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A sampling of attractions and activities to be
found in the Dartmouth - Lake Sunapee Region
 Norsgaard Press Presents: Live Free and Have Fun, a complete list of where to stay, where to eat and things to do in the Lake Sunapee Region http://www.nhvacations.org
Year Around Capitol Center for the Arts, Concord, http://www.ccanh.com/Christa McAuliffe Planetarium, Concord, Fantastic events to see the stars!Claremont Opera House, Claremont http://www.claremontoperahouse.comColby Sawyer College, New London, Colby-Sawyer College offers a wide range of cultural and educational events throughout the year, which are open to the general public.http://www.colby-sawyer.edu/currents/events.htmlThe Enfield Shaker Museum, Enfield, http://www.shakermuseum.org/The Fells / Hay Estate, Newbury, http://www.thefells.org/The Fort at No. 4, Charlestown, Demonstrations of domestic and military life are held daily, http://www.fortat4.com/Geocaching - The Official Global GPS Cache Hunt Site http://www.geocaching.com/Grantham Indoor, Grantham http://www.granthamindoor.com/Baseball Camp, Indoor Soccer, Lacrosse,Golf Driving Range, Golf Simulators, Private Rentals & Birthday Parties
Hopkins Center for the Arts, Hanover http://hop.dartmouth.edu/Hood Museum of Art, Hanover http://hoodmuseum.dartmouth.edu/Mt Kearsarge Indian Museum, Warner, Great displays of Indian ArtifactsMontshire Museum, Norwich, VT http://www.montshire.net/Musterfield Field Farm Museum, Great historic place to visit in North Sutton!New Hamphire Telephone Museum, Warner http://www.nhtelephonemuseum.com/New London Historical Society, New London, 10 restored buildings, Concord Coach, wagons and more! http://www.newlondonhistoricalsociety.org/Newport Opera House, Newport, http://www.newportoperahouse.comNorthEast Shakespeare Ensemble, New London, http://www.nesetheatre.orgShaker Villages at Canterbury and Enfield http://www.shakers.org/Sunapee Attractions, http://www.sunapeeattractions.com/Verizon Wireless Arena, Manchester, http://www.verizonwirelessarena.com/The new Verizon Arena in Manchester is nearby for great concerts with big-name artists and sporting events.
Many of the local towns have "Concerts on the Green" and there are
plenty of local restaurants that invite small bands and singers to
perform in their establishments.
There are many small artisan studios in the area and we can quickly direct you to
crafters of many different varieties.
Spring / SummerBartlett's Blueberry Farm, Newport http://www.bartlettsblueberryfarm.com/Concord Quarry Dogs Baseball, http://www.quarrydogs.org/Hopkinton State Fair, Contoocook, One of the Biggest Fairs in the State!Kearsarge Arts Theatre (KAT) Company, New London603-526-4906 Box Office 927-4899 (opens late June) New London NH
Hackleboro Orchards, Canterbury http://hackleboroorchards.comLaconia Motorcycle Week, Laconia http://www.laconiamcweek.com/League of NH Craftsmans Fair, Sunapee http://www.nhcrafts.org/annualfair.htmNew Hampshire International Speedway, NH's Claim to Fame!New London Barn Playhouse, The Barn Playhouse features talent from all over the country in traditional summer stock fashion. http://www.nlbarn.comBox office 603-526-4631, Tickets can be waiting at the box office while you enjoy some of the fine local dining available in the area.
Ruggles Mine,Grafton http://www.rugglesmine.com/Simon Pearce, Quechee, VT. Glass blowers, store and restaurant http://www.simonpearce.com/Sunapee Dinner Cruises, http://www.mvkearsarge.com/Star Speedway, Epping - Enduros, Strictly Stocks, Road Runners, Spectacular Drags, http://www.starspeedway.com/Vermont Institute of Natural Science, Woodstock, VT http://www.vinsweb.org/State Parks and Outdoors
Sunapee-Ragged-Kearsarge Greenway Coalition http://www.srkg.com/New Hampshire Department of Parks and Recreation http://www.nhstateparks.org/Winslow State Park Route 11, Wilmot, NH 03287 Phone: 603-526-6168Winslow State Park is located on the northwest slope of Mt. Kearsarge in Wilmot, New Hampshire. The picnic area is on an 1,820-foot plateau with outstanding views of the White Mountains to the north and the taller of the southern and central Vermont peaks. Mt. Sunapee, Ragged Mountain, and Pleasant Lake dominate the closer landscape. A one-mile foot trail leads from the picnic area to the summit of Mt.Kearsarge. A 1- 3/4 mile trail offers a loop possibility. The Park is open weekends from mid-April to mid-June, and daily from mid-June to early November. Admission to the Park is $3.00; children 11 and under are admitted free of charge.
