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Things to Do in  Wolfeboro and the Lakes Region
 
Boat Slip and Mooring Rentals at the Windrifter
 
Boat Launches
Lake Winnipesaukee
~ Dockside (Public Docks – No Fee, No Parking)
~ Lake Street
~ Railroad Avenue (Back Bay)
~ Route 109 N (Libby Museum)
Lake Wentworth
~ Route 28 North (Mast Landing)

Alpine & Nordic Skiing
Abenaki Ski Area - Wolfeboro.  Town-owned ski area offering downhill skiing with rope tow service, kiddie hills and two other trails.
 
Cog Railway - Scenic and Ski Rides
 
Gunstock Ski Area – Gilford (approx drive time: 30 minutes)
Eight lifts including 1,400 Vertical Base to summit high speed lift. 50 trails on 220 acres, 80% snowmaking, night skiing, snow tubing, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, awesome Lake and Mountain views.
 
Mt Madness - 750 Acre Adventure Center and Extreme Playground

Wolfeboro Cross Country - 603- 569-3151. 47 N. Main Street, Wolfeboro, NH
30 kilometers of machine groomed cross-country ski trails in Wolfeboro. Offering a variety of terrain from gently sloped novice trails to screaming descents for the thrill seekers. No big crowds, no lift lines, no big expenses, just healthy exercise, moonlight tours, fun, excitement, and quality time with your family and friends. All trails are well marked, groomed and trackset. Trail Passes are required on Sewall Woods and Abenaki trail networks. Both networks are groomed and maintained by the Wolfeboro XC Ski Association

Sewall Woods Trails - Approximately 10 kilometer Miles of easy, wooded, family oriented trails.

Abenaki Trails - Approximately 14 kilometers of more challenging trails.

Snowmobile Trails and Links
The Wolfeboro Snowmobile Club - 603-539-2147 or 539-2577. Wolfeboro Falls, NH
Operates 2 groomers over 80 miles of trails. Trailside Snack Shack for lunch.
 
NHSA
Provies you with information about snowmobiling in New Hampshire with such things as: Trail Conditions, Safety classes, events and dates and lots more valuable information.
 
Snowmobile Trail Conditions
 
Ice Boating Hotline - 603-569-1056

Ice Skating
Indoor Skating - For schedule call 603-569-5639. Pop Whalen Arena with 17,000 square feet of indoor skating complete with heated public area, bathrooms and a snack bar. Rent skates from Nordic Skier Sports.
 
Outdoor Skating Over 1/4 acre at the Abenaki Ski Area (subject to conditions).

Spa & Beauty Salons
Back Bay Hair & Body Salon - 603-569-0060, 104 Mill St. Wolfeboro, NH
Full Service Salon. Hair cuts, color, foil, perms, waxing, manicure, pedicures.
Massage Therapist Joy Jones - Joy offers Swedish Relaxation, Deep Tissue Massages, Hot Stone Massages. Rates are $65.00 for 1 hour or $35.00 for half.
ZenGlow, LLC Skin Care and Spa Treatments - 603-651-8976. Rt. 109, Mirror Lake NH - A sanctuary for your senses create your own personal retreat with facial services, body treatments, spa pedicures, yoga, hot tub, meditation garden. Visit for an hour or spend the day!

Kayak
Winnipesaukee Kayak - 603-569-9926, 17 Bay Street, Wolfeboro, NH
Lakes regions premier kayaking and rock climbing company. Offering rentals, lesson, tours/excursions and retail.

Public Parks
Birch Road Park - on Birch Road, off Route 28 North. Picnic area and views of Crescent Lake.
 
Cate Park Town Docks - Music at the Bandstand, art shows and views of Wolfeboro Bay.
 
Clark Field - South Main Street. Clark historical site, museum and gardens.
 
Guy Foss Memorial Recreation Area - (Back Bay Rec. Area) located adjacent to the Bridge Falls Path. Playground, picnic area, tennis courts, baseball and soccer fields.
 
Libby Park - Libby Museum on Route 109 North. Picnic area and views of Winter Harbor.
 
McKinney Park - Clark Road, has beautiful views of Wolfeboro Bay.
 
Odd Fellows Park - Wolfeboro Falls. Picnic area.

