Glen is located in
Carroll County 15 miles from the Maine state line in eastern New Hampshire between
Jackson and
Conway along Highway 302/16 on the banks of the Ellis River. An access point to both
Franconia and Pinkham notches, Glen is an important link in the chain of communities in the
Mount Washington Valley.
Skiing is plentiful at one of the nearby ski areas, such as Attitash, Mt. Washington Valley Ski Touring and Jackson Ski Touring Foundation. Visitors will find good hiking along the White Mountain Trail. Kids will also enjoy Storyland.