White Mountain National Forest
Crystal Lake Silver Lake Halfmoon Lake Upper Suncook Lake Lower Suncook Lake Bow Lake Jenness Pond Sunapee Lake Little Sunapee Lake Pleasant Lake Sunrise Lake Merrymeeting Lake Winnisquam Lake Great East Lake Webster Lake Highland Lake Crystal Lake Mascoma Lake Goose Pond Canaan Street Lake Gra on Pond Newfound Lake Squam Lake Little Squam Lake White Oak Pond Dan Hole Pond Lower Beech Pond Upper Beech Pond Silver Lake Purity Lake Chocorua Lake Conway Lake Broad Bay Ossipee Lake Stinson Lake Indian Pond Long Pond Upper Baker Pond Lake Tarleton Greeley Ponds Sawyer Pond Moore Reservoir
Lake Opechee Merrimack R i ver Kezar Lake Wellington State Park Cardigan State Park Rollins State Park Winslow State Park Mt. Sunapee State Park Pillsbury State Park Ellacoya State Park White Lake State Park Crawford Notch State Park Franconia Notch State Park Echo Lake State Park Wentworth State Beach Mt. Major Belknap Mtn. Gunstock Mtn. Bald Knob Mt. Shaw Red Hill Rattlesnake Mtn. Mt. Cardigan Stinson Mtn. Mt. Chocorua Mt. Washington Mt. Lafayette Cannon Mtn. Mt. Lincoln Mt. Liberty Loon Mtn. South Twin Mtn. 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Daily tours, sunset dinner cruises, Sunday brunch, and private functions available. For schedules, ports, menus and information, visit cruisenh.com M/S Mount Washington Cruises HOME PORT | 211 Lakeside Ave., Weirs Beach, Laconia NH 03246 603-366-5531 www.cruisenh.com E-3 15 D E F G EVERYTHING FOR THE RIDER— AND THE RIDE! Huge selection of new & used bikes, genuine H-D clothing, riding gear, souvenirs. Hundreds of parts & accessories. Full Service Department, and Riding Academy. Your destination for everything Harley-Davidson! Two convenient locations: www.LaconiaHarley.com Laconia Harley-Davidson 239 Daniel Webster Highway (Rte. 3) Meredith, NH 03253 603-279-4526 D-3 White Mountain Harley 1275 White Mountain Highway (Rte.16) North Conway, NH 03860 603-356-7775 B-5 18 THE PLACE FOR BIKERS! With over 250+ new and used bikes, protective riding gear, clothing and apparel, parts and accessories, a full service department, rentals and rider education... it’s like Disneyland for Bikers! Laconia Harley-Davidson 239 Daniel Webster Highway (Rte. 3) Meredith, NH 03253 603-279-4526 www.LaconiaHarley.com Visit our sister location: White Mountain Harley on Rte.16 in North Conway 603-356-7775 Moore Reservoir 41 42 43 44 115 16 3 142 116 Littleton Carroll WELCOME to HOLDERNESS HARBOR on BEAUTIFUL SQUAM LAKE As one of New Hampshire’s finest marinas, we offer a variety of amenities perfect for your weekend escape or vacation getaway. Storage Docking and valet services Rentals including Boston Whaler, Four Winns, Pontoon, Paddle Boards, Kayaks, and Canoes Boat slip rentals by the day, week, month or season Free Wi-Fi Holderness Harbor on Squam Lake 879 US Rte. 3 PO Box 728 Holderness, NH 03245 (603) 968-9001 www.holdernessharbor.com D-3 3 THE MOUNT WASHINGTON COG RAILWAY IS ONE OF THE WORLD’S … … great rail adventures, and an exhilarating journey through history, technology, and nature. Vintage steam and modern biodiesel trains climb to the 6288' summit of the highest mountain in the Northeast, with shorter trips to lower elevations throughout the winter. For year-round schedule, tickets and much more, visit thecog.com. The Mount Washington Cog Railway 3168 Base Station Rd., Mount Washington, NH 6 miles east of Rte. 302, near historic Bretton Woods, NH 603-278-5404 / 800-922-8825 thecog.com A-3 4 EXPERIENCE LUXURY AND HISTORIC CHARM ON LAKE WINNIPESAUKEE … … when you discover Mill Falls at the Lake. Choose from four unique Inns, each with their own distinct style, all accessible from a lakefront boardwalk. Enjoy shopping at the Marketplace, relax and be pampered at the award-winning Cascade Spa, or head out for some fun on the lake with rentals from our EKAL Activity Center. No matter if your stay is for business, or to simply get away, you’ll leave with memories that will last a lifetime! Mill Falls at the Lake 312 Daniel Webster Hwy., Meredith, NH 03253 844-745-2931 www.millfalls.com D-3 5 6 GUNSTOCK MOUNTAIN RESORT Discover Outdoor Family