Rollins State Park, Route 103, Warner, NH 03278 Phone: 603-456-3808Located in the town of Warner, Rollins State Park is situated on the south slope of Mt. Kearsarge. A 3-1/2 mile long scenic auto road rises from the park entrance through woodlands to the parking and picnic areas. The picnic area, located in a natural wooded glen beneath granite ledges, is historically referred to as the "Garden." It affords views that stretch from Mt. Monadnock to the hills of New Hampshire's coastal plain. The summits of Pack Monadnock, Crotched and Uncanoonuc Mountains, the hills of central Massachusetts, and the Boston skyline are visible on the horizon, while the Mink Hills and Merrimack River Valley can be seen nearby. A one-half mile trail to the summit of Mt.Kearsarge leaves from the picnic area. The Park is open daily from mid-June to late October, and weekends only from late October to November 11.
Sunapee State Beach and State Park, Route 103, Newbury, NH 03255Phone: 603-763-5561, This major recreation area in the Dartmouth-Lake Sunapee Region offers year-round activities. In the winter, alpine skiing is available at Mt. Sunapee Resort, owned by the state of New Hampshire and managed by the Okemo Mountain Resort. Enjoy hiking, swimming, picnicking, boating, fishing and swimming in the summer/fall months. The campground now offers 5 lean-to sites for family camping. Sunapee State Beach is situated about a mile from the campground and offers many amenities. Sunapee State Park is open daily from mid-June to Labor Day. The 4,085 acre lake at Sunapee State Beach is an ideal spot for family and group outings - enjoy fishing, boating, swimming and picnicking. The Beach has a store, canoe and kayak rentals, a playground, and a new bathhouse. A boat launch is available with some restrictions. Pets are not allowed on the beach.
Pillsbury State Park, Off Route 31, Washington, NH 03280, Phone: 603-863-2860Heavily wooded and sprinkled with several ponds and wetlands, Pillsbury State Park is one of the more primitive and lesser known gems of the New Hampshire State Park system. Its diversity of habitats makes it home to a great variety of wildlife, including moose and loons.
Crossed by a network of hiking and mountain bike trails, the park is an important link in the Monadnock-Sunapee Greenway, a 51-mile hiking trail that connects Mount Monadnock with Mount Sunapee to the north. Canoeing, warm-water fishing, picniking, hiking, and mountain biking are favorite park activities. History buffs enjoy exploring the park's long-abandoned and overgrown cellar holes, remnants of early farm settlement and lumbering of the late 1700s and early 1800s when the area was called Cherry Valley. 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.
Wadleigh State Park, Route 114, Sutton, NH 03260 Phone: 603-927-4724Wadleigh State Beach offers swimming on beautiful Kezar Lake. Tall pine trees shade the picnic sites located adjacent to the beach, making it an ideal location for families and group outings. Amenities in the park include a bathhouse, picnic tables, and playing fields. The park is open weekends only from mid-May to mid-June, and daily from mid-June to Labor Day. The admission fee is $3.00, children 11 and under are admitted free.
Biking
Road bikers will love the challenges of our local terrain. Mountain bikers are able to enjoy
most of the hiking trails. All will delight in the beautiful scenery.
