Edward MacDowell Lake Day Use Facilities
| Address | 75 Wilder Street, Peterborough, NH, 03458 |
|---|---|
| State | NH |
| Reservable | Yes — reservable on recreation.gov |
| Phone | 603-924-3431 |
Amenities
Pets Allowed
BEACH ACCESS
DAY USE AREA
FLUSH TOILETS (SEASONAL)
PICNIC TABLES
PLAYGROUND
PARKING AREA
GRILLS
Accessible Occupant Message: Y
Checkin Time: 8:00 AM
Driveway Surface: Gravel, Paved
Accessibility: Y
Max Num of People: 40–100
Checkout Time: 8:00 PM
Min Num of People: 1
Max Num of Vehicles: 22–40
Max Vehicle Length: 0
Shade: Full
Accessible Sites: 2 of 2
Reservable Sites: 2 of 2
Overview
Edward MacDowell Lake is situated in a quiet corner of the Monadnock Region of New Hampshire.
This day-use area lies just off State Route 101 on the shores of the picturesque lake named after the famous composer and concert pianist, Edward Alexander MacDowell.
Recreation
Visitors can spend days kayaking and canoeing on the scenic lake, and a boat ramp is provided for easy lake access.
Fishing is also a popular activity. Largemouth bass, pickerel,
Data updated: 2026-08-23 08:57 (UTC) · Source: RIDB (recreation.gov)