need suggestions for driving day trip around the lake....

dennis · 04-27-2009, 04:15 PM

Hello Everyone, I am taking my family for a day trip around Lake Winnipesaukee this week. Can any of you suggest stops for; the kids, shopping for adults, nice places to walk, scenic stops and so on...family of four. Thanks in advance!!!!

Island Girl · 04-27-2009, 04:21 PM

... and buy the chocolate covered wintergreen mint patties.

murph · 04-27-2009, 05:28 PM

In my opinion wolfeboro is the nicest spot on the lake for shopping and what not. Plenty of ice cream places for the kids, and blacks gift shop is also a nice place to check out. As for places to walk or go down by the water I'd say Levitt Beach off route 25 in meredith. There are some walking trails and a nice beach. My place is right down the road so i walk the dog down their for a morning swim at the canoe launch. Hope that helps!

AC2717 · 04-27-2009, 06:29 PM

The Yum Yum Shop in Wolfboro
Obviously the Weirs Beach Boardwalk area
Mini Golf in Alton
Shops at Mills Falls in Meredith
Couple of shopping places in Center Harbor

I like to just drive around and explore different roads and places
we try to stop at different places every time we go around

That is what we like the best, no plans, just drive and stop if we want

WeirsBeachBoater · 04-27-2009, 06:37 PM

If you like antique cars, keep your eyes open in Melvin Village.

Smitty1 · 04-27-2009, 07:19 PM

Locke Hill Trail

Quick and fun hike with stone furniture to check out great Lake views.

http://hikenh.netfirms.com/TDLockes.htm

On the other side of Lake is the Abenaki Tower. Very short walk up to Tower that you can climb up and get great lake views.

Have fun!

Smitty1

Begonezvous · 04-28-2009, 06:13 AM

My kids are always open to a few hours of video games at Funspot on Route 3. This is convenient fun on a rainy day. If you are not waist conscious, you could also make your own sundae at Kellerhaus down the road towards Weirs Beach.

BTW, I'll second the recommendation for the Moutonboro Country Store.

Lakesrider · 04-28-2009, 06:49 AM

You could stop at the http://www.kellerhaus.com/tradition.htm in Merideth, for ice cream.

Mmmmmmmm.....Ice Cream!

Wolfeboro is good. The Wright Museum is there, Don't know if the Clickity Clack railroad would be open, Take them for a ride down RT 109. Just like going on an amusement park ride.....

It's too bad thing like the Hobo railroad don't open earlier for the school vacation weeks....

If you wait til MAy 1st the Squam Lake Nature Center opens on that day. One of my favorites....

http://www.nhnature.org/

Dave M · 04-28-2009, 11:41 AM

If you want to adventure North of Lake Winnie, go to West Rattlesnake Mtn. on Squam Lake. 1/2 or so walk(not very hard) to spectacular views. Bring a back pack for picnic. Directions are Rt 25 North to Holderness, right onto Rt113, 3 or 4 miles on the right is a brown sign in a valley. Can get there from Sandwich which Rt113 goes into.

Enjoy.

Dave M

ghfromaltonbay · 04-28-2009, 12:07 PM

Although some of the suggestions like the Yum Yum shoppe and the Alton Bay mini golf are good ones for the family, these may not yet be open for the season. The mini golf may only be open on the weekend this time of year. I would definitely agree with Island Girl and go to the Moultonborough Country store -- something for everyone! The Kellerhaus for ice cream is also another good suggestion. The Science Center in Holderness (just off Rt. 3/113 intersection is also good for kids, but again check their hours -- they open May 1).

A walk along the backbay in Wolfeboro over to Lake Wenworth is also nice in good weather.

dpg · 04-29-2009, 06:25 AM

Weirs beach (a bit "honky-tonk" but the kids will like it) and Meredith.

This'nThat · 04-29-2009, 08:43 AM

Go see a covered bridge. How about Ashland, off Rt. 3. Take Rt 3 North out of Merideth.

Also, check this site. There are lots of suggestions, including tours. Don't take the tours, of course -- but they provide details and describe what they do -- you can simply take off from their suggestions.

sawyers_point_girl · 04-29-2009, 08:52 AM

Is Castle in the Clouds open this time of year? Fun for the kids (and adults!)