Fun and Adventure! n Zipline Tours n Aerial Treetop Adventures Scenic Chairlift Rides n Mountain Coaster n Campground with 250 Sites n Cabin Rentals Breathtaking Lake and Mountain Views n Hiking n Biking n Fishing Gunstock Mountain Resort 719 Cherry Valley Road Gilford, NH 03249 603-293-4341 www.gunstock.com E-4 FUN FOR ALL AGES ON WEIRS BEACH–ALL THE OLD TIME TRADITIONS OF A BEACHSIDE PIER! We have it ALL! n Pontoon Rental n New Boat Sales Gas Docks General Store Jet-Ski Rentals n Tiki Hut Boats n Sawyer’s Ice Cream Anthony’s on Water Restaurant There is something for ALL ages. Visit us at www.WinnipesukeePier.com for special events and times. Winnipesaukee Pier 263 Lakeside Avenue, Laconia, NH 03246 www.winnipesaukeepier.com E-3 7 OPEN ALL YEAR THE LARGEST ARCADE IN THE WORLD! Over 600 games, including a huge collection of Classic Videos and Pinballs as well as Prize Games and Kiddie Rides. 20-lane Bowling Center featuring auto scoring & bumpers, 18-hole Indoor Mini-Golf, D.A. Long Tavern, 400 seat Bingo Hall, Braggin’ Dragon Restaurant. Group & corporate outings. Free Party Areas. Ice Cream Shop (seasonal) on site. Your Family Entertainment Super Center Since 1952. Open All Year. Funspot Rte. 3, 579 Endicott Street North Weirs Beach, NH 03247 (603) 366-4377 Questions@FunspotNH.com www.FunspotNH.com D-3 9 10 NEW ENGLAND’S #1 PAINTBALL DESTINATION! Featuring 12 fields across 43 acres, the most advanced rental fleet in the country, and a full service restaurant and bar. We specialize in games for corporate outings, birthday parties, bachelor/bachelorette parties, and socially distant fun for the entire family. Open for walk on play every Saturday and Sunday. Private games are available 7 days a week. OSG Paintball 1053 North Barnstead Road Center Barnstead, NH 03225 800-707-7529 osgpaintball.com F-4 11 3 CAMP RESORTS IN NH’S LAKES AND MOUNTAINS with campsites and luxury cabins, swimming, boating, tubing, fishing, sandy beaches, and beautiful lakes and mountains scenery. Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park™: Glen Ellis 83 Glen Ellis Campground Rd., Glen, NH 03838 603-383-4567 Glenellisjellystone.com Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park™: Lakes Region 111 Mitejo Rd., Milton, NH 03581 603-652-9022 Lakesregionjellystone.com Westward Shores Cottages and Resort 110 Nichols Rd., West Ossipee, NH 03890 603-539-6445 Westwardshores.com B-4, D-4, F-5 DISCOVER TRANQUILITY … n 34 individually decorated guest rooms with fireplaces, many with lakeview balconies and whirlpool baths. n Renovated historic mill building centrally located on Lake Opechee. n Tranquility Springs Wellness Spa n Golden Gifts Gift Shop featuring New England treasures O Steaks & Seafood Lake Opechee Inn and Spa 62 Doris Ray Court Laconia, NH 03246 603-524-0111 www.opecheeinn.com E-3 12 LAKE WINNISQUAM’S CHOICE for STORAGE, DOCKAGE & PONTOON RENTALS. Cobalt, Malibu and Axis boat sales (new and preowned). Rental of pontoon boats (and delivery to other lakes of those rented for 5+ days). Sales of common parts & accessories • Short & long term inside or outside summer storage (inside winter storage/winterizing) • Dock rentals (seasonal or transient)— storage/dockage packages available Jay’s Marina 928 Laconia Rd., Tilton, NH 03276 603-524-3150 JaysMarina.com E-3 21 RELAX AND REJUVENATE IN OUR PEACEFUL WELLNESS SPA. Our peaceful center offers an integrative approach to self care. Whether you’re indulging in a spa day, planning a group retreat, or embarking on a wellness journey, our team will create an experience tailored to you. Spa and wellness offerings include Floatation Therapy, Massage, Hydrafacial, Infrared Sauna, Private Yoga, and more. Meredith Whole Living Center 48 Main St., Meredith, NH 03253 603-279-0007 MeredithWholeLiving.com D-3 20 HISTORIC ESTATE, UNMATCHED VIEWS Tour the 1914 Arts and Crafts mansion, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Dine in vintage horse stalls or on the lake-view terrace at The Carriage House Restaurant. Walk or hike along 28 miles of trail, exploring waterfalls and epic vistas. Visit Café in the Clouds for lunch and an ice cream cone, or attend