Welcome to Lake Winnipesaukee NH
Escape to paradise on Lake Winnipesaukee, NH
Home to New England’s Most Scenic Lake, Lake Winnipesaukee boasts 72 square miles of crystal-clear waters surrounded by majestic mountains & so much more. Start planning your next getaway to the Lakes Region of New Hampshire and take advantage of the best rates on accommodations, discounts on local attractions, and a full calendar of events throughout the year! Whether you’re boating, hiking, or exploring charming towns like Meredith and Wolfeboro, Lake Winnipesaukee offers the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. We can’t wait to welcome you and your party to the beauty of New Hampshire’s premier lake destination.
Your Guide to Exploring Lake Winnipesaukee Events
Season Events
Kick-off Time For Spring and Summer Events Lake Winnipesaukee! Plan to visit these exciting future events with us in the lakes region for spring and summer fun and experience this beautiful lakes area so many have already come to Love!
Discover the Lakes Region
Looking for the top things to do during your Lakes Region vacation getaway, with options for every age and interest? There’s so much to experience at each stop, and once you’ve discovered the magical pull of New Hampshire’s Lakes…
Take the Loop Drive
An 81-mile loop around the big lake takes you from Laconia, Meredith, Center Harbor, the Ossipee Mountain area, to Wolfeboro and finally lands you in the Alton Bay area. Take heart, the drive is long, but it’s a MUST-DO if you’re visiting the region…
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Lakes Region Cities and Towns
Discover the Beauty of Lake Winnipesaukee – One of New Hampshire’s Most Scenic Destinations!
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Your Ultimate Lakeside Escape
Explore the wonders of Lake Winnipesaukee with our interactive map. From peaceful shores to vibrant towns, discover the perfect spot for your next adventure. Click or tap to begin your journey across this New Hampshire treasure.
Lake Winnipesaukee Rated Top Lake to Visit In New Hampshire
Winter, Spring, Summer or Fall, Lake Winnipesaukee Is The Top destination in NH to Visit. Winnipesaukee is a year-round vacation wonderland with something for everyone to do, young and older alike. Whether you live here or just vacation here in the Lakes Region, the fun begins with every daily adventure whether on the big lake or local fun around the many towns in the area.
BEACH ADVISORY NH LAKES AND BEACHES
Lake Winnipesaukee and the surrounding lakes and area communities offer vacationers an opportunity to ski some of the finest powder in New England, snowmobile across endless miles of maintained trails, camp at some of the most beautiful wilderness settings, and boat and fish on our many pristine lakes. Enjoy nature camping or find a lodge, chalet, condo, or house rental. There really is no better place to spend time with family and friends. Right now, whatever the season, outside your window there are countless adventures awaiting for you on your arrival.
Top Ten Things To Do in The NH Lakes Region
- The M/S Mount Washington Cruise Ship – Alton Bay
- Funspot and Water Slides Weirs Beach – Laconia
- Gunstock Mountain Resort – Gilford
- Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion Gilford
- Weirs Beach Gaming Pavilion – Weirs Beach
- Zip Lining – Gunstock Resort – Gilford
- Mount Washington Cruises – Weirs Beach – Laconia
- Pirates Cove Adventure Mini Golf – Meredith
- Squam Lakes Natural Science Center – Holderness NH
- The History of Lake Winnipesaukee
Spring and Summer in the Lakes Region is simply a refreshingly wonderful time of year around the lakes region of NH. Whether boating, water skiing, fishing, diving, kayaking or visiting our unique country Inns and shops in the area make this time of year great for your vacation getaway.
Fall and Winter in the Lakes Region you say? WEATHER PERMTING OF COURSE. The fun never stops any time on this majestic lake. Nothing compares to the breathtaking beauty of Fall and Winter on and around Lake Winnipesaukee! During the fall, the loop drive around the big lake is magnificent, and your just a quick ride to the White Mountains. Winter wonderland stars has you step out onto the ice, frosty breath in the air, adorned with your favorite winter apparel. A fan favorite is the ice runway Fly-In onto the Big Lake and the Winter Carnival. One of the most exciting events in winter for the whole family. The frozen tundra is dotted with Ice fishing bob houses as far as the eye can see. There is ice skating, ice fishing, dog sled racing, snowmobiles and ice boats that fly with the wind. If you like to ski or snowboard, the most popular Gunstock Resort in Gilford NH is just minutes away from Alton Bay area. This mountain is perfect for all ages and abilities and you cannot beat the majestic views of Lake Winnipesaukee that you view as your soaring down the slopes!
Whatever your interests or time of year, Lake Winnipesaukee will leave lasting memories and great family fun!
….Have you ever asked what you can do in the Lake Winnipesaukee Region? Lake Winni is the perfect natural wonderland designed for all the activities imaginable. I challenge you to find a place where you can do so much!
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