Covered Bridges - New Hampshire has more than 50 covered bridges, making it the epicenter of New England covered bridges. Sometimes known as “kissing bridges,” they are picture-perfect for waiting out a summer rain, watching a snowfall, or for admiring the reflection of fall foliage in the clear water. These mostly wooden structures are a reminder of New Hampshire's history, and are a lasting testament to good old Yankee ingenuity.

The Nick Recreation Park - 603-569-1909. 15 N Main Street Suite 8, Wolfeboro
The Nick will be a recreation park dedicated to athletic and recreational opportunities for people of all ages, upholding the beliefs, traditions and quality of life in the greater Wolfeboro Community.
 
South Wolfeboro Playground Route 28 South. Picnic area and playground.

Swimming Beaches
Albee Beach - Route 28 North on Lake Wentworth. Hours: 9:00 am to dusk, mid-June through Labor Day. Tel: 603-569-6332
 
Brewster Beach - Clark Road on Lake Winnipesaukee. Hours: 9:00 am to dusk,
mid-June through Labor Day. 603-569-1532
 
Carry Beach - Forest Road on Lake Winnipesaukee. Hours: 10:00 am to dusk,
mid-June through Labor Day. Tel: 603-569-1532
 
Wentworth State Park & Clow Beach - Route 109 East. Tel: 603-569-3699 Hours 10am-7pm Mid-June to Labor Day.

Hiking & Walking Trails
Abenaki Tower - Route 109 in Tuftonboro. A 5 minute walk from the parking area to an 80' tower overlooking Lake Winnipesaukee and the Ossipee Mountains.

Elle's Woodland Walk - At Ryefield Marsh on Route 109 East (across from Clow Beach).
 
Knight's Pond Conservation Area in Alton offers over 300 acres open to the public for hiking, fishing and other recreational activities. Rines Road off Route 28 South.

Loon Preservation Committee - 603-476-5666. 183 Lees's Mills Road, Moultonboro, NH
The Loon Center provides informational displays and videos about loons. Follow the Markus Sanctuary trail for 2 miles along the shore of Lake Winnipesaukee. Suitable for all ages, free admission.

Russell C. Chase Bridge Falls Path behind the Railroad Station is a half mile path from downtown to the Wolfeboro Falls area.
 
Cotton Valley Trail a 12 mile railroad corridor stretching from Lake Winnipesaukee to the railroad turntable in Sanbornville. It meanders across three lakes, many trestles, Cotton Valley and winds through scenic woods and fields.

Museums & Historic Sites
Castle in the Clouds - 603-476-2352, Route 171, Moultonboro, NH
Historic Mansion tours, Lucknow Brewery and Castle Springs water tours. Hiking, snack bar, horseback riding, and gift shop. Spectacular views of Lake Winnipesaukee. Fun for the entire family. Open mid May to mid October. Call for specific open dates.

Governor Wentworth Home Site - Route 109 East, Wolfeboro
The mansion summer home of Governor Sir John Wentworth circa 1767. Now an archaeological site owned by the state.

Libby Museum - 603-569-1035. Rte. 109 N., Wolfeboro, NH
Museum of Natural History, Founded 1912. Open Seasonally - June to late September
Children's programs and art exhibits.

New Hampshire Boat Museum - 603-569-4554. 397 Center Street, Wolfeboro, NH
Enjoy an educational and entertaining walk through the history of a wonderful era on the beautiful lakes of New Hampshire. The museum features an array of vintage boats from canoes to speedboats, archival photography, models, lake memorabilia and rotating featured exhibits. Visit website for current exhibits and events. The Museum is open Memorial Day through Columbus Day.

Wright Museum - 603-569-1212. 77 Center Street, Rte. 28 N, Wolfeboro, NH
The Wright Museum celebrates the contributions of the American People both on the Homefront and on the field of battle during WWII.

Wolfeboro Historical Society - 603-569-1770. 233 South Main St. (opposite Huggins Hospital). Operates Clarke House Museum Complex. Guided tours of Wolfeboro history displayed in 1778 Clark House, 1862 Firehouse, 1805 one-room Schoolhouse July 1 to Labor Day.

The Arts
Village Players - Spring, Summer and November Shows and First Night Celebrations.

Clay By The Bay - 603-569-0156. 26 Glendon Street, Wofeboro, NH
A contemporary pottery studio with over 200 pottery pieces to choose from. Enjoy our relaxing environment, paint your pottery, we will glaze and fire it on premises. Ready for pickup (or shipped to you) in 3-5 days.