one of the many programs and events offered for all ages and interests. Enjoy the most stunning views of Lake Winnipesaukee all throughout your visit. Spend an hour or a day! Open daily May 27-Oct 22. Castle in the Clouds Route 171, Moultonborough, NH 03254 603-476-5900 castleintheclouds.org D-4 19 Moore Reservoir 41 42 43 44 115 3 142 116 Littleton Carroll W L Plain eld 17 WOODSTOCK INN BREWERY … … is one of the state’s most visited destinations. The all-inclusive property features an inn with 40+ unique rooms, suites, and houses, an award-winning restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, and multiple bars. The brewery is expanding in 2023 to include a new state-of-the-art brewhouse. Live music entertainment weekly. Woodstock Inn Brewery 135 Main Street North Woodstock, NH 03262 603-745-3951 woodstockinnbrewery.com B-2 NEARER TO NATURE! Open meadows, mature forests, and marsh boardwalks connect interactive natural exhibits along the self-guided exhibit trail where native NH animals reside. n All new Raptor Exhibit featuring birds of prey. n Guided pontoon boat cruises on Squam Lake (May-October). n Kirkwood Gardens and nature-inspired gift shop. n Trails open daily May 1-November1. Information and tickets at nhnature.org Squam Lakes Natural Science Center Rte. 113, Holderness, NH 03245 603-968-7194 www.nhnature.org D-3 16 HISTORIC LAKESIDE WOLFEBORO INN and WOLFE’S TAVERN. • 44 Cozy Rooms and spacious suites • On Lake Winnipesaukee with a private beach; walk to picturesque village with shops, boutiques and galleries. • Dine in our Authentic New England Pub • Craft cocktails, over 100 beers, and menus featuring ingredients from local farms. The Wolfeboro Inn & Wolfe’s Tavern 90 North Main Street Wolfeboro, NH 03894 (603) 569-3016 www.wolfeboroinn.com E-4 1 CREATING MEMORIES SINCE 1928! Clark’s—a trusted family attraction since 1928. Ride our sensational new Water Raft Ride, Anaconda Escape! Enjoy the Trained Bear Show, a ride on The White Mountain Central Railroad through Wolfman’s territory, and our Amazing Circus! Don’t miss Wolfie’s Segway Park, Water Blaster Boats, the Climbing Tower, Museums, Kilburn’s Photo Parlor and River City Mining. Visit unique specialty shops and much more! We can BEARLY wait to see you! Clark’s Bears 110 US Rte. 3 (Daniel Webster Hwy.) Lincoln, NH 03251 603-745-8913 www.clarksbears.com B-2 8 POLAR CAVES PARK— A NEW HAMPSHIRE GEM! A Family Adventure since 1922! n Visit our natural attractions featuring 9 glacial caves on a self-guided tour. Explore our Boulder Maze! n Feed the deer and ducks. n Sift for rocks and minerals in the Mining Sluice. Come visit a Granite State Gem for all Polar Caves Park 705 Rumney Rte. 25 Tenney Mtn. Highway (I-93 Exit 26), Rumney, NH 03266 603-536-1888 www.polarcaves.com D-2 2 13 GET ALL YOUR VACATION NEEDS IN ONE STOP! Shopping, Health & Beauty, Restaurants, Entertainment and more—all in one place! Calendar of year-round free fun family events—follow us on social! BRICKYARD SQUARE / Epping, NH 24 Calef Hwy., Epping, NH 03042 brickyardsquarenh.com facebook.com/thebrickyardsquare G-5 THE RIDGE / Rochester, NH 92 Farmington Rd., Rochester, NH 03867 theridgenh.com facebook.com/theridgenh F-5 NEW HAMPSHIRE’S OLDEST ICE CREAM and CANDY MAKER SINCE 1906 Celebrating 117 years of sweet confection! Region’s Best Haus Made Ice Cream and Sundae Smorgasbord Haus Made Chocolate, Fudge and Candy Candy Smorgasbord Ten rooms of wicked cool gifts Panoramic View Open All Year Kellerhaus Ice Cream, Candy & Gifts 259 Endicott St. North (Rte. 3) Weirs Beach, NH 03247 Toll Free 1-888-KLR-HAUS kellerhaus.com E-3 14
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at 603-527-8313 or visit their website at newenglandcoffeefestival.com
100th Annual Laconia Motorcycle Week June 10-18, 2023 A week of racing and related festivities. For more information and schedules, call 603-366-2000 or visit the website at www.laconiamcweek.com
NASCAR Racing at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, July 15-16, 2023 www.nhms.com
League of New Hampshire Craftsmen’s Fair Mount Sunapee Resort, Newbury, NH Aug. 5-13, 2023 www.nhcrafts.org
