Squam Lake, New Hampshire

Squam Lake
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From the Harbormaster

By Captain Ryan G.

Squam Lake, famously known as the filming location for the 1981 movie On Golden Pond, is a pristine, 6,791-acre body of water in New Hampshire's Lakes Region. Originally named Keeseenunknipee ("goose lake in the highlands"), it is the second-largest lake located entirely within New Hampshire. Known for its crystal-clear water, it offers serene, scenic beauty, featuring over 30 named islands and a protected habitat for loons and bald eagles.

◆ "On Golden Pond" FameThe 1981 Oscar-winning film was shot here, cementing its reputation as a peaceful, idyllic getaway.
◆ Name EvolutionThe lake has had multiple names over the centuries, including Keeseenunknipee (1779) and Asquam (early 1800s), which means "water".
◆ Natural WondersFormed by glaciers roughly 15,000 years ago, the lake is surrounded by mountain ranges, including the easily accessible West Rattlesnake Mountain, which offers panoramic views of the water.
◆ Conservation FocusThe area is a sanctuary for common loons and, in recent years, a successfully breeding pair of bald eagles.
◆ Winter TraditionA unique, long-standing tradition continues with traditional ice harvesting, where large blocks of ice are still cut for the local summer camps Rockywold and Deephaven.
◆ No Chain StoresThe surrounding town of Holderness is known for having no large chain restaurants or box stores, preserving its historic, quiet charm.
◆ Little SquamConnected to the larger Big Squam, Little Squam is 408 acres and allows for passage between the two, often used for boating and fishing.
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Squam Lake Stats at a Glance

Vital statistics for the second-largest lake in New Hampshire.

Height Above Sea Level561 ft
Maximum Depth99 ft
Average Depth23 ft
Length~7 miles
Width~4.6 miles
Water Surface10.61 sq mi
Distance Around the Lake~25 miles
Shoreline (excl. islands)61 miles
Islands67
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