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Covering 4,238 acres, Winnisquam Lake is New Hampshire's fourth-largest lake located entirely within the state's borders. Nestled into the heart of New England, the lake enjoys a healthy mix of residents and visitors on its shores, all enjoying the plentiful recreational options that Winisquam offers.
Nothing quite compares to the splendor of New Hampshire's outdoors, and the beauty of the pines reflecting on Winnisquam Lake will simply entrance you. Activities around the lake focus on this fact, and you'll spend most of your time outdoors when you're here.
Fishing is one of the top events, as the lake is naturally and artificially stocked with bass, trout, and salmon. Bass tournaments are not uncommon here, and Winnisquam anglers love a bit of competition as they drop a line in, looking for their next record-breaker. And even when you're not competing, fishing along the lake is a unique experience. Surrounded by waters so clear they could be a mirror, trees greener than you've ever seen, and fauna that seem to be around every bend, you'll drift along in your boat, simply enjoying the beauty that is Winnisquam Lake.
Ahern State Park, sharing shoreline with Winnisquam Lake, offers 128 acres of New Hampshire state park for exploration. Hiking trails and paths wind their way through sweet-scented evergreens and are so tranquil that you'll feel like you've gone back to a time when man-made noises were restricted to axes on tree trunks. A sandy beach is available for public use, and those brave enough to dive into Winnisquam Lake?s cool spring-fed waters will find them incredibly refreshing.
Lake activities do not come to a halt when the mercury dips. If you're lucky enough to visit during the fall months, you will be treated to one of New England's greatest natural treasures: the changing of the leaves. Spectacular reds, oranges, and yellows paint the scenery and are equaled only by the brilliance of a sunset. In winter, the surrounding area is perfect for sledding, cross-country skiing, and good, old-fashioned snowball contests capped off by steaming mugs of hot chocolate.
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This lake was last edited by Lisa Raub (lisaraub) on 3/25/08.
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