NH Lakes Region Pickleball Tournament
September 7-10, 2023 Foss Field, 88 Lehner St., Wolfeboro, NH www.pickleballtournaments.com
NH Highland Games Loon Mountain Resort, Lincoln
Sept. 15-17, 2023 Largest Scottish Festival in the Northeast. www.nhscot.org Prescott Farm Annual Harvest Festival Laconia Sept. 16, 2023 www.prescottfarm.org
6th Annual Biketemberfest
YOUR VACATION WILL BE WAITING!
There’s plenty going on all year round in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire. Spring getaways are the perfect time to browse our unique and colorful shops, and in the summer, you’ll stay cool in one of our 273 lakes and ponds! Autumn days in the Lakes Region are warm, the nights are cool and crisp, and the colors really do live up to their reputation! In the winter, the action really heats up on the snow and ice, with everything from world-class downhill skiing to world-championship dogsled racing, to the non-stop excitement of outdoor ice hockey—we’ve got it all! For more information or help planning your trip, visit www.lakesregion.org Or call 1-800-60-LAKES (1-800-605-2537) or 603-286-8008.
in Meredith. Over 250 teams; free for spectators. www.pondhockeyclassic.com
February, 2024. For information: 603-279-7600. www.meredithrotary.org
World Championship Sled Dog Derby For more than 75 years, the streets of Laconia have gone to the dogs in mid-February.
February, 2024 www.lrsdc.org
HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES
Christmas at the Castle
November 18 & 19; 24, 25 & 26, 2023. Tour the historic mansion, beautifully decorated for the holiday season 603-476-5900 www.castleintheclouds.org
The Gift of Lights
November–January Two million LED lights and hundreds of Christmas light displays at New Hampshire Motor Speedway. 1122 Rte. 106N, Loudon, NH. www.nhms.com
Merry, Merry Canterbury December weekends at Canterbury Shaker Village www.shakers.org
Popular Hikes for Families of all Ages
For a free copy of the official NH Travel Guide, contact: New Hampshire Division of Travel and Tourism Development 100 North Main Street, Suite 100 n Concord, NH 03301 1-800-386-4664 n www.visitnh.gov For information about the White Mountains of New Hampshire, contact: White Mountains Attractions Association PO Box 10, 200 Kancamagus Highway North Woodstock, NH 03262 n 603-745-8720 800-346-3687 fax: 603-745-6765 n www.visitwhitemountains.com Cover photography: Jeremy Noyes This brochure is paid for in part by the State of New Hampshire. © 2023 Lakes Region Tourism Association 3 2023 400M SMALL PHOTO CREDITS KIDS ON DOCK: PURITY SPRING RESORT MOM SON: LRTA ANTIQUE BOAT: OMOT MOTORCYCLE: LaconiaMCWeek.com DOG: LILIUOKALANI’S ICE CREAM SHOP ICE SAILING: KAREN BOBOTAS LOON: ROBERT KOZLOW ELLEN EDERSHEIM LRTA
Canterbury Shaker Village 288 Shaker Rd., Canterbury 03224 603-783-9511 www.shakers.org Community, Simplicity, Innovation. Experience our historic buildings, shop the village store, and explore miles of trails. Open early May through October; Weekends until Christmas. Check our website for workshops and events. F-3 Capitol Center for the Arts 44 South Main St., Concord 03301 603-225-1111 friends@ccanh.com ccanh.com With two vibrant venues, the larger Chubb Theatre and the smaller Bank of NH Stage, Concord’s Capitol Center for the Arts brings the best of live entertainment to New Hampshire audiences statewide. G-3 Great Waters Music Festival Office: 54 N. Main St., Wolfeboro 03894 603-569-7710 info@greatwaters.org www.greatwaters.org Enjoy concerts this summer under the Great Waters’ tent with stunning mountaintop views or indoors in Wolfeboro. Create memories that last a lifetime. See website for details. D-4, E-4 Haunting Whisper Vineyards and Spirits 77 Oak Ridge Rd., Danbury 03230 603-768-5506 info@HauntingWhisper.com www.HauntingWhisper.com A family winery, distillery and vineyard located on 75 acres with panoramic lake and mountain views. Offering red, white, fruit wines & spirits including rum, brandy, whiskey, etc. Retail store on premises. Located between Lake Sunapee and Newfound Lake, off US Rte. 4 E-2 Highland Mountain Bike Park 75 Ski Hill Dr., Northfield 03276 603-286-7677 