Find your perfect slice of mountain life!

This fun White Mountains spring itinerary will guide you to great stops in the charming town of Lincoln, NH, like paint-your-own pottery cafes, local bookstores, cool sandwich shops, and serene wineries. If you are wondering what to do in the White Mountains during spring, mix and match these suggestions to make your ideal day.  

FIRED ON THE MOUNTAIN (Lincoln, NH)

Get creative with your day and play with clay at a café! Fired on the Mountain offers a delightful mix of experiences. Here, you can paint your own pottery (and pick it up or ship it home at a later date), practice on a pottery wheel or handbuild clay forms, unwind with a tai chi session, or even paint canvas alongside an instructor.

If you are looking for a vegetarian restaurant in Lincoln, NH, you are also in luck. Fired on the Mountain has a cozy café right onsite. We recommend ordering a jumbo muffin (one of this stop’s staples) and enjoying a latte in a handmade mug. Other menu highlights include smoothies, egg wraps, veggie hummus wraps, grilled cheese, bagel sandwiches, and all sorts of baked goods.

Before you leave, devote some time to shopping the works of local illustrators, potters, jewelers, and more, whose work is thoughtfully displayed throughout this inspiring space.

For more information on Fired on the Mountain, including hours, private groups, parties, and more, visit their website.

MOUNTAIN WANDERER (Lincoln, NH)

The Mountain Wanderer is a must-visit for outdoor adventurers. This Lincoln, NH bookstore specializes in all things White Mountains, including New England guidebooks, historical tomes, pocket references, and maps of all kinds. The Mountain Wanderer is also souvenir heaven if you’re looking for something unique, like miniaturized rock cairns from popular local peaks.

Devote some time to exploring this bookstore and chatting with the owners, Forrest and Caroline – you just might come away with some off-the-beaten-path trails to add to your adventure agenda.  

For more information on The Mountain Wanderer, including hours and items you can order online, visit their website.

FRESH TRACKS (Lincoln, NH)

Get hip to Lincoln, NH’s best sandwich shop, Fresh Tracks. This stop is a relative newcomer in town, but it is quickly becoming a staple for locals and visitors alike. Here, you can build you own sandwich or pick one of Fresh Tracks’ signature items, like the Cuban Reuben, French Onion Dip, or the Veggie Barakah. Order a fresh squeezed lemonade or partake in what’s on tap at the bar; while you wait for your order, you can sip and enjoy Fresh Tracks’ fun décor, including an old chairlift-turned-photo-op spot. Just like the menu, the laidback ski town vibes created by owners Kate and Travis are immaculate.

Fresh Tracks is open seven days a week from 7am to 7pm. To see the full menu, including breakfast and lunch offerings, café drinks, and more, visit Fresh Tracks’ website.  

SEVEN BIRCHES WINERY (Lincoln, NH)

Seven Birches Winery is your last stop on this spring tour through the western White Mountains. Located inside RiverWalk Resort at Loon Mountain, this winery has it all: wine and hard cider tastings, snacks and charcuterie for pairing, board games to play while you sip, and a great gift shop offering bottles and local souvenirs to take home. Seven Birches’ refined tasting room is the perfect stop for unwinding with friends or enjoying a laidback date night – but if you’d like to take a deep dive into all things wine, we highly recommend booking a “Meet the Winemakers Tour” to marvel at all that goes into crafting a gorgeous glass of wine.

For more information on Seven Birches Winery, including hours, tours, private group events, and more, visit their website.

Explore our Trip Ideas for more great ways to enjoy the White Mountains of New Hampshire.