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Dartmouth - Lake Sunapee Region
Wellington State Park
WELLINGTON STATE PARK
WELLINGTON STATE PARK
Route 3A
Bristol, New Hampshire   03222

Phone: 603-744-2197
Located on the shore of Newfound Lake in Bristol, 204-acre Wellington State Park boasts the largest freshwater swimming beach in the New Hampshire State Park system. Hiking trails and picnic areas along the shore afford views of one of the deepest and clearest lakes in the state. Two group picnic pavilions, available for reservation, are located just off the beach in the picnic areas. The park also maintains volleyball and horseshoe courts. The Snack Bar offers a variety of snacks, ice cream, cold drinks, beach and picnic items, and souvenirs. Within the park, the peninsula nature trail features picnic areas, designated fishing areas, plant identification markers, and spectacular views of Newfound Lake and Cliff and Belle Islands. A well-marked hiking trail leads from the park and provides hikers access to Goose Pond, the Sugarloafs, Bear Mountain, Welton Falls, and Mt.Cardigan. A developed boat launch operated by N.H. Fish & Game adjoins the park, providing boaters free access to Newfound Lake. Boat lanes along the beach allow boater access to the park for the regular admission price.

Organized youth group camping is offered on both Belle and Cliff Islands. Reservations are required for and may be made from mid-May through the summer season by calling the park directly .

The Park is open daily from mid-May to Columbus Day. Admission is $3 for adults; $1 for children ages 6-11; children ages 5 and under and NH residents age 65 and over are admitted free.
Area Accommodations
Newfound RV Park - Bridgewater/Bristol, NH
Campgrounds
New Hampshire's newest Big Rig Park is situated just a few miles from Wellington State Park , which is on Newfound Lake, one of the cleanest inland lakes in the United States. Your recreational opportunities are varied and we are the perfect base camp for your explorations.
The Buttonwood Inn - Conway, NH
BBs / Inns
Situated on more than five secluded acres of field and forests, two miles from the village of North Conway, The Buttonwood Inn on Mt. Surprise offers a peaceful, rural setting and the convenience of being close to everything. brbPrice Range/b $99 - $299


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Visitor Comments, Memories and Reviews
July 23 Still our favorite. by RJD, Manchester
Moved to Nh, 1989 and after all these years Newfound still our favorite. Our children are now enjoying Wellington w/ their children.
June 21 Great, well maintained family park. by JSC
Great for a day out with the kids. Water is clean and clear. Adults: $4.00; Children ages 6-11: $2.00 Children ages 5 & under, NH residents age 65 & over: FREE


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Hack-Ma-Tack Campground
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Clearwater Campground
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Harbor Hill Camping Area
189 Route 25
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Meredith Woods Camping Area
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Twin Tamarack Family Camping and RV Resort
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Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Camp Resort
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Baker River Campground LLC
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Area Fishing Related Businesses
Tight Lines Fishing Services
18 Elkins Rd
Elkins, NH
(603) 526-9299


Hampton Harbor Tackle
1 Ocean Blvd
Hampton, NH
(603) 926-1945


Dover Marine
17 New Rochester Rd
Dover, NH
(603) 742-5453


Martel's Sport Shop
49 Winnisquam Ave
Laconia, NH
(603) 524-2431


A J's Bait & Tackle
23 Main St # B
Meredith, NH
(603) 279-3152


Al Gauron Fishing Parties
1 Ocean Blvd
Hampton, NH
(603) 926-2469


Smith & Gilmore
PO Box 2353
Hampton, NH
(603) 926-3503


Tontine Fishing, Inc
3 Colonial Cir
Hampton, NH
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Adventure Fishing Charters
3 Harris Ave
Hampton, NH
Unverified listing


Lakes Region Bass Fishing
33 Blake Rd
Meredith, NH
(603) 279-2248


Paugus Bay Sporting Goods Co
135 Weirs Blvd
Laconia, NH
(603) 524-4319


Laconia Rod & Gun Club
358 S Main St
Laconia, NH
(603) 524-9824


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