info@highlandmountain.com www.highlandmountain.com Lift-accessed downhill mountain bike park featuring technical and freeride terrain for beginners to experts. Our Find Your Ride program will set you up with everything you need to successfully explore the mountain, including your day pass, rental bike, safety equipment, and a one-hour Park Ready orientation. F-3 The Loon Center 183 Lee’s Mill Rd., Moultonboro 03254 603-476-5666 www.loon.org The Loon Center and Markus Wildlife Sanctuary. Come learn about Loons and the ecology of NH! Exhibits, nature trails, videos, the Loons Feather Gift Shop, Free admission. Please see our website for seasonal hours. D-4 Dining Blue Bistro and NazBar & Grill at Naswa Resort 1086 Weirs Blvd., Laconia 03246 603-366-4341 World Famous NazBar & Grill on the water’s edge serves Lunch, Dinner, Creative Cocktails with Live Music. Award Winning Blue Bistro offers Brilliantly Crafted Cuisine…Prime Steak, Fresh Seafood & Exquisite Homemade Desserts E-3 Dockside Seafood Steak Spirits 6 East Side Dr., Alton Bay 03810 603-855-2222 info@docksidenh.com www.docksidenh.com We are passionate about food and friendships. We are upscale, not uppity! Our sister restaurant is across the Bay, Bayside Diner. Good Food… Good Friends… Happy Eating. That’s our motto! For current menus and hours, please visit our website or facebook page. E-4 Giuseppe’s Pizzeria & Ristorante Mill Falls Marketplace, Meredith 03253 603-279-3313 giuseppesnh.com A full service restaurant with a festive Italian atmosphere. Gourmet pizza, pasta, seafood, steak, veal, vegan, & gluten-free choices. Very musical, very Italian, & very good! Live musical entertainment nightly Reservations recommended and appreciated. D-3 Marinas MacCallum’s Boathouse Inc. 1049 Dover Rd., Epsom 03234 603-736-4750 peter@maccallumsboathouse.com maccallumsboathouse.com Family Owned and Operated. New Nautique, Harris & Four Winns Boats; Used & Pre-owned Boats; Marine Services provided by Factory Certified Technicians. See our Virtual Showroom. G-4 Marinas & Boat Rentals Fay’s Marina 71 Varney Point Rd., Gilford 03249 603-293-8000 New/used boat sales: Avalon, Scarab, Wellcraft, Catalina, J-Boat, Fulcrum Speedworks, Zim Sailing. Hobie Catamarans & Kayaks. Rentals: bowriders, pontoons, fishing, sailboats, kayaks. Engine/boat/sailboat repair, moorings, gas dock, store, canvas shop. Year round storage, temporary slips. 8-5 daily. Listings at faysboatyard.com E-4 Shopping Annalee Dolls 339 Daniel Webster Hwy., Meredith 03253 800-433-6557 www.annalee.com Heartfelt gifts & seasonal decorations that bring a sense of joy and magic to your home throughout the year! These dolls have been a NH tradition since 1934! Discover heartwarming displays that bring back childhood memories. Watch dolls being made for the Limited Edition Exclusive Collection! Open daily 10-5 D-3 Atlas Fireworks 320 Daniel Webster Hwy. Belmont 03220 603-524-3022 www.atlasfireworks.com The largest consumer retail fireworks store in the Lakes Region. Open year round with the largest selection of fireworks for your backyard display. E-3 Mill Falls Marketplace Rtes. 3 & 25, Meredith 03253 www.millfalls.com/shop Enjoy a view of the lake and beautifully landscaped surroundings with a 40’ waterfall while shopping in unique shops and dining in five great restaurants. This historic marketplace is open year round. D-3 Spas Lake Opechee Inn and Spa 62 Doris Ray Court Laconia, NH 03246 603-524-0111 www.opecheeinn.com Tranquility Springs Wellness Spa, located at Lake Opechee Inn and Spa, provides complete relaxation for Lakes Region visitors. Our treatments offer a unique experience customized just for you. “Come Discover Tranquility”—you deserve it. E-3 Meredith Whole Living Center 48 Main Street Meredith, NH 03253 603-279-0007 meredithwholeliving.com Our award-winning spa features the latest in beauty and wellness technologies in a warm, inviting space. Premium bridal and couples accommodations available. D-3 Camping Chocorua Camping Village KOA Rte. 16, - 3 mi. north of Jct. 25W. 893 White Mtn. Hwy., Chocorua, NH 03817 603-323-8536 info@chocoruacamping.com chocoruacamping.com Award Winning and Best