Lake Winnipesaukee in New Hampshire State

Lake Winnipesaukee

New Hampshires largest lake deserves all the attention it gets as being the crowned gem of the Lakes Region.

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Lake Winnipesaukee Details

New Hampshires largest lake deserves all the attention it gets as being the crowned gem of the Lakes Region. Not only does it have the awe-inspiring backdrop of the White Mountains peeking behind the tree line, but it also features 288-miles of shoreline, eight lakeside towns, and 264 individual islands. On a lake this large, there is no shortage of fun things to see and do. Besides the normal lake activities like swimming, fishing, and hiking, you can also spend your time riding the Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad, playing minigolf at Weirs Beach, or shopping along with the historic town of Wolfeboro. It is also worth taking a cruise on the MS Mount Washington paddle steamer for a scenic tour or sunset cruise.

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Nearby Parks Around Lake Winnipesaukee

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Baxter

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480.1 mi away

Shenandoah

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541.6 mi away

Cuyahoga

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805.7 mi away

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Lake Winnipesaukee

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2.8 mi away

Ellacoya State Park

Central New Hampshire has plenty of places for outdoor adventure, but this state park is easily one of the most popular amongst locals.

2.8 mi away

Endicott Rock State Historic Site

This state park on the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee contains one of the oldest public monuments in New England and one of the earliest pieces of evidence of European inhabitants.

3.2 mi away

Weirs Beach

This charming beach on the southern shore of Lake Winnipesaukee is a bustling hub of summer activity.

4.7 mi away

Ahern State Park

Overlooking the shore of Lake Winnisquam, this small but scenic state park is considered to have one of the best beaches in New Hampshire.

6.3 mi away

WOW Trail

Ideal for cyclists, walkers, joggers, and rollerbladers, this smooth, nicely-paved trail covers a lot of sights in just 2.7 miles.