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New Hampshire Lakes Region Attractions

Facts about Lake Winnipesaukee

Lake Winnipesaukee

Lake Winnipesaukee is the largest lake in the state of New Hampshire and the 6th largest lake in the United States that lies within the boundaries of one state. Surrounded by three mountain ranges, the wooded shoreline and crystal clear water of this spring-fed lake make it a popular year round resort, a place to rest and relax in beautiful surroundings.  In fact the term "God's Country" is used quite often here!.

Winnipesaukee means "Smiling Lake between the Mountains"

Inhabitable Islands:   274
Feet above Sea Level:   504
Maximum Depth:   more than 200 feet (off Rattlesnake Island)
Average Depth:   40-45 feet
Volume:   625 billion gallons
Length:   Approximately 28 miles
Width:   Approximately 15 miles at widest point
Water Surface:   72 square miles or 46,080 acres
Miles of Shoreline:   282.00
Distance to drive around lake:   63 miles

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Gilford, New Hampshire (NH) 03249

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