5 Things To Get Excited About This Summer
Concerts at Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion
One of the best things about the Lakes Region is this music venue. Formerly known as Meadowbrook, the Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion seats 9000 people and draws all kinds of musical acts all summer long. Seriously…..check out their lineup so far! Located in Gilford, it’s just minutes from Lake Winnipesaukee and parking is accessible from a few different roads making traffic in and out a breeze. Inside the pavilion is the amazing Coors Light VIP Club, the Hazy Little Stage with bands playing before and after the concert, plus tons of great food and beverage vendors and more!
72 Meadowbrook Lane, Gilford, NH
Laconia’s 100th Motorcycle Week
This is the 100th Year! The event has been taking place since 1916 making it one of the oldest motorcycle rallies in the world. It has evolved over the years and has become an iconic event for the motorcycle community and the Lakes Region of New Hampshire.
The rally features various motorcycle-related activities such as group rides, bike shows, races, liver performances and tons of food vendors! Whether you ride or not, the event attracts motorcycle enthusiasts from all over the world whole come to celebrate their passion for motorcycles.
Weirs Beach Fireworks
I have lived by the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee my whole life and one of my favorite summer activities is the Weirs Beach Fireworks. They usually kick off the season with a show at 11:59pm on July 3rd and have weekly shows after that for the remainder of the summer. There’s nothing better than arriving at the Weirs and heading straight for the arcade, grabbing a slush or ice cream….maybe even some pizza, and then finding a spot along the water to watch the boats come in to watch the show.
Summer Hikes
The Lakes Region of New Hampshire is a beautiful area with a variety of hiking trails for all skill levels. Here are some popular hiking trails in the region:
Mount Major: Mount Major is a popular hiking destination in Alton, New Hampshire. The trail is 3.8 miles round trip and offers panoramic views of Lake Winnipesaukee and the surrounding mountains.
Red Hill: Red Hill is a 3-mile round trip hike located in Moultonborough, New Hampshire. The trail leads to a summit with stunning views of Squam Lake and the surrounding area.
Rattlesnake Mountain: Rattlesnake Mountain is a 2.6-mile round trip hike located in Holderness, New Hampshire. The trail leads to a rocky summit with views of Squam Lake and the White Mountains.
West Rattlesnake Mountain: West Rattlesnake Mountain is a 2.5-mile round trip hike located in Holderness, New Hampshire. The trail leads to a rocky summit with views of Squam Lake and the Sandwich Range.
Mount Cardigan: Mount Cardigan is a more challenging hike, located in Canaan, New Hampshire. The trail to the summit is 3.3 miles one way and offers stunning views of the surrounding area.
Public Beaches on Lake Winnipesaukee
There are several public beaches on Lake Winnipesaukee in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire. Here are some of the most popular ones:
Weirs Beach: popular public beach in the town of Laconia. It has a large sandy beach area, playground, and several nearby restaurants and attractions.
Ellacoya State Park: located in Gilford and features a large sandy beach area, picnic areas, and hiking trails. There are also campsites available for overnight stays.
Alton Town Beach: small public beach located in the town of Alton. It has a sandy beach area, picnic tables, and a playground.
Center Harbor Town Beach: small public beach located in the town of Center Harbor. It has a sandy beach area, playground, and nearby restaurants and shops.
Bartlett Beach: small public beach located in the town of Moultonborough. It has a sandy beach area, picnic tables, and a boat launch.
