The Top 7 Lakes in Belknap County
Looking to visit the best lakes in Belknap County? 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 Belknap County’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: October 7, 2025
The views from the heights of Mount Major over Lake Winnipesaukee are truly splendid and fully worth the effort to get there.
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From this spot just below Locke's Hill summit on the Quarry Trail, you get great views through the trees of Lake Winnipesaukee. This is a great place to catch your …
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Small island in Lake Winnipesaukee — most of the land (and therefore, the views) are private, but it's quiet and pleasant and mostly wooded, with a lovely loop of approximately …
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Lake Winnisquam (Winni) Scenic Trail is a paved rail trail that runs along the banks of the lake. It is completely flat and gives you great views of the lake.
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The trail leads down to the marshy edge of the pond where you can look out over the sparkling water to Mount Mack. This is an especially stunning spot in the summer and autumn.
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The Hamlin-Eames-Smyth Recreation Area is a beautiful green space near Laconia. There are several different well maintained trails that users can choose from. The park is on the banks of Lake Wicwas.
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Great view of Lake Winnipesaukee from Lockes Hill. From this point, you have a great look at some of the islands in the lake.
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