Incorporated in 1829, Waterville Valley is an island in the middle of the White Mountain National Forest, surrounded by breathtaking mountains and comprised of about 42,000 acres, of which 41,300 are preserved National Forest land. Its isolated setting yet close proximity to railway and roads proved an ideal setting for families looking for an escape in the mountains. It firmly gained its reputation as a summer destination with the construction of the Waterville Inn, a full-service country inn that catered to the valley’s growing popularity.