Reviewed Park. Friendly family, 50amp, W/E/S, cable & Wi-Fi. Deluxe Cabins, Rustic off-the-grid cabins. Tipis, Lake, Pool, Food Service, Camp Store, Dog Park, Boating, Fishing, Hiking, Biking, 5 Miles of Trails. Themed weekends and Daily activities. C-4 Tamworth Camping Area 306 Depot Rd., Tamworth 03886 603-323-8031; 800-274-8031 info@tamworthcamping.com tamworthcamping.com Family camping on the shaded Swift River. Waterfront sites, trailer rentals, full hook-ups for big rigs, beach, playground and petting farm. C-4 Vacation Home Rentals At The Lake Vacation Rentals 60 Whittier Hwy., Unit 6, Moultonboro 03254 We offer the finest selection of pre-inspected waterfront & water access properties in the Lakes Region. Weekly and seasonal rates. View all listings and book online at LakesRegionRentals.com or call 603-253-9871. D-3 Break Away Rentals/ Break Away Property Management 208A Daniel Webster Hwy., Meredith 03253 603-667-7075 info@breakawayrentalhomes.com breakawayrentalhomes.com Find the Lakes Region getaway home you are looking for, no matter the season or length of stay. Bring your whole family to the lake for a vacation you won’t soon forget. Weekly, extended stay or year round. D-3 Twin Designs Gift Shop Diane the Turtle 8 Central Sq., Bristol 03222 TwinDesignsGiftShop.com DianeTheTurtle.com Gifts–Souvenirs and Memories. Featuring our original artwork & books; watercolors; jewelry; fine arts; puzzles, games & more… Owned and operated by twin brothers Brad & Jim Tonner. The store is also the home of Diane the Turtle. Open 7 days a week, year round. E-2 Accommodations Cabins, Cottages, Condos and Motels Ames Farm Inn 2800 Lakeshore Rd., Gilford 03249 603-293-4321 www.amesfarminn.com info@amesfarminn.com Spacious grounds with beautiful sandy beach. Boat ramp. Cabins, apartments and rooms available May to October. Dining room open mid-June thru Labor Day; 7:30 am–1 pm. Lakeside, homestyle cooking. Reservations recommended on the weekends. Our 133rd year of welcoming guests on Lake Winnipesaukee. E-4 Channel Waterfront Cottages 1192 Weirs Blvd. (Rte. 3), Weirs Beach 03247 channelcottages.com 15 Waterfront Cottages. 1, 2, 3+ Queen bedrooms, most with kitchens. All with A/C & FREE Wi-Fi. Private Sandy Beach. Island w/Stereo, Cable TV & Fireplace. Gas Grills. Docking. *Pets Welcome.* Perfect for Family Reunions & Weddings. Our 32nd season! Call or email today! 603-366-4673 Jose@channelcottages.com E-3 Silver Sands Motel & Marina 103 Weirs Rd., Rte. 11B, Gilford 03249 Motel: 603-293-4481 Marina: 603-293-7200 www.ssmotel.com Spectacular Lake and Mountain views! Private sandy beach, outdoor pool, docking. Cottages, efficiency suites & motel rooms avail spring, summer and fall. Monthly and seasonal. Silver Sands Marina offers seasonal docking, full sales & service departments! E-4 Country Inns Lake House at Ferry Point B&B 100 Lower Bay Rd., Sanbornton 03269 603-524-0087 new-hampshire-inn.com Peaceful lakefront, kayaks and boats for your use. Minutes away from quality restaurants, outlet shopping and year-round fun at Gunstock Mountain Resort. E-3 Newfound Lake Inn 1030 Mayhew Tpk. Bridgewater 03222 603-744-9111 www.newfoundlakeinn.com events@newfoundlakeinn.com Charming B & B on beautiful Newfound Lake, 250 feet frontage, private beach, multi-boat dock. 25 rooms, AC, continental breakfast. On site restaurant and tavern. Open year-round. Voted “Best Veranda” by Yankee Magazine. D-2 Annual Events For a complete listing of events, visit our Calendar of Events at www.lakesregion.org BOAT SHOWS 49th Annual Lake Winnipesaukee Antique Boat Show Wolfeboro Town Docks, July 29, 2023 necacbs.org 46th Annual Alton Bay Boat Show Alton Town Docks, August 12, 2023 (tentative) 9 am–Noon 603-569-4554 www.nhbm.org ARTS & CRAFTS FAIRS and FESTIVALS For a complete listing see www.joycescraftshows. com www.castleberryfairs.com; LRAANH.org or for all events year round visit www.lakesregion.org OTHER EVENTS Annual New England Coffee Festival May 19–20, 2023 Downtown Laconia For information, contact Wayfarer Coffee Roasters
Attractions
Family Fun Activities, crafts, horse drawn wagon and tractor rides, food, live music.
