Waterville Valley is arguably one of the more well-known venues in New England. With its relatively close proximity to major cities across the region, and easy access off Rt. 93, it is no wonder why Waterville Valley has remained such a popular destination after all these years.
NEMS will be returning to Waterville for 2 GS races on Friday, Jan. 19th. The races will take place on the legendary World Cup trail. Spectators can easily walk up to the finish area, and can see a good portion of the race course. It’s a perfect way to take in the race and cheer on all the racers.
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RACE REGISTRATION:
- All race registration is facilitated through the NEMS Racing online registration system, AdminSkiRacing (ASR).
- To register, you must have an account/profile on masters.amindskiracing.com.
- If you need to create an account, click here for instructions. It will only take a couple of minutes to set up.
- Once you have an account with ASR, you can register for any NEMS race with a click of a button.
- Race Payment - A valid credit card on file is required. NEMS does not process charges until after the event.
- Race Withdrawal - Racers can withdraw from an event, without penalty, until the date and time listed on the event page.
- Did Not Start Fee - If a racer is registered for an event, and does not attend, they will be charged a Did Not Start Fee of $20.00 in place of the Race Fee. A racer is not charged both fees. For more info on the DNS Fee, please visit the NEMS Policy page: https://nemsracing.org/policies
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Race Info:
Please be sure to visit the Waterville Race Registration Page and the Waterville Race Info Sheet for all of the official race details.
The Race Basics:
- Date: Friday, Jan. 19th
- Discipline: Giant Slalom (2 full races)
- Race Fee: $65 (Lift Ticket: $45 Sold Separately)
- Age Requirement: Yes - Must be at least 18 years old
- USSS License Required: Yes
- Helmet Requirement: Hard-sided - FIS certified
- NEMS Membership Required: See NEMS Membership Policy
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Info Session Replay
Please click the page below to watch a replay of the Waterville & Mittersill Info Session.
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Things to Consider
Gas Stations:
Waterville is about 20 minutes from Rt. 93. If you need gas you should consider getting it at one of the gas stations directly off Rt. 93 as there are no other options by the mountain.
Cops & Speeding:
Watch your speed! More than a few Masters racers have been pulled over for showcasing their off-mountain speed skills.
Staying in the Village:
The Village is a great place to stay with plenty of lodging options and restaurants, but it is not connected to the mountain. You will need to drive.
Parking:
Parking lot (P3) is the closest lot to the Base Lodge. If you arrive early you will have no issues finding a great parking spot!
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Where to Stay:
While many people may choose to day trip it for Waterville, if you are planning to stay in the area there are options.
Waterville Valley Village: (<5 min drive)
- Waterville Lodging (map) - There are a number of great options available for anyone who wants to stay by the mountain.
Plymouth: (30 min drive)
- Fairfield Inn & Suites (12 Ridgeview Lane, Plymouth, NH 03264)
- The Common Man Inn & Spa (231 Main St., Plymouth, NH 03264)
Lincoln: (30 min drive)
- Holiday Inn Express (21 Railroad St., Lincoln, NH 03251)
Airbnb / VBRO Options
There are a number of short-term rental properties between Plymouth and Lincoln that can also be suitable options for your trip.
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Where to Eat:
There are plenty of great food options to choose from while visiting the Lebanon area.
Breakfast:
Dunkin & Starbucks - If you need your Dunkin there are plenty of options along the way, including one directly off the Rt. 93 exit for Waterville. If you’re a Starbucks lover you have few options. The closest location to the south is in Tilton.
Flapjacks Pancake House (Lincoln)
If you are looking for a good hearty breakfast before hitting the slopes, consider stopping at Flapjacks on the way.
Dinner - Plymouth
Fosters Boiler Room (231 Main St., Plymouth, NH 03264)
https://www.thecman.com/fosters-boiler-room/
Located inside The Common Man Inn & Spa. You can’t go wrong with this pick!
Dinner - Lincoln
Something Different - Gypsy Cafe
If you are in the mood to try something different Gypsy Cafe is your place. You’ll find dishes from around the world at this restaurant.
Burger and a Beer - Black Mountain Burger
Sometimes you just want a burger and a beer, and you don’t want to compromise on either.
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Things to Do:
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