Lakes

Come join the families who make memories at the Margate on Winnipesaukee, a great home base for your New Hampshire getaway. Just steps from the lake’s calm, scenic Paugus Bay, the resort has a 400-foot private sandy beach and kayak and paddle board rentals. Glide around the bay’s islands, swim out to the raft or just relax in your beach chair. There’s a heated indoor pool and oversized whirlpool, large outdoor pool, fitness center and an arcade game room. Area activities include hiking, biking, skiing, snowmobiling, boat cruises, a scenic railroad, ice arena, Funspot (the largest arcade in the world) and fun shopping. Dine in the Gazebo Beach Bar or in one of many local restaurants.

Experience the magic of Castle in the Clouds for a day of family fun! With more than 200 programs and events throughout the year, there are plenty of hands-on activities for kids. Step outdoors to hike scenic trails maintained by the Lakes Region Conservation Trust, feed rainbow trout at Shannon Pond, and order ice cream from Cafe in the Clouds. Additionally, there is a meadow perfect for little ones to burn off some energy before ending the day with a trolley ride back to the parking lot. Castle in the Clouds promises a day filled with smiles and memories for the entire family!

New Hampshire’s Lakes Region you and your kids will want to come back season after season, year after year. Take a scenic boat cruise on Lake Winnipesaukee; ride one of the trains that take you along the lake or up the mountain; visit animals native to New Hampshire at the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center; visit one of our many farms to see animals and get your local produce; looking for more adventure zip line; mountain coasters; mountain biking and aerial tree top tour at Gunstock Mountain Resort; visit the world’s largest arcade at Funspot; enjoy a park with caves to explore at Polar Caves; scenic chair lift and gondola rides; kakaying and paddle boarding in the summer and skiing; snowmobiling; ice skating in the winter.
With great restaurants, tax-free shopping (main streets and outlets) and a variety of accommodations, the kids will have a blast, and you will leave already planning your next vacation.