Morganne Sterl & Sara Pagano
Exploring the Area
Kancamagus Highway
The Kancamagus Highway runs through White Mountain National Forrest, from North Conway to Lincoln. With its many scenic stops along the way, we highly recommend at least the first half. Some of our favorite spots are: Albany Covered Bridge Sabbaday Falls Sugar Hill Overlook If you drive the entire Kanc to Lincoln, we recommend Pemi Public House or Woodstock Inn Brewery.
Conway Scenic Railroad
This train takes you through White Mountain National Forrest for some great views of fall foliage.
Mount Washington Auto Road
The highest peak in the Northeastern US, you will need All-Wheel drive to make the trip to the summit. If you plan on exploring while you're up this way, we recommend hiking Mount Willard, and checking out Rek-Lis Brewing for lunch or dinner!
The Mount Washington Cog Railway
Don't want to drive up Mount Washington? The Cog has steam and biodiesel trains that take you to the summit! We highly recommend booking in advance.
Foss Mountain
This is our favorite spot to take Chowder! You'll need All-Wheel drive to get to the parking lot, then it's an easy 0.4 mile incline to the top. We highly recommend this spot for catching a great sunset and seeing fall foliage without breaking too much of sweat.
Black Cap Trail Head
This 2.3 mile loop is considered moderate/easy, and takes an average of 1 hour and 20 minutes to complete. The summit offers great views of Mount Washington and the Presidential Range.
Mount Willard
This 3.1 mile out and back hike is considered moderately challenging, and takes an average of 1 hour and 50 minutes to complete. The summit offers a great view of Crawford Notch. Make sure you park at the Bartlett Train Station, the trail head is just behind the building.
Peaked Mountain
This 3.6 mile loop trail is considered challenging, and takes an average of 2 hours 21 minutes to complete. It offers excellent views of Middle Mountain, Black Cap, Mt. Chocorua, and the Moat Mountain range.
Cathedral Ledge Lookout
Drive up to this overlook for some good views without having to hike. To the left you'll see Echo lake, walk over to the right hand side to see Whitehorse ledge!
Sherman Farm Market
Our favorite people own this farm! Right down the road from our venue, make sure to check out their corn maze and grab some kettle corn and apple cider doughnuts on your way out!
North Conway Golf Course
A perfect spot in town to play 18 holes or hit a few balls at the driving range. Make sure to book in advance for the holiday weekend!
Golf at Lake Kezar Country Club
A popular golf course in the foothills of the mountains in Lovell Maine. We recommend stopping at Ebenezer's Restaurant & Pub, known for its large selection of draft beers.
Hales Location Golf Course
Another nearby golf course with great views of the mountains! We highly recommend booking in advance.
Mount Washington Resort Golf Club
With spectacular views of the presidential range, this golf course is worth the drive!
Zeb's General Store
This is mostly a tourist trap but it somehow feels authentic. Syrup, moose-themed everything, and souvenir galore. The only reason we still frequent this place is for the candy bar, you might even catch Morganne ordering all the strawberry ropes!
Vito Marcello's Italian Bistro
Right in the heart of downtown is one of our favorite places to eat. We love their food so much we asked them to cater our wedding! You will definitely need a reservation in advance for the weekend. Fun fact: Vito remembers the Pagano family from the restaurant's original location in Cranston, RI, where they were frequent fliers for meatball subs!
Delaney's Hole In the Wall
This pub has great American Fare and Sushi. Definitely sounds weird to get raw fish from a sports bar, but they have a separate sushi kitchen. Their crab crunch roll is the only crab Sara will eat!
Black Cap Grille
Craving a good burger? This is your place.
Barley & Salt, Tap House and Kitchen
Black Cap's nicer, matured-much-quicker, younger sister. Mussels are a must here!
Tuckerman Brewing
This is our most frequented local brewery, check out their event page to see what's happening this weekend!
Saco River Brewing Taphaus
The original Saco River Brewing is in Fryeburg, Maine, however this newer and larger second location offers a rooftop overlooking Conway Scenic Railway and pizza! Right in the heart of downtown, we highly recommend stopping in and trying Morganne's favorite beer, the Clearwater Pale Ale.
Craft NoCo
This craft cocktail bar opened this past Spring, offering both delicious cocktails and a small plate menu.
Shovel Handle Pub
We were very close to getting married here! Definitely worth the 20 minute drive up to Jackson.
302 West Smokehouse & Tavern
Amazing porch view of the mountains, and best homemade cakes in town! We love their steak & cheese egg rolls, and definitely get a slice of cake to go.
Big Dave's Bagels & Deli
Best bagel sandwiches in town for quick take out, not as good as Jersey bagels of course, but they hit the spot! Their famous "Kweenies" are a sweet breakfast pastry that Morganne loves! We recommend this spot if you're on the go and not looking to dine-in.
Frontside Coffee Roasters
Sitting down for light breakfast or coffee? Their homemade biscuit sandwiches are the best! This spot is right in the heart of downtown with both indoor and outdoor seating. Sara recommends the Watermelon Hibiscus Iced Tea!
Fair Grounds Coffee
Located right over the border in Fryeburg Maine, this old bank turned into a modern day coffee shop.
