LAKES, BEACHES, & WATER FUN
With so many pristine lakes, beaches and idyllic ponds, New Hampshire offers water sports and activities for everyone. Jetski on the ocean, take a boat tour, hike to a waterfall or just relax and take in the beautiful water views.
Use the links on the left to find information about water access, public use and the many lakes and seacoast areas to explore.
Please use the search boxes below to complete a comprehensive attraction search. You may sort by any combination of attraction type, region, city or town.
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Franconia Notch State Park
This spectacular mountain pass traverses between the high peaks of the Kinsman and Franconia mountain ranges. This popular park offers a multitude of recreational opportunities including camping to discovering geological wonders. The park is home to the Flume Gorge, Cannon Mountain Aerial Tramway, Echo Lake State Beach, The Basin, Boise Rock and The Old Man Memorial Plaza.
I-93, Route 3
Franconia,
NH
03580
Phone: 6038238800
Wadleigh State Park
Swimming on beautiful Kezar Lake. Tall pine trees shade the picnic sites located adjacent to the beach, making it an ideal location for families and group outings. Amenities include a bathhouse, picnic tables, and playing fields.
Route 114
North Sutton,
NH
03260
Phone: 6039274724
Pioneers Board Shop
Pioneers is a full-service surf, skateboard, and snowboard shop that has been in business for 25 years. Pioneers has the largest selections of surf, skate and snow on the seacoast. We offer affordable surfboard and wetsuit rentals for the day or for extended stays and we specialize in private lessons!
62 Lafayette Rd., Route 1
North Hampton,
NH
03862
Phone: 6039647714
Whale's Tale Water Park
Recently named Best in Class Waterpark in America by Aquatics International Magazine. Whether you're looking to chill out, thrill out, lay out or play out, you and your family can do that and more. Shipwreck Island, our biggest and best ride yet will serve up excitement around every corner for all!
481 Daniel Webster Hwy.
Route 3
Lincoln,
NH
03251
Phone: 6037458810
Isles of Shoals Steamship Company
Home of the Steamin Party Ship and Star Island Walking Tours located in downtown Portsmouth, NH. We offer narrated historic cruises of the Isles of Shoals, Star Island, lighthouses, Portsmouth Harbor, fall foliage, sunset cruises and more aboard our 348 Passenger Victorian Steamship, the MV Thomas Laighton. We also offer lobster clambake dinner cruises, party ships with live entertainment, wedding ceremonies and receptions, corporate events, student field trips, bachelor and bachelorette parties or any special event!
315 Market St.
Portsmouth,
NH
03802
Phone: 603-431-5500
Kingston State Park
Only 14 miles from NH seacoast, close to attractions. Park includes fireplaces, picnic area, playground, softball field, areas for horseshoes/volleyball. Two bathhouses w/ dressing rooms/flush toilets for 300 ft of swim area, 100 ft of tree line frontage.
124 Main St.
Kingston,
NH
03848
Phone: 6036425471
Lake Francis State Park
Lake Francis is a 2,000-acre lake near the Connecticut Lakes of the Great North Woods region. This park is a great base for hunters, anglers, canoeists and kayak enthusiasts to enjoy their respective activity. Campers enjoy the wilderness and the scenic setting. A boat launch is located at the park.
439 River Rd.
Pittsburg,
NH
03592
Phone: 60353866965
Clough State Park
On Everett Lake's shore, with 900 ft. beach for swimming. Fishing, picnicking, boating, hiking, biking, winter use. Pavilion for group use.
Off Route 13
Weare,
NH
03281
Phone: 6035297112
Bear Brook State Park
Bear Brook State Park, with more than 10,000 acres, is located in the southeast region of the state. Miles of trails through the heavily forested park, leading to marshes, bogs, summits and ponds, offer options for hikers, mountain bikers and equestrians. The 95-site campground is remotely located in the park on the shore of Beaver Pond.
157 Deerfield Rd.
Allenstown,
NH
03275
Phone: 6034859874
Jenness State Beach
Great family location with Atlantic oceanfront setting. Sandy beach ideal for swimming and picnicking. Bathhouse available.
Route 1A
Rye,
NH
03870
Phone: 6034361552
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