LadyJane · 04-29-2009, 09:51 AM

Just south of Melvin Village watch for a little sign for "Abenaki Tower". Park your car there and take the short walk to the tower. The view from the top is super !!!

Waterbaby · 04-29-2009, 09:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dennis

Hello Everyone, I am taking my family for a day trip around Lake Winnipesaukee this week. Can any of you suggest stops for; the kids, shopping for adults, nice places to walk, scenic stops and so on...family of four. Thanks in advance!!!!

Why not just "wing it", and stop at whatever place grabs your attention? Sometimes those are the best days! (I used to be a "planner", and have learned I missed a lot along the way..........

Lakesrider · 04-30-2009, 06:49 AM

I'm with Waterbaby on that one too. However kids today get so preoccupied with Nintendo, Car media centers, cell phones, texting, it is so hard to distract them with something non-electronic like a view, or wildlife. Sad. It is why I like to ride my motorcycle. Nothing but the wind and lots of viewing...And watching out for deer....

glennsteely · 04-30-2009, 11:05 AM

The whole area is just stunningly beautiful, stop everywhere, see everything, say Hi to the lake for me....we are coming soon.

mcdude · 04-30-2009, 12:30 PM

Glenn Steely....where have you been? It's been three years since your last post!! (see THIS THREAD )

mets3007 · 04-30-2009, 01:46 PM

I agree with the Weirs Beach, Meredith idea yes its old fashioned at Weirs but I have been going almost every year ( skipped last season) and im not no kid (28) and I love going to Weirs every year. At the Weirs you have trains, 3 boat rides to chose from , 2 arcades and mini golf as well so yes the kids and the kid at heart will enjoy it. Meredith has Mills Falls, Town Docks, Heskey Park and also Main Street has nice shops as well.

onthebay · 04-30-2009, 02:11 PM

Don't forget Animaland at Winnis Woods, on the Winnipesaukee Pier where you can stuff and dress your own animal. It is just like Build a Bear (only better)

Yes this is a shameless plug from one of the owners

SIKSUKR · 04-30-2009, 02:16 PM

You beat me to it McDude. Have not heard from Glen Steely since his beloved Eagles were going to beat the Patriots in the Superbowl. Welcome back.

glennsteely · 05-02-2009, 04:41 PM

McDude and Siksukr thanks for the welcome back....and many thanks to the webmaster for lifting my ban.....I guess I got myself in trouble with my wild posts, but I assure you all, I was watching and reading, I just was banned from posting. I will keep my posts related to the lakes region, I am very happy to be back, I love this forum and all you people here.
Thanks again.

webmaster · 05-02-2009, 06:48 PM

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I just was banned from posting.

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glennsteely · 05-02-2009, 09:22 PM

I tried to post several times and everytime it said that it was waiting for your approval, Don. None of the posts ever made it onto the forum, so I just guessed I was banned. Anyhoo, I am glad to be here. Overjoyed in fact.

RPM · 05-13-2009, 05:22 PM

Keep in mind there are plenty of SANI CANS on beaches around the Lakes Region,Just in case you stop at McDonalds for lunch.

04-27-2009, 04:15 PM	#1
dennis Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 1 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	need suggestions for driving day trip around the lake.... Hello Everyone, I am taking my family for a day trip around Lake Winnipesaukee this week. Can any of you suggest stops for; the kids, shopping for adults, nice places to walk, scenic stops and so on...family of four. Thanks in advance!!!!

04-27-2009, 04:21 PM	#2
Island Girl Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Central MA Posts: 2,352 Thanks: 18 Thanked 535 Times in 179 Posts	Moultonboro Country Store ... and buy the chocolate covered wintergreen mint patties. __________________ Island Girl ....... Make Lemonade

04-27-2009, 06:29 PM	#4
AC2717 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Maynard, MA & Paugus Bay Posts: 2,573 Thanks: 753 Thanked 354 Times in 266 Posts	Here you go The Yum Yum Shop in Wolfboro Obviously the Weirs Beach Boardwalk area Mini Golf in Alton Shops at Mills Falls in Meredith Couple of shopping places in Center Harbor I like to just drive around and explore different roads and places we try to stop at different places every time we go around That is what we like the best, no plans, just drive and stop if we want __________________ Capt. of the "No Worries"

04-28-2009, 06:13 AM	#7
Begonezvous Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Tuftonboro Posts: 50 Thanks: 7 Thanked 17 Times in 13 Posts	Fun things during a drive around the lake My kids are always open to a few hours of video games at Funspot on Route 3. This is convenient fun on a rainy day. If you are not waist conscious, you could also make your own sundae at Kellerhaus down the road towards Weirs Beach. BTW, I'll second the recommendation for the Moutonboro Country Store.

