Moultonborough

PastorT · 11-07-2008, 02:13 PM

I'll probably be renting in the Moultonborough area next summer. We've rented in Meredeth for years.

Can anyone tell me about the boating activity (Is it calm enough in general for a bass boat and wake boarding)? Fishing and general information would be appreciated?

Is there a webcam in that area?

Thanks:

Gatto Nero · 11-07-2008, 02:37 PM

"Moultonborough area" covers a lot of ground. I believe there is more shore front in Moultonborough than any other town on Winni. You might want to be a little more specific if you want to get an answer that will mean anything to you.

PastorT · 11-07-2008, 02:49 PM

Thanks for the advice.

The area of the cottage is Suissvale there is a small island called Birch Hill.

I hope that helps. I really don't know much more since I'm more accustomed to to the Meredeth area.

Fishing and Boating info is most appreciated.

islandAl · 11-07-2008, 03:40 PM

while I do not fish myself, almost every weekend, I am awakened by the "bass boats" leaving the Lees Mills launch site which is not far away. Therefore, the fishing must be good. Moultonboro bay just a short hop "down" lake will give you plenty of space for the wake boarding. The area right in front of Birch Hill Island is large enough and many do ski there, but it is well travelled and other traffic might be a problem.
Get someone local to show you where the safe routes are away from the island as there are some rock piles away from the shore.
Enjoy

jeffk · 11-07-2008, 07:41 PM

My house is right next to Suissevale. The water is very calm and there are a lot of people fishing in the area. On weekend afternoons the boat traffic builds up and the wake is choppy. I agree with IslandAl, unless you just want some short runs the immediate area may be a little tight and there is a fair amount of traffic. I see people skiing all the time so it is doable. If you head out the channel toward Moultonborough Bay and bear slightly right toward Langdon Cove it is very nice for skiing. Wide open, out of the traffic lane, and reasonably calm.

One caution. It is NOT wide enough in the channel for 2 boats to pass at speed and follow the 150 ft rule. The Marine Patrol does watch the area and actively tickets boats. If you are the only boat in the channel and stay in the middle I don't think they'll bother you but if there are other boats near you, be careful. That said, it is unfortunately very common for people to violate safe passage in the channel.

Right around Birch Hill is a no wake zone towards the Suissevale beach.

You should also make very sure you watch the markers in the area. There are nasty rocks in some spots and the markers are close together and can be confusing. The travel paths are well marked on maps but you need to pay close attention. There are also some nasty rocks near the shore that are not marked. I have a boulder about 40 ft from shore and only a few inches under the water and several others only about 2 ft down. I put out my own markers for the area.

If you want a nice ride, head up to Green's Basin. There are a lot of no wake areas so it will take a bit of time but it is very scenic.

Lakesrider · 11-08-2008, 07:17 AM

I live in Susissevale. The water is fine at the times you'll most likely be using it. Early morning late afternoon. If the weather is anything like last year you'll be the only out there anyway. It is tight near the beach in Susissevale and there are some rules for using the boat ramp there and the beach Parking is tight and no trailers allowed. So you'll need to drop the boat and bring the trailer home.
I have to do that with my Jetski trailer even. Not a big deal really. Just watch the new speed limit if you have a fast boat as well.

dpg · 11-08-2008, 10:37 AM

I'm also in Suissevale...Watch out for rocks, lost and lots of rocks. If you want to park at the beach during the day be sure the property owner leaves you a parking pass for your car. Owners can obtain them in the spring. If your home is frequently rented chances are the owner will have one for your use. NO parking at the beach or the near by vacinity without one and there is a "parking cop" there all summer. I'm really not sure what the "rules" are for the boat launch I also just launch there and pull away (I have a Suissevale dock) the boat stays in the water. I know you do need to be a member of Suissevale to use the ramp really cannot comment on how closely this is monitored. It's a fun association with a decent beach, jeez I'm missing it right about now.

PastorT · 11-08-2008, 10:56 AM

About the new speed limit. Did that pass and what is it?

Fortunately, my boat only tops out at about 40MPH but, it's nice to know.

Thanks for the info about the area, I'll be sure to keep my lake map handy.

sa meredith · 11-08-2008, 11:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PastorT

About the new speed limit. Did that pass and what is it?

Fortunately, my boat only tops out at about 40MPH but, it's nice to know.

Thanks for the info about the area, I'll be sure to keep my lake map handy.

If you have a couple of hours, I submit, for your viewing pleasure....

http://www.winnipesaukee.com/forums/...ead.php?t=6252

Waterbaby · 11-08-2008, 08:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PastorT

About the new speed limit. Did that pass and what is it?

Fortunately, my boat only tops out at about 40MPH but, it's nice to know.

Thanks for the info about the area, I'll be sure to keep my lake map handy.

sa meredith had it right, please read that thread, or google it -- i think that subject has been covered way beyond done here.

