Nashoba Valley Ski Area, Westford

Name: Nashoba Valley Ski Area
Address: Powers Road, Westford, 01886, United States
Telephone: +1 978-692-3033

#1 among attractions in Westford

Winter sport, Park, Ski area, Outdoor activities

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Nestled in the picturesque town of Westford, Massachusetts, the Nashoba Valley Ski Area offers a delightful retreat for winter sports enthusiasts. Established as a local hub for skiing, this charming ski area provides a variety of slopes catering to different skill levels, from beginners to seasoned skiers.

The Nashoba Valley Ski Area is relatively modest in size, making it an excellent choice for families and those looking for a more intimate skiing experience. With its well-maintained trails and state-of-the-art snowmaking facilities, visitors are guaranteed enjoyable skiing conditions throughout the season.

The ski area features a vertical drop of 240 feet and encompasses 17 trails, serviced by a network of lifts including three triple chairs, a double chair, a handle tow, and a magic carpet for novices. The terrain is split between 17% beginner, 50% intermediate, and 33% advanced, ensuring that every skier or snowboarder can find the right challenge.

In addition to traditional skiing and snowboarding, Nashoba Valley also offers snow tubing, which has become a favorite activity for those seeking an adrenaline rush without the need for specialized equipment. With multiple lanes and a dedicated lift, the snow tubing park promises a thrilling ride down the specially groomed slopes.

The ski area is complemented by a cozy lodge where visitors can warm up with a hot drink or enjoy a meal. The on-site ski school provides lessons for all ages and abilities, with experienced instructors ready to help you hone your skills or get you started on the slopes.

For those looking to extend their stay, Nashoba Valley is conveniently located near a variety of accommodations, from quaint bed and breakfasts to full-service hotels. The proximity to Boston, just under an hour's drive away, makes it an accessible destination for a day trip or a weekend getaway.

Elevation: 299 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 42°32'33"N, 71°26'56"W

Address

Powers RoadWestford 01886 United States

Contact

+1 978-692-3033

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Day trips

Nashoba Valley Ski Area – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: The Discovery Museums, Acton Congregational Church, Memorial Library, Great Brook Farm State Park.

5.4 miS
Specialty museum, Museum, Science museum
The Discovery Museums, Acton
138 min walk • Discovery Museum is a hands-on museum for families that blends science, nature, and play, located in Acton, Massachusetts, United States.
4.1 miS
Church
Acton Congregational Church, Acton
104 min walk • The Acton Congregational Church is a mid-19th century, white clapboard, church building and active congregation in Acton, Massachusetts that become the center of national attention in 2018 when a case decided by the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court ruled that churches cannot receive public funds to support religious activities.
4 miS
Library
Memorial Library, Acton
102 min walk • Acton Memorial Library is a public library at 486 Main Street in Acton, Massachusetts. In 1889 William Allan Wilde, a Sunday school publisher and philanthropist who was a native of Acton, donated funds to construct the library to memorialize Acton's citizens who served in the American Civil War.
4.9 miE
State park, Park
Great Brook Farm State Park, Carlisle
126 min walk • Great Brook Farm State Park is a public, day-use recreation area featuring an active dairy farm in the town of Carlisle, Massachusetts, USA. The state park, which was established in 1967, is managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.
4.5 miS
Museum
Jonathan and Simon Hosmer House, Acton
116 min walk • The Jonathan and Simon Hosmer House is a historic house at 300 Main Street in Acton, Massachusetts. The 2+1⁄2-story wood-frame house was built in 1760, and is one of Acton's best-preserved colonial-era houses.
6 miSE
Museum, History museum
Col. James Barrett Farm, Concord
152 min walk • The Col. James Barrett Farm Barrett's Farm is a historic American Revolutionary War site in Concord, Massachusetts, associated with the revolution's first battle, the 1775 battles of Lexington and Concord.
6 miSE
Park
Estabrook Woods, Concord
154 min walk • The Estabrook Woods is a wild tract of more than 1,200 acres of woodland, hills, ledge, and swamp two miles north of the Town of Concord. It is the largest contiguous and undeveloped woodland within thirty miles of Boston.
3.2 miSE
Archaeological site
Nashoba Brook
82 min walk • The Nashoba Brook Pencil Factory Site contains the ruins of a 19th-century dam-powered pencil factory. This factory was one of several in Acton and Concord, Massachusetts at the time that brought important developments to pencil manufacturing.
5 miE
42°31'46"N • 71°21'4"W
Carlisle Conservation Lands, Carlisle
129 min walk • City hall
2.7 miN
42°34'54"N • 71°26'21"W
Parish Center for the Arts, Westford
70 min walk • Art gallery, Classes and workshops, Concerts and shows
4 miNE
Georgian architecture
Hildreth-Robbins House, Chelmsford
103 min walk • The Hildreth-Robbins House is a historic house at 19 Maple Road in Chelmsford, Massachusetts. The main block of the 2 ¹⁄₂-story wood-frame house was built in three stages, most likely over the course of the second half of the 18th century.