The Top 20 Lakes in New Hampshire
Looking to visit the best lakes in New Hampshire? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of New Hampshire’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: November 26, 2025
Echo Lake
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The 'Echo Lake' in the 'State Park' of the same name is very popular as a swimming lake in the summer months. A panoramic path leads around the lake; the …
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Lonesome Lake
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Lonesome Lake is nestled within Franconia Notch State Park, and it’s set within a beautiful mountain landscape. It is considered one of the most pristine lakes in New Hampshire.
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Lake of the Clouds Hut and Lakes View
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Lake of the Clouds Hut is the highest and one of the most iconic of the AMC’s backcountry huts. Perched at 5,012 feet between Mount Monroe and Mount Washington, it …
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View of Squam Lake
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Within the West Rattlesnake Natural area you will find here a splendid view of this large lake.
Just north of Meredith and south of the White Mountain National Forest, the …
Just north of Meredith and south of the White Mountain National Forest, the …
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Tower Hill Pond
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From this point you have a great view over the lake. With a little luck you can watch birds. The best time to visit is from April to November. Dogs are allowed, but must be leashed.
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Mill Pond
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Mill Pond is a fishable pond right off the Nashua River. It is dammed by the Mine Falls Dam, a small hydroelectric energy dam. Kayaks can be put in on …
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Hermit Lake
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Hermit Lake is an alpine lake at the base of the iconic Tuckerman's Ravine bowl. There are shelters around the lake, bathroom facilites (flush toilets in the summer, vault in …
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Massabesic Lake
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Massabesic Lake is a lake that covers over 2,500 acres. The lake is surrounding by woodland, but there are several locations where you can get a great view of the …
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Lost Pond
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This pond is across the highway and pretty close to the climb up of Mount Washington. You can see beavers there ocassionally.
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Mascoma Lake
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A picturesque lake you will find along the trail and close to the town of Enfield. The lake feeds into the Mascoma River, which is a smaller river that flows …
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