Great Waters Music Festival - 603-569-7710. 56 North Main Street, Wolfeboro, NH
A summer concert series offered to the public in an acoustical tent on the shore of beautiful Lake Winnipesaukee at Brewster Academy. Programs include classical, jazz, folk, and popular celebrities and groups.

Heifetz International Music Institute - Brewster Academy, 80 Academy Drive, Wolfeboro NH. The Heifetz Institute offers three concerts per week for six weeks.

Boat Trips
Millie B - Town Docks - 603-569-5257

Mt Washington Cruises - Tel: 603-366-5531, Toll Free: 1-888-843-6686
Daytime scenic cruises departing Wolfeboro at 11:15am on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Cruises return to Wolfeboro at 1:45pm. Fabulous Sunday Champagne Brunch! Dinner dance cruise departs Wolfeboro Wednesday evenings through August at 7:30pm. The best way to see Lake Winnipesaukee is aboard the M/S Mt. Washington.

M/S Mt. Washington Town Docks - 603-366-BOAT

Wolfeboro Inn/Winnipesaukee Belle - 90 North Main Street, Wolfeboro
Winnipesaukee Belle, a 65 foot replica of a side paddle wheel riverboat offering 1.5 hour narrated cruises, dinner/dances and charters. July - Oct. Canopied upper deck and indoor salon. Refreshments available.
 
Family Fun
 
Croquet
Wolfeboro Croquet Club - 603-569-8909. Wolfeboro Falls, NH
Championship croquet court, traditional attire all white. Call for court time. All proceeds to benefit Hospice of Carroll County.

Golf
Kingswood Golf Club - 603-569-3524. 18 Kingswood Rd., Wolfeboro NH 03894
Wolfeboro's oldest course located adjacent to The Windrifter Resort. Kingswood Golf Club is an 18-hole Championship course featuring a fully stocked Pro Shop, driving range, putting greens, relaxing lounge and fine-fare restaurant. See our Golf Package

Ridgewood Country Club - 603-476- 5930
258 Gov. Wentworth Hwy (Rte 109), Moultonborough, NH 03254
A semiprivate course located in the heart of the Lakes Region. Offering: complete pro-shop, rentals available; cars/carts/clubs, driving range, putting green & the Overlook Tavern. Where you are always welcome!

Gym
Olympia Gym & Fitness Center - 603-569-4142, 6 Varney Road, Second floor
Day, week and month memberships. Stairmaster, Cross-Trainer, treadmills, bikes, and rowing machines. Bio-mechanically correct machines and 10,000 pounds of freeweights. Yoga.

Fishing & Diving
Angling Adventures - 603-569-6426, 79 Middleton Road, Wolfeboro NH. The Lakes Regions premier fishing guide service since 1989. Full time, full service, fly fishing and light tackle fishing for bass, salmon, trout, pickerel, pike, and perch. Learn to fly fish!

Dive Winnipesaukee - Scuba Charters and Tours.

Sporting Goods/Rentals
Nordic Skier Sports - 603- 569-3151. North Main Street, Wolfeboro, NH
Family owned and operated since 1972, specializing in bicycles, X-C skis, Skates, Snowboards, and Sportswear. Complete Sales, Rentals, and Repairs. Trade-ins, sharpening, x-c ski trail headquarters. Experienced, professional staff.

Wet Wolfe Rentals - Tel: 603-569-1503
Bay Street, Back Bay, Wolfeboro

Winnipesaukee Kayak - Tel: 603-569-9926
Bay Street, Back Bay Wolfeboro

Wolfeboro Corinthian Yacht Club - Tel: 603-569-1234
North Main Street, Wolfeboro

Wolfeboro Bay Outfitters - 15 South Main St, Wolfeboro. 603-569-1114
A retail store specializing in fishing (freshwater, sea and ice), hunting, photography (processing and supplies), bait, water sports, gift certificates, knives, paint ball supplies, boating, clothing, binoculars, maps, licenses (fishing, hunting, OHRV, snowmobile) snowmobile accessories, sports.

Recreation Area
Guy Foss Memorial Recreation Area, Wolfeboro (Back Bay Recreation Area) located adjacent to the Bridge Falls Path along Back Bay. It has a full playground including swings, slides, and picnic areas, tennis courts, baseball and soccer fields.
 
The Windrifter Resort
337 South Main Street (
P.O. Box 608)
Wolfeboro, NH 03894
603-569-1323

info@windrifterresort.com

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