Lake Winnipesaukee Cabins in Tilton New Hampshire

Alton and Alton Bay Meredith Anchorage at the Lake Upcoming Events

Named by Native Americans, Lake Winnipesaukee has a couple of meanings-“smile of the great spirit” or “beautiful water in a high place.” New Hampshire’s largest lake, which is glacier formed and spring fed, is surrounded by three mountain ranges. It is approximately 25 miles long and 15 miles wide, covering 72 square miles. Winnipesaukee has 283 miles of shoreline and contains more than 240 islands. The inspiring wooded shoreline and crystal clear water make this lake a popular summertime retreat-and a treat for all who visit. In addition, there are many communities dotting the lake. Below are the eight largest.

Alton and Alton Bay. Located tt the southern tip of Lake Winnipesaukee, Alton and Alton Bay features small cottages and motels as well as the old railway station. Once bustling with activity, the station is now the community’s information center.

Center Harbor. This quaint New England village is home to Keepsake Quilting, America’s largest quilt shop. Center Harbor borders Squam Lake, the location for the movie, “On Golden Pond.”

Gilford. Nestled at the bottom of the Belknap Mountain range, Gilford boasts two of the regions largest recreation areas, Ellacoya State Park (sandy beach) and Gunstock Recreation Area (camping area and ski trails).

Laconia. The only city located on Lake Winnipesaukee, Lacnoia features Belknap Mill, a restored, still-functioning mill building. The Mill has become a year round cultural center offering programs in music, lectures and exhibits.  [Top]

Meredith. A classic New England village, Meredith provides a town dock with a lakeside walking area and park decorated with flower pots. It’s also home to the Lakes Region Fine Arts and Crafts Festival.

Moultonboro. With over 60 miles of frontage on Lake Winnipesaukee, Moultonboro is the setting for Castle in the Clouds, a unique estate with astounding views, and the Ossipee Mountains, which provide a scenic backdrop to Moultonboro Bay, a perfect spot for boating, fishing and swimming.

Weirs Beach. An ideal place to spend a day relaxing on the large sandy beach or strolling the boardwalk with its arcades and restaurants, Weirs Beach is also a favorite destination for recreational boaters.

Wolfeboro. Known as the “Oldest Summer Resort in America,” Wolfeboro offers quaint shops, superb restaurants, must-see museums and a whole host of vacation activities.

For more information, visit www.winnipesaukee.com.  [Top]

• May 12 - May 17, 2009:  9th Annual Vintage Racing Celebration at NH Motor Speedway

• May 15 - May 17, 2009:  28th Annual Winni Fishing Derby at Lake Winnipesaukee Weigh Station: Public Docks - Weirs Beach

• June 13 - June 21, 2009:
  Laconia Motorcycle Week

• July and August 2009  "Music at the Marketplace"                                                                                                                          Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays, July 3 - August 23, 2009
  Wednesdays at 7:45pm; Fridays & Sundays from 7-10pm; Saturdays from 7:30-10:30pm

• September 4 - September 7, 2009:
  Labor Day Weekend on Lake Winnisquam

• Sept 20, 2009 :
  New Hampshire Motor Speedway - 12th Annual Sylvania
  Loudon, NH
  
• Sept 28 - October 14, 2009:
  Fall Foliage
  Great time to see the leaves change their color
  
• October 20, 2009:
  Season Closing.  See you next year.
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