04-28-2009, 11:41 AM	#9
Dave M Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 395 Thanks: 4 Thanked 26 Times in 24 Posts	Squam Lake If you want to adventure North of Lake Winnie, go to West Rattlesnake Mtn. on Squam Lake. 1/2 or so walk(not very hard) to spectacular views. Bring a back pack for picnic. Directions are Rt 25 North to Holderness, right onto Rt113, 3 or 4 miles on the right is a brown sign in a valley. Can get there from Sandwich which Rt113 goes into. Enjoy. Dave M

04-27-2009, 05:28 PM	#3
murph Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Westford/Meredith Posts: 66 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	In my opinion wolfeboro is the nicest spot on the lake for shopping and what not. Plenty of ice cream places for the kids, and blacks gift shop is also a nice place to check out. As for places to walk or go down by the water I'd say Levitt Beach off route 25 in meredith. There are some walking trails and a nice beach. My place is right down the road so i walk the dog down their for a morning swim at the canoe launch. Hope that helps!

04-27-2009, 06:37 PM	#5
WeirsBeachBoater Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 709 Blog Entries: 9 Thanks: 39 Thanked 148 Times in 65 Posts	If you like antique cars, keep your eyes open in Melvin Village.

04-27-2009, 07:19 PM	#6
Smitty1 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Moultonborough, NH Posts: 142 Thanks: 44 Thanked 14 Times in 5 Posts	Locke Hill Trail Quick and fun hike with stone furniture to check out great Lake views. http://hikenh.netfirms.com/TDLockes.htm On the other side of Lake is the Abenaki Tower. Very short walk up to Tower that you can climb up and get great lake views. Have fun! Smitty1

04-28-2009, 06:49 AM	#8
Lakesrider Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 2,129 Thanks: 380 Thanked 1,016 Times in 345 Posts	You could stop at the http://www.kellerhaus.com/tradition.htm in Merideth, for ice cream. Mmmmmmmm.....Ice Cream! Wolfeboro is good. The Wright Museum is there, Don't know if the Clickity Clack railroad would be open, Take them for a ride down RT 109. Just like going on an amusement park ride..... It's too bad thing like the Hobo railroad don't open earlier for the school vacation weeks.... If you wait til MAy 1st the Squam Lake Nature Center opens on that day. One of my favorites.... http://www.nhnature.org/

04-28-2009, 12:07 PM	#10
ghfromaltonbay Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Clifton, NJ, Alton Bay Posts: 827 Thanks: 255 Thanked 225 Times in 131 Posts	Check off season schedules Although some of the suggestions like the Yum Yum shoppe and the Alton Bay mini golf are good ones for the family, these may not yet be open for the season. The mini golf may only be open on the weekend this time of year. I would definitely agree with Island Girl and go to the Moultonborough Country store -- something for everyone! The Kellerhaus for ice cream is also another good suggestion. The Science Center in Holderness (just off Rt. 3/113 intersection is also good for kids, but again check their hours -- they open May 1). A walk along the backbay in Wolfeboro over to Lake Wenworth is also nice in good weather.

04-29-2009, 06:25 AM	#11
dpg Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 2,591 Thanks: 150 Thanked 229 Times in 166 Posts	Weirs beach (a bit "honky-tonk" but the kids will like it) and Meredith.

04-29-2009, 08:43 AM	#12
This'nThat Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 534 Thanks: 19 Thanked 134 Times in 61 Posts	Covered bridges Go see a covered bridge. How about Ashland, off Rt. 3. Take Rt 3 North out of Merideth. Also, check this site. There are lots of suggestions, including tours. Don't take the tours, of course -- but they provide details and describe what they do -- you can simply take off from their suggestions.

04-29-2009, 08:52 AM	#13
sawyers_point_girl Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Sawyer Point/Tuftonboro, Bedford/Weymouth, MA Posts: 41 Thanks: 4 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Is Castle in the Clouds open this time of year? Fun for the kids (and adults!)

