Across from Saco Lake at the head of Crawford Notch stands the historic railroad station, Crawford Notch Depot. Built in 1891, this Queen Anne-style depot is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Open to the public, it is a major stop on the Conway Scenic Railroad's daily excursions from North Conway and houses the Macomber Family Information Center. The depot offers visitors informative displays on the surrounding natural environment, and the local lodging, railroad, and grand hotel history.

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Season Dates and Hours
Open Memorial Day Weekend through Mid-October; weekends only through mid-June, then daily.  Open 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM.

Basics

• Knowledgeable staff and volunteers provide up-to-date trail and tourist attraction information.
• Interpretive programs offered in conjunction with tourist train season.
• Innovative and interactive displays that help visitors better understand and appreciate the human and natural history of the Notch.
• Retail store offering souvenirs, snacks, maps, guidebooks, and backcountry supplies.
• Covered platform with seating sheltered from the weather.
• Public restrooms including composting toilets in a building whose architecture replicates the former baggage handler's building.
• Public pay showers and towel rental in baggage handler's building (open during depot business hours).