Lake Winnipesaukee Vacation Homes in New Hampshire Wonderland

Lake Winnipesaukee Vacation Homes are located on one of the Largest and one of the Deepest Lakes in New Hampshire.

Centered in the popular Vacation area known as the Lakes Region it provides 4-season pleasure for millions every year.

When you are looking for somewhere to stay check out Lakes Region Vacation Rentals in New Hampshire

Also before I tell you more about the Lake I have a friend that has made a great website about it.

When you’re looking for more activities to do in the Lakes region of NH, check out this site The Lake Winnipesaukee Travel Guide, it describes favorite activities and places to go such as beaches, boating, skiing, attractions, shopping and more.

The lake is surrounded by the foothills of New Hampshire's White Mountains, which provides stunning backdrops to this jewel of a New Hampshire lake, and magnificent views for those prepared to hike a few miles to the summit of surrounding peaks.

The Lake is spring fed and clean, and many Lake Winnipesaukee Vacation Homes on the Lake take their water supply directly without any filtering.

But the native people have known this Lake and its beauty for 10,000 years.

They gave Lake Winnipesaukee the Indian name meaning "Smile of the Great Spirit."

These days people still Fish and Canoe on the Lake but it's shared with modern day Jet skis and Motorboats.

But essentially Lake Winnipesaukee is an area to take your time exploring, and let the hours tick slowly by.

While visiting Lake Winnipesaukee here are a few suggestions for enjoying your visit to the Lake.

M/S MOUNT WASHINGTON CRUISE

For a 132-years a Cruise Boat has been traveling up and down the 72 square miles of the lake.

The current boat - M/S MOUNT WASHINGTON has been operating since 1946.

Due to the demand it was rebuilt and extended in 1982 by cutting the boat in half and placing a middle section.

Today with it's three decks and ample room there's no better way of getting oriented on the Lake.

You can board the boat at Weir's Beach and take the 2 and ˝ hour cruise down to Alton Bay or up to the picturesque town of Meredith.

When you make the trip be prepared to do a lot of waving.

The M/S Mount Washington is a popular and the most distinctive boat on the lake, and you'll find most Boaters and people on the shorelines at their Lake Winnipesaukee Vacation Home will be waving in recognition of this majestic large ship.

THE LAKE WINNIPESAUKEE SCENIC TRAIN RIDE

The Lake Winnipesaukee scenic Train runs from Meredith to Weir's Beach to Lakeport and back.

You can take a 1 hour or 2 hour ride. You'll get spectacular views of the lake and shoreline and Belknap Mountain.

This is a slow ride Train as it travels the shoreline on Paugus Bay, and you'll get plenty of time to admire many of the stunning Lake Winnipesaukee Vacation Homes built on this stretch of the ride.

Snacks and ice cream are sold on the journey.

THE CASTLE IN THE CLOUDS

The Castle in the Clouds is a magnificent home built on a mountaintop in 1913 by industrialist Thomas Plant.

You can tour the castle and grounds where you'll find Waterfalls and miles of Trails to explore.

During the fall foliage season it offers majestic views of the lake and surrounding area.

The Castle is near Moultonboro on the eastern side of the Lake and you can get there by following Route 171 in Ossipee.

BELKNAP MOUNTAIN HIKE

For these willing to be a little more adventurous Lake Winnipesaukee offers some great hiking tails.

Many are moderate to difficult, but the Belknap Mountain hike in Gilford is easy and can be done by most people including small kids.

This is an enjoyable walk and you should allow 2 and ˝ hours round trip to appreciate the walk to its fullest.

At the summit you'll be rewarded with a magnificent view of Lake Winnipesaukee, and if conditions are right you can sometimes spot Mount Washington in the distance.

Take Route 11A to Gilford and drive south through the village. Stay on this road as it climbs Belknap Mountain road. Eventually you'll see signs and a parking area on the left.

These are just a few activities you can do when staying in your Lake Winnipesaukee Vacation Home we hope you have fun.

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