre-ski lull)
- Airports
- MHT · PWM
- Nights
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Glen911 ▾
- Police, fire, ambulance911
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Glen, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyGlen is a safe rural village.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police, fire, ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportMHT Manchester-Boston Regional (About 1.5 h drive via I-93 and NH-16).
- Getting aroundCar is essential.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee$2–4
- Sit-down mealDinner entrée$15–30
- Street or quick mealLunch sandwich$8–14
- BeerBeer (pint)$5–7
- Budget bedMotel double room, a night, per roomUS$80
- Mid-range bedMotel double room, a night, per roomUS$130
- High-end bedMotel double room, a night, per roomUS$200
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$80 · Mid US$150 · High US$250
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- MHT Manchester-Boston Regional (About 1.5 h drive via I-93 and NH-16) · PWM Portland International Jetport (About 1 h drive via US-302)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
Feb
Best
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
Mar
Best
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
Apr
Avoid
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
May
Avoid
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Jun
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Jul
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Aug
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Sep
not flagged
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Oct
not flagged
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Nov
Avoid
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
Dec
Best
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
Best: Jun–Aug, Dec–Mar. Avoid: Apr–May, Nov. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)), coolest Jan (−12°C (10°F)10°F (−12°C) low), wettest May (13 rain days), driest Feb (9). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Glen: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
−12°C (10°F)10°F (−12°C)
10 rd
Feb
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
−11°C (12°F)12°F (−11°C)
9 rd
Mar
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
−6°C (21°F)21°F (−6°C)
11 rd
Apr
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
11 rd
May
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
13 rd
Jun
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
12 rd
Jul
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
11 rd
Aug
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
10 rd
Sep
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
9 rd
Oct
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
10 rd
Nov
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
11 rd
Dec
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
−9°C (16°F)16°F (−9°C)
11 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Car is essential. No public transport within Glen. Parking is free at Story Land and most lodgings.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Door to door: 10 min
Car via NH-16 south, about 10 min
Shopping, dining, and the Conway Scenic Railroad.
Door to door: 10 min
Car via NH-16 north, about 10 min
Covered bridge, cross-country skiing, and Wildcat Mountain.
Door to door: 20 min
Car via US-302 west, about 20 min
Ski resort and Mount Washington Cog Railway.
Door to door: 40 min
Car via US-302 west and I-93, about 40 min
Franconia Notch State Park and the Flume Gorge.
Door to door: 35 min
Car via US-302 west and I-93, about 35 min
Loon Mountain and the Kancamagus Highway.
Door to door: 50 min
Car via US-302 west and NH-49, about 50 min
Ski resort and hiking.
Door to door: 30 min
Car via US-302 west, about 30 min
Historic downtown and the Littleton Diner.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Route 302 corridor
Most motels and inns; walkable to a few restaurants, car needed for everything else.
Near Story Land
A handful of lodges within walking distance of the park; quieter at night.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $80–120 excl. bed
- Mid
- $120–200 excl. bed
- High
- $200+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Motel double room1 × 1 night × US$130 | US$130 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$150 | US$300 |
| Story Land ticket (ages 3+)2 × US$29 · check | US$58 |
| Ski lift ticket (one day, peak season)2 × US$120 · check | US$240 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$73 |
| Trip total≈ US$401 per person per day, bed included | US$801 |
2026 estimate in USD; flights and car rental excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | $2–4 |
| Lunch sandwich | $8–14 |
| Dinner entrée | $15–30 |
| Beer (pint) | $5–7 |
| Story Land ticket (ages 3+)check | $28.99 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Story Land is closed mid-Oct through late May; check the official calendar.
- Route 16 and 302 can be congested on summer weekends and ski-season Saturdays.
- Cell service can be spotty in the valley; download maps ahead.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 911
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Embassy
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Manchester Airport → Glen (car): about 1.5 h, rental car needed
- Portland Jetport → Glen (car): about 1 h, rental car needed
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Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Glen. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Jun–Aug (Story Land and hiking), Dec–Mar (skiing) · avoid Apr–May (mud season, many attractions closed), Nov (pre-ski lull) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 7 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
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