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Altitude, longitude, elevation and land topography play a large role in the weather for many areas around the world. Such a statement certainly holds true as to where I live. The following are statistics for the location of the weather station and its accessories. I also provide detailed information on particular mountain ranges that create the Mount Washington Valley. Click on the maps on the left-hand side of this page to view larger images of the maps.
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General
Incorporated in 1765, North Conway (44.05 N; 71.13 W) is located in the east-central portion of New Hampshire. The town borders the White Mountain National Forest and boasts access to thousands of hiking trails, walking trails, lakes and rivers. Elevation at the bussiness district is 500 feet, but swells to 6,000 feet due to local mountains. Evergreens and deciduous trees occupy the area because of the soil and elevation. The ground is primarily sand and granit. The town's population of 8,710 residents is on the small side for modern America. However, North Conway receives a significant amount of tourists from New England, New York, Canada, England, France, and Australia.
Local Mountains
Presidential Mountain Range (5,000-6,000 feet high) ~ Spanning twenty to thirty miles, this range is located 10 miles north of my location. It is one of the most famous range of mountains in New Hampshire and in the United States. Within this range, Mount Washington (6,288'), is the largest mountain in the eastern United States. Hundreds of outdoor activities are located here.
Moat Mountain Range (3,000-3,500 feet high) ~ Located five miles south of station location. Some of the most spectacular mountains in the area are located in this range. The Moat Mountains span nine miles long. At their base, they feature many waterfalls (Diana's Bath) and ledges (Cathedral and Whitehorse).
State Line Range (1,500-3,000 feet high) ~ Located three to five miles to the east and southeast of my location. This range is on the smaller scale and is the natural border for N.H. and M.E. Hurricane Mountain Road is a seasonal cut off byway to Evans Notch, which also allows drivers to experience rare driving.
Attitash Ridge (2,000 - 2,500 feet high) ~ This ridge, spanning ten miles, is located three miles south of my location. It is also the natural border for the west-southwestern portion of the Mount Washington Valley and the southeastern portion of the White Mountains. Attitash and Bear Peak Ski Resorts are located on this ridge.
Valley Rivers
Saco River ~ Begins at a small pond reffered to as Saco Lake. The Ellis and Swift river flow into the Saco in North Conway. This allows the once tiny stream to grow into one of the largest rivers in New England. The Saco River winds its way through western and southern Maine. It eventually greets the Atlantic Ocean in Biddeford Pool, Maine.
Ellis River - This river is greatly controlled by the Presidential Mountain Range, as well as Carter Notch. It flows through Crawford Notch and contains many nearby waterfalls.
Swift River - Begins near Kancamagus Pass and eventually flows beside Kancamagus Highway toward North Conway. Prime access to this river (for 20 miles) allows local residents and tourists to utilize this waterway in whatever way is preffered.
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