A small beach area in the harbor at South Newbury with a town dock and scenic lake views. Features a playground, picnic areas, and easy access to Mount Sunapee attractions.
New Hampshire Beaches
Squam Lake (Town Beach)
A serene town beach on Squam Lake, made famous as the filming location for “On Golden Pond.” Offers swimming in crystal clear waters surrounded by mountains and forests.
Wentworth State Park
A small day-use park with a beach on the shore of Lake Wentworth. Offers swimming, fishing, and picnicking in a peaceful setting with mountain views near the historic town of Wolfeboro.
Newfound Lake (Wellington State Beach)
One of the cleanest lakes in the world, Newfound Lake’s beach at Wellington State Park offers crystal clear water, sandy shores, and beautiful mountain views. Popular for swimming and boating.
Rye Harbor State Park
While not a swimming beach, this scenic park offers access to a picturesque working harbor with fishing boats, charter services, and coastal views. Perfect for watching marine activities and sunsets.
Mascoma Lake Beach
A town beach on Mascoma Lake with a swimming area, boat launch, and picnic facilities. Popular with locals and visitors to the Dartmouth-Lake Sunapee region for water recreation.
Weirs Beach
A popular Lake Winnipesaukee beach with an entertainment-filled boardwalk featuring arcades, restaurants, and boat cruises. Host to major events like Motorcycle Week and fireworks displays.
Ellacoya State Park
A 600-foot long sandy beach on the southwest shore of Lake Winnipesaukee with views of the Sandwich and Ossipee mountain ranges. Features a campground with RV hookups.
Sunapee State Beach
A pristine freshwater beach on Lake Sunapee with a sandy shoreline and clear water. Part of Mount Sunapee State Park, which transforms into a ski resort in winter.
Pawtuckaway State Park Beach
A peaceful beach on Pawtuckaway Lake surrounded by forests and boulder fields. The state park offers extensive hiking trails, a campground, and excellent bouldering opportunities.