“Mount Washington (highest peak in NE), Crawford Notch, Kancamagus Highway, alpine zone, Presidential Range”
About This Location
White Mountain National Forest spans pristine wilderness across New Hampshire and Maine, offering filmmakers unmatched access to New England's most dramatic landscapes, including Mount Washington—the Northeast's highest peak—alongside the rugged beauty of Crawford Notch, the scenic Kancamagus Highway, and expansive alpine terrain. The Presidential Range delivers stunning mountain vistas, dense forests, and high-elevation sequences perfect for epic outdoor narratives, adventure productions, and nature-driven storytelling. Exterior filming requires permits but provides authentic, breathtaking locations unavailable elsewhere in the region.
Restrictions
No drones without permit. Leave No Trace. Check seasonal closures.
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Permit Required
Type
Government Filming Permit Required
Fee
Varies by crew size and duration
Contact
Park/Forest Permit Office
USDA Forest Service Special Use Permit. Contact 6+ weeks in advance.
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