When warmer weather arrives in New Hampshire there’s nothing quite like heading to the water. But with just 13 miles of ocean coastline finding a spot can be tricky. And if you do manage to snag a parking spot, you’ve still got to contend with crowded beaches. That’s why we love heading into the mountains to enjoy the calming waters of this beautiful lake.
For one of the best and most refreshing day trips you can take in the Granite State, head to White Lake State Park in Tamworth to enjoy White Lake.
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The park offers 140 acres of fun, but we love the lake when it’s hot outside.
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The lake was formed during the Ice Age when glacial ice was stuck beneath the ground’s surface. The ice eventually melted and an area was left where water gradually filled it in.
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Today the lake offers refreshing water with one of the most lovely beaches in the state.
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The water is clear and cool and if you catch the light just right you just might think you’re in the tropics.
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And when you start to get just a little too relaxed rent a kayak or canoe and built up a little bit of a sweat on the open water.
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There are plenty of places to enjoy lunch or a snack, too.
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And if you can time your visit just right you might be able to take in one of the most beautiful sunsets in the state.
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White Lake State Park is all year, but it’s typically only staffed during the on-season. During the off-season, the restrooms are not open and the gates may be closed. The hours are 8 a.m. to sundown. Entry is $5 for adults and $2 for children 6 to 11. You can learn more about it here. You can reach them on 603-323-7350.
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Address: White Lake State Park, 1632 White Mountain Hwy, Tamworth, NH 03886, USA