15-17, 2023 Laconia Fall Bike Rally—Live Bands and DJ’s on 3 stages. Outdoor Block Party; Great Food; Cold Beer; Mixed Drinks; 10 Bars and 4 kitchens. Weirs Beach 603-366-9100 New Hampshire Pumpkin Festival Downtown Laconia Oct. 27 & 28, 2023. A community-hosted family friendly celebration of fall and what is unique about NH. Visit their website at NHPumpkinFestival.com New England Pond Hockey Classic February, 2024 One of the largest Pond Hockey tournaments in North America, played on Lake Winnipesaukee
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45th Great Rotary Ice Fishing Derby A popular two-day regional event held annually. More than $60,000 in prizes awarded.
Alton Bay Moderate 2 hours Elevation: 1,000' Challenging hike, spectacular views. Trailhead near Winnipesaukee scenic lookoffs on Rte. 11, about 5 miles north of Alton Bay. Parking lot is marked. Mount Cardigan – Alexandria Moderate/difficult 4.4 mi., 4 hours Elevation: 3,121' Outstanding peak, views. Picnic, pond, AMC lodge, camping at base. Trailhead: Rte 3A north from Bristol 2 mi. to blinking light, left on W. Shore Rd., to “sign tree” intersection, straight thru Alexandra village, right on Cardigan Mtn. Rd., several miles to Shem Valley Rd., to Cardiagan lodge trailhead Rattlesnake Mountain – Holderness/ Sandwich Easy 1.8 mi., 1.5 hours Elevation: 1,260' Best view of Squam lakes. Old Bridle Path follows a cart route to rock-covered summit. Trailhead: Rte. 113N from Little Squam in Holderness Village. Trail is across from Mount Morgan Trail. Look for “Old Bridle Path” signs as a privately owned trail is nearby. Ossipee Range – at Castle in the Clouds 45 miles of trails. Mt. Shaw (2,975’) with White Mountain views and Bald Knob with spectacular Lake Winnipesaukee views are most popular. Park off Rte. 171 by information kiosk, east of Castle entrance and Severance Rd., or from Castle. Lakes Region Tour This scenic drive is a 97-mile drive through the region that encompasses spectacular lake and mountain views, quaint New England villages, and a wide variety of year-round recreational possibilities. The Tour is highlighted in yellow on the map. Woodstock Inn Brewery 135 Main St., North Woodstock 03262 603-745-3951 woodstockinnbrewery.com relax@WoodstockInnNH.com 40+ unique rooms, suites, and houses, many featuring whirlpool tubs and gas fireplaces! Enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner, daily brewery tours plus weekly entertainment! B-2 Hotels and Resorts Best Western Plymouth Inn–White Mountains 1513 US Rte. 3, Campton 03223 603-536-3520; 1-800-780-7234 www.bestwestern.com/plymouthinnnh info@bwplymouthinnnh.com We offer hot complimentary breakfast, free wifi, cozy lobby fireplace, indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, fitness room, newly renovated rooms and family king suites. C-3 The Margate on Winnipesaukee 76 Lake St., Laconia 03246 603-524-5210 800-MARGATE www.themargate.com reservations@themargate.com Located on 400 feet of pristine sandy beach on the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee. 141 beautiful guest rooms, indoor and outdoor pools, oversized Jacuzzi whirlpool, fitness center, canoe, kayak and paddleboard rentals. Gazebo Beach Bar, Arcade Game room and close to area attractions. E-3 NASWA Resort 1086 Weirs Blvd., Laconia 03246 603-366-4341 info@naswa.com www.naswa.com Gracious Heart & Soul Hospitality on Lake Winnipesaukee for 88 years! Lakefront Rooms, Colorful Cottages and Studio Suites. Pet Friendly. Free dock slips, WIFI, kayaks and