Squam Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce

Summer

Summer on Squam is extraordinary. Warm summer days can be spent kayaking, fishing, swimming or boating on the lakes. On land, the Squam Mountain Range and surrounding areas offer great opportunities for hiking, biking or strolling through the shops. After enjoying the beautiful lakes, visit any of New Hampshire’s major attractions many of which are less than an hour away. The area boasts some challenging golf courses, public tennis courts and opportunities for nature watching that will please any visitor. Whatever your interest or sport, the Squam Lakes area can provide you with the place to enjoy it.

Autumn

Fall on Squam brings an array of incredible colors as the New England foliage peaks and visitor enjoy this beautiful season. Tour boats offer fall foliage tours on the lakes providing visitors a chance to be surrounded by the remarkable colors of fall while enjoying the peacefulness of the lakes. Visitors can enjoy visiting the farm stands full of pumpkins and cornstalks. The Squam Mountain Range draped in color will set the scene for hiking, biking, strolling or any activity on any New England fall day.

Winter

In the winter, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, or skating are wonderful ways to fill a snowy day. Take a snowshoe under the full moon up to the top of Rattlesnake Mountain or just around the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center and enjoy the peaceful calm of winter. The lake transforms itself with a covering of ice and provides a great location for ice fishing and snowmobiling. A variety of ski areas are all within a 45-minute ride or less. Gunstock is within a 1/2 hour drive. Trails for snowshoeing, cross country skiing, snowmobiling or hiking make the Squam Lakes area the perfect spot for winter fun!

Photo Courtesy of Rick Frost

Spring

This is the perfect time for an off-season visit to enjoy the beautiful surroundings of the Squam Lakes and all the area has to offer. The ritual of tapping Maple trees and boiling the sap into dark maple syrup can be seen all around in the spring. Visit the farm stands and plan your garden. Visit Kirkwood Gardens as it begins to bloom for the season. Take advantage of off-season rates and visit Squam in spring.

No matter what the season, Squam has it all.

Trail Information

West Rattlesnake Mountain, Holderness
The most popular hike in the Squam Mountain range with spectacular views of Squam Lake. Just short of a mile to the summit. From Rt. 3 in Holderness, turn right on Rt. 113 and go approx. 2 miles. Look for sign for Rockywold Deephaven Camps on right. parking is ½ mile past sign on left. Rattlesnake trail is on opposite side of road.

Red Hill, Center Harbor
1.7 miles to the summit, which offers wonderful lake views of Squam and Winnipesaukee

Mount Morgan, Sandwich
1.5 miles to the summit, which connects to Mount Webster and Mount Percival

Chamberlain-Reynolds Memorial Forest, Center Harbor
Located just off Rt. 3 in Center Harbor, offering a short walk to Big Squam Lake.

Trail Guides are available for purchase at many area businesses, lodgings, marinas or the Squam Lakes Association.

Squam Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce
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