Tourism is a major part of the economy of New Hampshire. It has been estimated that the industry brings in revenues of about $8.6 billion dollars per year and sponsors over 65,000 jobs.
Skiing, camping, hiking, and boating are the main outdoor attractions. Other attractions include Strawberry Banke, a restored village in Portsmouth, Daniel Webster's birthplace near Franklin, and the Mt. Washington Cog Railway. Merrimack Valley is the most visited area, generating about 36% of all tourism.