Northern Rail Trail www.fnrt.org
Rentals are available at:
Village Sports, New London, 603-526-4948 http://www.villagesportsllc.comBob Skinner's Ski & Sport, Newbury 603-763-2303Outspokin Bicycle and Sports, Newbury http://www.outspokin.com/Blackwater Ski & Sport Shop, Andover http://www.blackwaterskishop.com/Boating-Canoeing-Kayaking & Jet Skiing
Rentals are available at Village Sports, New London, 603-526-4948; http://www.villagesportsllc.comand Sargents Marina, Sunapee 603-763-5036, http://www.sargentsmarina.net/
Aldens of Sunapee http://www.aldenofsunapee.com/Kayak Country, Andover http://www.kayakcountry.com/Outspokin Bicycle and Sports, Newbury http://www.outspokin.com/Paddler's Retreat, North Sutton http://www.paddlersretreat.comBlackwater Ski & Sport Shop, Andover http://www.blackwaterskishop.com/Fall / WinterNew Hampshire Maple Producers http://www.nhmapleproducers.com/Monarchs Hockey, Manchester, http://www.monarchshockey.com/Downhill Skiing & Snowboarding
Within a few miles you can enjoy premier New Hampshire ski areas.
Mount Sunapee, Sunapee, NH, http://www.mtsunapee.comDartmouth Skiway, Lyme Center, NH, http://www.skiway.dartmouth.eduPats Peak, Henniker, NH, http://www.patspeak.comRagged Mountain Resort, Danbury, NH, http://www.RaggedMountainResort.comCross Country Skiing and Snowshoeing
The area hosts beautifully groomed courses at:
Dexter's Inn Trails by NORSK, Sunapee, NH http://www.norskoutdoors.comEastman Cross-Country Center, Eastman, NH, http://www.eastmannh.comSnowshoe rentals are available at Village Sports, 603-526-4948.
Skating
Guests may also skate on the rink at the New London Town Green on Main Street.
Skate rentals are available at Village Sports, 603-526-4948.
and on the Newport Town Green in Newport.
Get the latest weather and ski reports at Ski New Hampshire http://www.skinh.com
Area Calenders of EventsTown of Bradford, http://www.bradfordnh.com/id7.htmNew Hampshire.com, LinkSki New Hampshire, LinkRecreation NH, LinkNew Hampshire Happenings, LinkNew London Chamber of Commerce, Events LinkKearsarge Magazine http://www.kearsargemagazine.com/Chambers of CommerceConcord Chamber of Commerce http://www.concordnhchamber.com/Lebanon Chamber of Commerce http://www.lebanonchamber.com/Hanover Chamber of Commerce http://www.hanoverchamber.orgNew London Chamber of Commerce http://www.newlondonareanh.comManchester Chamber of Commerce http://www.manchester-chamber.org/Escape for a Golfing Weekend!NH Outdoors Golf Course List LinkRagged Mountain Resort, Danbury, http://www.raggedmountainresort.com/18 holes, par 72
Canterbury Woods Country Club, 15 West Rd, Canterbury, 18 holes, public, on 260 acres of land, http://www.canterburywoodscc.com/Claremont Country Club, Maple Ave., Claremont, 9 holes, semi-private603-542-9550
Country Club of New Hampshire, Kearsarge Valley Rd, No Sutton, 18 holes, public 603-927-4246 http://www.playgolfne.com/ccnh/Countryside Golf Club, 20 Country Club Lane, Dunbarton, 9 holes, public603-774-5031
Dustons Country Club, 40 Country Club Rd, Hopkinton, 9 holes, semi-private, Tee times are suggested on weekends 603-746-4234Eastman Golf Links, Clubhouse Lane, Grantham, 18 holes, semi-privateNewport Golf Club, Unity Rd, Newport, 18 holes, public Plausawa Valley Country Club, 42 Whittemore Rd, Pembroke, 18 holes, semi-private, http://www.plausawavalleycc.com/Ragged Mountain Golf Club, Ragged Mtn Rd, Danbury, LinkRestaurants and Eating EstablishmentsBradford
Appleseed Restaurant & Catering, Rte 103, Country Dining!Bradford Junction, Rte 114, 603-938-2424Danbury
Inn at Danbury, Alphorn Bistro, 64 N.E. Route 104 http://www.innatdanbury.comGoshen
Back Side Inn, 1171 Brook Rd. http://www.bsideinn.com/Henniker