paddleboards. Award Winning Blue Bistro serves Brilliantly Crafted Cuisine … Prime Steak, Fresh Seafood. NazBar & Grill offers Lunch, Dinner, Creative Cocktails & Live Music. E-3 The Windrifter Resort 337 South Main St., Wolfeboro 03894 603-569-1323 info@windrifterresort.com www.windrifterresort.com Year round 42 unit resort offering timeshare memberships and lodging rentals. Amenities include heated Indoor Pool, exercise room, saunas, Tennis/Pickle Ball court, function space rentals, dock/mooring rentals on Lake Winnipesaukee, free Wi-Fi, fully equipped kitchenettes and beautiful views. E-4 NH BOAT MUSEUM
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of Map & Guide O F F C I A L New Hampshire LAKES REGION of FREE! FREE! Scenic boat cruises • Historic castle tours • Inn to Inn bike tours • Adventure hiking and canoeing • Spectacular scenery Family attractions, activities and events • Sales tax-free outlet shopping Traditional New England villages • Theatres, museums, and entertainment Waterfront train and walking tours • And almost 300 crystal clear lakes and ponds! NEPHC NH Boat Museum & Vintage Boat Rides 399 Center St., (Rte. 28) Wolfeboro 03896 603-569-4554 museum@nhbm.org nhbm.org NH Boat Museum features exhibits and activities about the boating heritage of NH’s lakes, plus Programs, Events for all-ages. Museum Store. Vintage Boat Rides on Lake Winnipesaukee. Free museum pass with boat ride. See website for 2023 seasonal hours and events. www.nhbm.org E-4 Oxford Casino Hotel 777 Casino Way, Oxford, ME 04270 207-539-6700 www.oxfordcasino.com The 24/7 destination for fun and gaming excitement! State-of-the-art reel and video slot machines, plus exciting table action. Have a blast at Southern Maine’s Casino! Persons under 21 years of age may not enter the gaming area or restaurants unless licensed as employees. Gambling problem? In Maine, call 2-1-1 for help. Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center 928 White Oaks Rd., Laconia 03246 603-366-5695 info@prescottfarm.org www.prescottfarm.org A non-profit 501c3 helping you rediscover nature! Prescott Farm—Exploring and preserving the natural world, one adventure at a time. E-3 Scenic Railriders 188 Sewalls Falls Rd., Concord 03301 603-931-1700 www.scenicrailriders.com Pedal railroad tracks on our custom-made railbikes. Enjoy tranquil pond and river views as you pedal through the forest, dairy farm pastures, over two bridges and past the Historic Hannah Duston site. G-3 Skydive New England 40 Skydive Ln., Lebanon, ME 04027-4359 207-339-1520 skydivenewengland.com info@skydivenewengland.com Skydive New England has been the #1 skydiving destination in this region for 40 years. Join us for a thrilling adventure. Wright Museum of WW II 77 Center St., Wolfeboro 03894 603-569-1212 info@wrightmuseum.org www.wrightmuseum.org Over 14,000 WWII vintage items from the home front and battlefields. Special 2023 May 1-Oct. 31: Charles Miller: 83 original paintings–a stunning visual diary by American serviceman and lifelong NH resident. July 1-Sept. 10: Snoopy and the Red Baron. See website for 2023 season updates. Open Monday-Saturday 10-4, Sunday 12-4. E-4 KAREN BOBOTAS LRTA ROBERT KOZLOW NH BOAT MUSEUM ROBERT KOZLOW ROBERT KOZLOW Lake Winnipesaukee | Squam Lake | Lake Sunapee | Newfound Lake Lake Opechee | Lake Winnisquam | Ossipee Lake | Highland Lake | Kezar Lake and more than 260 other beautiful lakes and ponds! of New Hampshire NHDTTD WISEGUYCREATIVE.COM ROBERT KOZZLOW
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