PARKING & SHUTTLE
Easy Access to Waterville Valley
Plan your visit with ease. Find parking at Waterville Valley Resort, learn about free shuttle routes, base lodge access, and tips for stress-free arrival. Whether you're here for skiing, events, or a weekend getaway, this guide will help you park with ease and get where you need to go quickly.
Where to park in Waterville Valley
SKI AREA PARKING
Located closest to the ski lifts and main lodge, ski area parking offers the quickest access to the mountain. Parking in lost 1-9 is 100% free, and all parking areas at the mountain offer ski-in, ski-out access.
Ideal for day skiers and families
Short walk to lifts and ticketing
VISITORS TIP: Fills quickly on weekends and holidays, be sure to get here early for premium parking.
VALLEY PARKING
Additional parking is available throughout Waterville Valley with easy shuttle access, specifically across from Town Square.
Less crowded than base parking
Connected via free shuttle service
Great for lodging guests and overflow days
RESORT SHUTTLE
FREE Winter SHuttle Service
Waterville Valley offers a complimentary Resort Shuttle (known by locals as the “Schuss Bus”) system to make getting around easy, no need to move your car once you arrive in the Valley.
Please wait at designated Shuttle Stop locations. Inclement weather may cause delays, so please be patient on snowy mornings.
Frequent routes between mountain base lodge, Town Square, lodges, and additional valley establishments.
IMPORTANT UPDATE: Starting March 30th, our shuttle route will be changing to a single bus line with updated stop locations and departure time.
Free Summer Shuttle Service
During the summer months, the Resort Shuttle runs Sunday & Saturday (9am - 5pm) starting Memorial Day Weekends, and runs daily (9am-5pm) starting June 14th through Labor Day.
Summer shuttle operates on demand - f you need a ride, please contact: 603-254-9266.
SKI-DAY PARKING GUIDE
PARKING LOT SKI TRAILS
When it comes to leaving the mountain after a long day on the slopes, parting is such sweet sorrow. But at Waterville Valley, the daily exodus is simply a continuation of the day’s adventures. After finishing up their final runs, you can ski directly from the Base Area to any of our designated parking lots.
P1: Parking Lot Trail 1 | Access to Preferred Parking Lot
P2: Parking Lot Trail 2 | Access to Parking Lots #5-#9
P3: Parking Lot Trail 3 | Access to Parking Lots #1-#4
PREFERRED PARKING
Hit that SNOOZE button without a care in the world! With a Preferred Parking Pass, you can arrive late and still score an incredible parking spot! Our Preferred Parking Lot offers ski-in/ski-out access from the Lower Meadows Lift. The Preferred Parking Lot is located directly below Lower Meadows Double (“PP” on the parking lot map), with designated parking lot ski trails.
>> SEASONAL PREFERRED PARKING PASS
DROP-OFF AREA
The Drop-Off Area is located just outside of our Base Lodge. Guests can drive up and unload before finding free parking in lots 1-9.
10 minute maximum in the Drop-Off Area.
Vehicles cannot be left unattended. No Parking in the Drop-Off Area.
SLOPESIDE SPACES
If you looking for a true, easy dump & run experience, our private slopeside suites located right in the base area gives you and your family the space to park, unwind, and relax stress-free.
Great for groups who also need to work
Perfect for families, especially with young children
Each suite includes 1 premium parking spot at our Admin building, complimentary morning pastries, coffee, tea, water, and for-purchase snack bar & beverages (snack bar & drinks available Fri-Sun & holidays)
FAQs
Parking & Shuttle FAQs
Is Parking free at Waterville Valley?
Yes, parking is available throughout the Resort with free shuttle access.
How do I get from parking to the lifts?
You can walk from ski area parking to the base area from any of the free lots (1-9) via walking cut-throughs and road paths, or take the free shuttle.
Does Waterville Valley Resort offer ski-in, ski-out access?
Our Preferred Parking Lot offer ski-in, ski-out acces via the Lower Meadows chairlift. All lots 1-9 offer ski-out access via our parking lot ski trails.
Is there a shuttle from lodging to the mountain?
Yes, the shuttle connects lodging areas, Town Square, and select valley establishments to the ski area.