The 10 Best Bodies of Water in White Mountains, White Mountains

March 10, 2022 Oliva Fomby

New Hampshire's White Mountains are jam packed with attractions. Scenic roads make driving between them a delight. Trundle along Conway's Scenic Railroad and Mount Washington Cog Railway, sally upwards on the Cannon Mountain Aerial Tram and Loon Mountain Skyride, plunge down in Polar Caves Park and Flume Gorge, and reach top speeds at Attitash ski resort and summer playground. Offering a wealth of outdoors wonders both in winter and summer, the White Mountains are a thrill for all seasons.
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1. Connecticut River

Pittsburg, NH
Excellent
90%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 29 reviews

Connecticut River

Reviewed By R244AOmarieb - Dover, United States

The weather was perfect and the fish were biting. Had a lovely day of fly fishing. Catch and release.

2. Lake Francis State Park

439 River Rd, Pittsburg, NH 03592-5672 +1 603-538-6965 http://www.nhstateparks.org/explore/state-parks/lake-francis-state-park.aspx
Excellent
79%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 53 reviews

Lake Francis State Park

Reviewed By camperJan52 - Lisbon, United States

Hiked a few trails, one was very overgrown the other was beautiful. Lake Francis is a beautiful lake with hiking, fishing, etc.

3. Cochran Pond

Valley Road, Waterville Valley, NH 03215
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 1 reviews

Cochran Pond

4. Connecticut Lakes Region

Main St, Pittsburg, NH 03592 http://nhconnlakes.com/
Excellent
92%
Good
7%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 121 reviews

Connecticut Lakes Region

Reviewed By varneykr - Hancock, United States

Kayaking in East Inlet heading towards the Second Connecticut Lake is heaven. Quiet. Birds to see. Moose to watch. And we saw not a soul. Just us.

5. Lake Chocorua

Nh 16, Chocorua, Tamworth, NH
Excellent
81%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 57 reviews

Lake Chocorua

Reviewed By Maurene_K - Dover, United States

The Chocorua Lake Conservancy allows access to the public to Chocorua Lake and the Little Lake as well as a 17-acre area known as The Island between Old Route 16 and the lake on the east side and the three-acre area known as The Grove around the Narrows Bridge at the south end of the lake --- all for free --- no admission fee. Most people know the Narrows Bridge from which to get a scenic view of Mount Chocorua across Chocorua Lake. The Grove around the southeastern part of lake offers some hiking. My most-recent visit to Chocorua Lake, Narrows Bridge, and The Grove was while en route to North Conway, Intervale, and Bartlett. When I arrived, there were several other visitors there. Meanwhile, two men from the Chocorua Lake Conservancy were staining a new wooden post fence/railing on the north side of the bridge. I began my visit with taking some photos from Narrows Bridge. Then, I trekked awhile on the trail at The Grove on the shores of Chocorua Lake. When others realized there was a trail there, I had company. This area is a place of unspoiled beauty. I rate Chocorua Lake and its environs at 5.0. If you found this review helpful, please click THANK below.

6. Cascade Falls

96 Main St Behind Truant's Tavern, Woodstock, NH 03262-2303
Excellent
78%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 41 reviews

Cascade Falls

7. Profile Lake

Franconia, NH http://blog.nhstateparks.org/tag/profile-lake
Excellent
74%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 34 reviews

Profile Lake

Named for the stone formation resembling a human profile.

8. Greeley Pond

Waterville Valley, NH
Excellent
62%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 21 reviews

Greeley Pond

If you like to hike, fish or just enjoy being outdoors, visit Upper and Lower Greeley Ponds.

Reviewed By 310renes - Boston, United States

I took the trail in from Waterville Valley off the Livermore Road. Easy grade for thefirst mile with some elevation in the second mile before entering a nice secluded valley floor befoire revealing thefirstpond. The second pond is just a ways up on the left. Very nice 7 mile in and out. Kids should be used to hiking that long. Bring a lunch and your camera. A great fall foliage hike.

9. Northern Extremes

1946 White Mountain Hwy, North Conway, Conway, NH 03860-5147 +1 603-356-4718 http://www.northernextremes.com/contact.htm
Excellent
73%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 85 reviews

Northern Extremes

Reviewed By KilburnMassachusetts

Absolutely worth the time and money! This was our second year going thru Northern Extremes. They have it together from start to finish. Everyone at Northern Extremes is helpful and knowledgeable. Don't bother with the other companies....go with the pros. Our guide was Mike S. A big thank you for a great trip!!!

10. Lonesome Lake

NH http://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/new-hampshire/lonesome-lake-trail
Excellent
59%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 39 reviews

Lonesome Lake

Reviewed By WoodyMCP - Foxborough, United States

We hiked up to the Lonesome Lake Hut. It is a great introduction to the White Mtns. The trail leaves Lafayette Campground. It climbs steadily through the woods via several switchbacks. After about a mile the trail levels out and Lonesome Lake comes into view. Another 15 minutes and you arrive at the AMC Lonesome Lake Hut, The "croo" is welcoming and view of Mt Lafayette and Franconia Ridge is inspiring. Any season is a great time to visit Lonesome Lake.

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