11-07-2008, 02:13 PM	#1
PastorT Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Connecticut Posts: 15 Thanks: 4 Thanked 3 Times in 2 Posts	Moultonborough I'll probably be renting in the Moultonborough area next summer. We've rented in Meredeth for years. Can anyone tell me about the boating activity (Is it calm enough in general for a bass boat and wake boarding)? Fishing and general information would be appreciated? Is there a webcam in that area? Thanks:

11-07-2008, 02:37 PM	#2
Gatto Nero Senior Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Isola Gatto Nero Posts: 697 Thanks: 162 Thanked 263 Times in 81 Posts	"Moultonborough area" covers a lot of ground. I believe there is more shore front in Moultonborough than any other town on Winni. You might want to be a little more specific if you want to get an answer that will mean anything to you. __________________ La vita è buona su Isola Gatto Nero

11-07-2008, 02:49 PM	#3
PastorT Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Connecticut Posts: 15 Thanks: 4 Thanked 3 Times in 2 Posts	Ok Thanks for the advice. The area of the cottage is Suissvale there is a small island called Birch Hill. I hope that helps. I really don't know much more since I'm more accustomed to to the Meredeth area. Fishing and Boating info is most appreciated.

11-07-2008, 03:40 PM	#4
islandAl Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Mountonboro Posts: 200 Thanks: 12 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	area fine for your activities while I do not fish myself, almost every weekend, I am awakened by the "bass boats" leaving the Lees Mills launch site which is not far away. Therefore, the fishing must be good. Moultonboro bay just a short hop "down" lake will give you plenty of space for the wake boarding. The area right in front of Birch Hill Island is large enough and many do ski there, but it is well travelled and other traffic might be a problem. Get someone local to show you where the safe routes are away from the island as there are some rock piles away from the shore. Enjoy

11-07-2008, 07:41 PM	#5
jeffk Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Center Harbor Posts: 1,165 Thanks: 205 Thanked 432 Times in 249 Posts	Calm as long as there is not a lot of boat traffic My house is right next to Suissevale. The water is very calm and there are a lot of people fishing in the area. On weekend afternoons the boat traffic builds up and the wake is choppy. I agree with IslandAl, unless you just want some short runs the immediate area may be a little tight and there is a fair amount of traffic. I see people skiing all the time so it is doable. If you head out the channel toward Moultonborough Bay and bear slightly right toward Langdon Cove it is very nice for skiing. Wide open, out of the traffic lane, and reasonably calm. One caution. It is NOT wide enough in the channel for 2 boats to pass at speed and follow the 150 ft rule. The Marine Patrol does watch the area and actively tickets boats. If you are the only boat in the channel and stay in the middle I don't think they'll bother you but if there are other boats near you, be careful. That said, it is unfortunately very common for people to violate safe passage in the channel. Right around Birch Hill is a no wake zone towards the Suissevale beach. You should also make very sure you watch the markers in the area. There are nasty rocks in some spots and the markers are close together and can be confusing. The travel paths are well marked on maps but you need to pay close attention. There are also some nasty rocks near the shore that are not marked. I have a boulder about 40 ft from shore and only a few inches under the water and several others only about 2 ft down. I put out my own markers for the area. If you want a nice ride, head up to Green's Basin. There are a lot of no wake areas so it will take a bit of time but it is very scenic.

11-08-2008, 07:17 AM	#6
Lakesrider Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 2,129 Thanks: 380 Thanked 1,016 Times in 345 Posts	I live in Susissevale. The water is fine at the times you'll most likely be using it. Early morning late afternoon. If the weather is anything like last year you'll be the only out there anyway. It is tight near the beach in Susissevale and there are some rules for using the boat ramp there and the beach Parking is tight and no trailers allowed. So you'll need to drop the boat and bring the trailer home. I have to do that with my Jetski trailer even. Not a big deal really. Just watch the new speed limit if you have a fast boat as well.

11-08-2008, 10:37 AM	#7
dpg Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 2,591 Thanks: 150 Thanked 229 Times in 166 Posts	I'm also in Suissevale...Watch out for rocks, lost and lots of rocks. If you want to park at the beach during the day be sure the property owner leaves you a parking pass for your car. Owners can obtain them in the spring. If your home is frequently rented chances are the owner will have one for your use. NO parking at the beach or the near by vacinity without one and there is a "parking cop" there all summer. I'm really not sure what the "rules" are for the boat launch I also just launch there and pull away (I have a Suissevale dock) the boat stays in the water. I know you do need to be a member of Suissevale to use the ramp really cannot comment on how closely this is monitored. It's a fun association with a decent beach, jeez I'm missing it right about now.

11-08-2008, 10:56 AM	#8
PastorT Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Connecticut Posts: 15 Thanks: 4 Thanked 3 Times in 2 Posts	Thanks About the new speed limit. Did that pass and what is it? Fortunately, my boat only tops out at about 40MPH but, it's nice to know. Thanks for the info about the area, I'll be sure to keep my lake map handy.