Daniel's Restaurant & Pub, Main St, Casual diningCountry Spirit, Rte 114, Great Steaks! 603-428-7007Idlewild Steakhouse, Rt 114, down the hill from pats peak 603-428-4353Que Pasa Rte 114, Fine Mexican Dining/Takeout 603-428-8226Newbury
Millsy's Boathouse, Newbury Harbor Plaza, http://www.bellissima-trattoria.com/Murphy's Grille, Rte 103, Restaurant & Lounge 603-763-3113One Mile West, Rte 103, "A Fairly Odd American Tavern"New London
Colonial Farm Inn, Rt. 11, http://www.colonialfarminn.com/Inn at Pleasant Lake, Pleasant St., http://www.innatpleasantlake.com/Jack's Coffee of New London, 207 Main St. http://www.jacksofnewlondon.comFlying Goose Brew Pub & Grille, Route 11 http://www.flyinggoose.comLa Dolce Vita, Colonial Plaza http://www.ladolcevitanh.comLa Meridiana, Route 11 603-526-2033MacKenna's Restaurant & TCBY Treats, New London Shopping Center 603-526-9511
Millstone American Bistro & Wine Bar, 74 Newport Rd.New London Inn, 353 Main St. http://www.newlondoninn.usPeter Christian's Tavern, 195 Main St. http://www.peterchristianstavern.comTraditions at Lake Sunapee Country Club, 288 Country Club LaneNewport
Fabulous 50's Car Hop Drive-In. 308 Sunapee Street 603-863-5171Lil' Red Baron, 8 Airport Road 603-863-1302Old Courthouse, 30 Main St. http://www.eatatthecourthouse.com/Sunapee
Anchorage Restaurant 603-763-3334MV Kearsarge, Sunapee Harbor, Take a dinner on the Lake!Warner
Foothills Restaurant, Main St, Great breakfast & lunch! 603-456-2140Charlie Macs, Main St, Pizza, 603-456-2828McDonalds, Rt. 103, right by the interstate exitPizza Hut, Rt. 103, right by the interstate exitSubway, Rt. 103, right by the interstate exitTCBY (Ice cream and frozen yogurt), Rt. 103, right by the interstate exitAntiques and ShoppingLeague of NH Craftsmen, Annual Craftsmen's Fair, Mt Sunapee Resort, Newbury, NH, http://www.nhcrafts.org/
Shops in the Area
Area Used Book Shops, LinkNH Flea Market Guide, http://www.fleamarketguide.com/nh.htmNH Antique Dealers Association http://www.nhada.org/Bradford
Barns of Bradford, Rte 114, Bradford (Furnishings) 603-938-2618Merrimack Farm and Country Store, 101 East Main St.New London
Artisan's Workshop, New London 603-526-4227Art of Nature , http://www.natureswildart.com/Back Room Art Supplies, http://www.backroomartsupplies.com/14 Carrots Coop http://www.14carrotscoop.comGourmet Garden, http://www.gourmetgardenonline.com/Hubert's Dept. Store, Intersection Newport and County Roads New London http://www.hubertstores.comLisAnns http://www.lisanns.com/Morae Jewelers http://www.moraejewelers.comPriscilla Drake Antiques, 928 Main St, New London, 603-526-6514Serendipity Boutique, New London Shopping Center New London603-526-4475
Tatewell Gallery, 207 Main St. 603-526-2910Vessels & Jewels, 207 Main St. http://www.vesselsandjewels.com/Henniker
The Golden Pineapple Gift Shop, HennikerHillsboro
The Gallery at Well Sweep, 584 Center Road http://www.wellsweepgallery.com/Elkins
Mesa, off Route 11, Elkins http://www.homefactorystore.com/Newbury/Sunapee
Prospect Hill Antiques, Sunapee http://www.prospecthillantiques.comRosewood Barn & Gallery, Newbury http://www.rosewoodgallery.net/Newport
Brickstone Gift and Florist Shop, Newport 603-863-6760Dorr Mill Store, Newport http://www.dorrmillstore.com/M.J. Harrington & Co. Jewelers, 33 Main St. Newport NH 03773Sutton
Bayberry Barn, Rt. 114 http://www.bayberrybarn.com/Warner
Country Cobwebs, 42 Kearsarge Mtn Rd, Warner 603-456-3033Main Street Bookends, Main St. http://www.mainstreetbookends.com/The Rolling Pin, 17 Main St. 603-456-2590Wingdoodle, 19 East Main St. http://www.wingdoodle.com/Yankee Farmer's Market, Route 103 LinkArtist Studios in the Area
Carroll Family Studio, Warner, http://www.davidmcarroll.com/New Area Business Owners interested in adding their information to this area directory,
please email forfengdesigns@tds.net
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