The Mount Washington Cruises fleet consists of the
first-class, 230-ft. M/S Mount Washington and two smaller vessels, the M/V
Sophie C., and M/V Doris E.
Greeted by a photographer before boarding the ship,
keep in mind that they will want to sell your your photo when your return
from the cruise. During our trip, we boarded the MS Mount Washington Cruise Ship
and was lucky enough to see two Loons next to the ship. (see
the photo gallery). We took the cruise from Weirs Beach to Alton Bay on Lake
Winnipesaukee in New Hampshire. This cruise has got to be one of the best ways to spend a
summer day in New Hampshire! Even on
a cool summer day (like when we went) there
is something about the smell of the lake water mixing with the smell of the
running cruise ship that makes this a memorable cruise across one of the
most famous lakes in the United States. Lake Winnipesaukee has 240 miles of
wooded shoreline, crystal clear waters and 274 habitable islands that
make the lake a popular summer resort for vacationers from all over the
world.
The MS Mt. Washington Cruises are full of scenic
mountain views, fresh air and New Hampshire history. While aboard the MS Mt.
Washington Cruise Ship, you will immediately notice the ship has a lot of
history, the old light fixtures and photos on the walls is a constant
reminder that the ship has a lot of history here in New Hampshire.
The Mount Washington Cruise Ship employees are very
friendly. During our cruise, we had forgotten to bring cash with us. While
the gift shop does take credit cards, the areas on the boat that served food
and drinks only take cash. I asked "Mary" at the gift shop what could be
done and she brought out the Purser of the ship to help us. He was also very
friendly and agreed to process our credit card at the gift shop for any
purchase we wanted to make while aboard the ship. While we didn't feel it
was that important, it sure was nice to have such good people running the
ship. Mary is such a nice person, be sure to stop by the gift shop and say
hi to Mary!
The MS Mount Washington Cruise Ship operates from
early May through October, Mount Washington Cruises offers day, evening,
private charter and island cruises on New Hampshire's Lake Winnipesaukee.
Weddings on The Mount Washington Ship
Looking to have a wedding on the MS Mount
Washington Cruise Ship? The Mount Washington does offer wedding packages,
wedding receptions and you can even be legally married by the captain for a
small fee. The ship can handle up to 500 passengers for a sit down dinner
and up to a total of 800 passengers for a wedding reception for a full ship
charter.
MS Mount Washington Update (7/16/09): The Ms
Mount Washington Cruise Ship is going green with new environmentally
friendly engines that will reduce emissions, courtesy of an EPA grant. The
current engines burn up 33 gallons of fuel every hour. After this season
when the ship stops running, the ship will receive it's new diesel engines,
the first replacement since 1946! The ship will also undergo other repairs
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MS Mount Washington Cruise Ship Webcam |
 This
webcam is a view off the bow of the MS Mount Washington Cruise Ship
on Lake Winnipesaukee in New
Hampshire. These NH webcam images are provided by
Mount Washington Cruises, Weirs Beach, NH 03247:
www.cruiseNH.com
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Directions to the MS Mount Washington
Cruise Ship in NH |
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From I-93 take Exit 23, Rte. 104
East towards Meredith and continue for 8 miles. At the
end of the road turn right on to Rte. 3 South and follow
for 3.5 miles until you see the sign for Weirs Beach on
your left. Turn left at the sign. The Mount Washington
ticket office is located in the middle of the boardwalk
at the "Railroad Station. Address: 211 Lakeside Avenue.
Note: There is metered parking along
Weirs Beach. MS Mount Washington Cruise Ship passengers should park at five hour meters
and feed the meter for the appropriate length of their
cruise. If you are boarding in Weirs Beach and plan to
get off the ship and visit another port and return later
in the day, please park at an all-day lot as you will
not return before the meter expires.
Take Rte. I-95 North to the
Portsmouth Traffic Circle. Go North on Spaulding
Turnpike / Rte. 16 and take Exit 15 (Lake Winnipesaukee)
to Rte. 11 West. At the Alton Traffic Circle, take Rte.
28 West to the center of Wolfeboro. Our dock is located
next to the town docks near Cate Park.
From I-93 take Exit 23, Rte. 104
East towards Meredith and continue for 8 miles. At the
end of the road turn left onto Rte. 3 North. Proceed
down the hill until you see the lake on your right. The
M/S Mount Washington dock is next to the Town Docks
Restaurant.
Take Rte. I-95 North to the
Portsmouth Traffic Circle. Go North on Spaulding
Turnpike / Rte. 16 and take Exit 15 (Lake Winnipesaukee)
to Rte. 11 West. Stay on Rte. 11 through the Alton
Traffic Circle and follow to Alton Bay. Our dock is
located next to the Alton Bay information booth.
From I-93 take Exit 23, Rte. 104
East towards Meredith and continue for 8 miles. At the
end of the road turn left onto Rte. 3 North to the next
traffic light by the intersection of routes 3 & 25. Turn
right onto Rte. 25 North and follow until you get to
Center Harbor (approximately 5 miles). Before the
traffic light in Center Harbor, turn right onto Lake
Street. You will find us next to the red building near
the town beach.
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Fast Facts About This Trip: |
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The Good: |
- The cruises don't cost much
considering what you are getting. We paid $87.00 for 4 people
- Lots of great mountain views!
- Great place to go on a hot day.
- The crew members of the Mt. Washington
Cruise Ship are very nice! You can buy tickets AFTER boarding
the MS Mt. Washington Cruise Ship.
- The MS Mount Washington is available
to book weddings and other events and a great place to make it a
memorable event!
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The Bad: |
- We forgot to bring cash with us. The
gift shop is the only area on the ship that accepts credit
cards.
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The Ugly: |
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Tips to Remember: |
- Bring cash for food and drinks. The
gift shop is the only area that takes credit cards.
- You can bring food and drinks on the
ship with you if you want to save a little money.
- Even if the weather is slightly cool,
be sure to bring warm clothes and sunscreen!
- There is room indoors if it rains or
gets too cold
- Get there early on weekends, the ship
can fill up fast.
- You do NOT need to buy tickets to get
on the ship, but you must buy tickets before leaving (kind of a
strange thing, but kind of nice if you are running late).
- There are bathrooms on the ship.
- You will be greeted by a photographer
before boarding the ship, they take your photo and will want to
sell it to you when you get back.
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Date of Report: June 21, 2007
