Edward MacDowell Lake

Address: 75 WILDER ST, Peterborough, NH 03458-1068, USA
Phone: 603-924-3431 Email: Stephen.P.Dermody@usace.army.mil

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Located near Peterborough, this facility is named after the famous composer and concert pianist, Edward Alexander MacDowell. The 165-acre shallow lake and adjacent lands are managed by the State and the Corps of Engineers for hunting, fishing, and other recreational activities. A picturesque recreation area located next to the dam provides a picnic area with two group shelters, a swim beach, and hiking trails. (The group shelters may be reserved through the NRRS.)

Directions

From Nashua, US 3 to Exit 7, West on NH 101A and 101 to Peterborough, follow signs to dam, 4 miles West.

Activities

  • Biking
  • Boating
  • Interpretive Programs
  • Fishing
  • Hiking
  • Hunting
  • Pets
  • Picnicking
  • Winter Sports
  • Water Sports
  • Wildlife Viewing