Many years ago, the trip up Mt. Washington was made in horse drawn wagons called “stages.” The name remains, but the stages are now vans, and your ride will be complete with stories, anecdotes, legends and history delivered by one of our accomplished drivers. Learn about the unique names and places along the Auto Road and get the inside information on how they came to pass.

Guided tours are available from 8:30 am until 5:00 pm, weather permitting and take approximately 1 1/2 hours round trip, including 1/2 hour on the summit. Tours leave from the Stage Office at the Auto Road Lodge.

Stages run on a first come, first served basis and reservations are not accepted. We make every effort to provide our guests with a tour as soon as possible. Departures are usually within 30 minutes of purchasing your tickets, however, on very busy days you can expect the wait to be longer. Mornings tend to be less busy. By purchasing your tickets for a trip leaving before 9:30 am, you will be treated to an hour on the summit and reduce the likelihood of waiting beyond 30 minutes for a tour to depart.