04-29-2009, 09:51 AM	#14
LadyJane Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: northern Ct. Posts: 335 Thanks: 129 Thanked 50 Times in 33 Posts	Abenaki Tower Just south of Melvin Village watch for a little sign for "Abenaki Tower". Park your car there and take the short walk to the tower. The view from the top is super !!!

04-30-2009, 06:49 AM	#16
Lakesrider Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 2,129 Thanks: 380 Thanked 1,016 Times in 345 Posts	I'm with Waterbaby on that one too. However kids today get so preoccupied with Nintendo, Car media centers, cell phones, texting, it is so hard to distract them with something non-electronic like a view, or wildlife. Sad. It is why I like to ride my motorcycle. Nothing but the wind and lots of viewing...And watching out for deer....

04-30-2009, 11:05 AM	#17
glennsteely Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Mantua, N.J. Posts: 472 Thanks: 90 Thanked 111 Times in 38 Posts	it's all good... The whole area is just stunningly beautiful, stop everywhere, see everything, say Hi to the lake for me....we are coming soon. __________________ You have to go out on a limb sometimes, cause that is where the fruit is. You can't get to the fruit from that nice safe spot, clinging to the trunk of the tree......

04-30-2009, 12:30 PM	#18
mcdude Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Rock Haven Lake - West Newfield, ME Posts: 5,367 Thanks: 374 Thanked 1,057 Times in 495 Posts	Glenn Steely....where have you been? It's been three years since your last post!! (see THIS THREAD ) __________________

04-30-2009, 01:46 PM	#19
mets3007 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Minneapolis, MN Posts: 170 Thanks: 3 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Weirs and Meredith I agree with the Weirs Beach, Meredith idea yes its old fashioned at Weirs but I have been going almost every year ( skipped last season) and im not no kid (28) and I love going to Weirs every year. At the Weirs you have trains, 3 boat rides to chose from , 2 arcades and mini golf as well so yes the kids and the kid at heart will enjoy it. Meredith has Mills Falls, Town Docks, Heskey Park and also Main Street has nice shops as well.

04-30-2009, 02:11 PM	#20
onthebay Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 114 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 2 Posts	Stuff an Animal Don't forget Animaland at Winnis Woods, on the Winnipesaukee Pier where you can stuff and dress your own animal. It is just like Build a Bear (only better) Yes this is a shameless plug from one of the owners

04-30-2009, 02:16 PM	#21
SIKSUKR Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 5,075 Thanks: 215 Thanked 903 Times in 509 Posts	You beat me to it McDude. Have not heard from Glen Steely since his beloved Eagles were going to beat the Patriots in the Superbowl. Welcome back. __________________ SIKSUKR

05-02-2009, 04:41 PM	#22
glennsteely Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Mantua, N.J. Posts: 472 Thanks: 90 Thanked 111 Times in 38 Posts	Thanks... McDude and Siksukr thanks for the welcome back....and many thanks to the webmaster for lifting my ban.....I guess I got myself in trouble with my wild posts, but I assure you all, I was watching and reading, I just was banned from posting. I will keep my posts related to the lakes region, I am very happy to be back, I love this forum and all you people here. Thanks again. __________________ You have to go out on a limb sometimes, cause that is where the fruit is. You can't get to the fruit from that nice safe spot, clinging to the trunk of the tree......

05-02-2009, 09:22 PM	#24
glennsteely Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Mantua, N.J. Posts: 472 Thanks: 90 Thanked 111 Times in 38 Posts	my mistake... I tried to post several times and everytime it said that it was waiting for your approval, Don. None of the posts ever made it onto the forum, so I just guessed I was banned. Anyhoo, I am glad to be here. Overjoyed in fact. __________________ You have to go out on a limb sometimes, cause that is where the fruit is. You can't get to the fruit from that nice safe spot, clinging to the trunk of the tree......

05-13-2009, 05:22 PM	#25
RPM Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Westford Posts: 27 Blog Entries: 1 Thanks: 1 Thanked 4 Times in 1 Post	Ronalds Reveng Keep in mind there are plenty of SANI CANS on beaches around the Lakes Region,Just in case you stop at McDonalds for lunch.