The beautiful views of Mt. Chocorua, clear water, and the fact motors are not allowed here, are the top reasons to kayak Chocorua Lake and its adjoining neighbor, Little Lake. At only 222 acres, Chocorua Lake is small and shallow but its views are large, reason enough to paddle here.
Although Rte. 16 traffic can often be heard from the lake, once you paddle out into the middle, or over to the western side of the lake, you’ll feel like your paddling a much more secluded body of water.
If you love mountain views as much as I do, its a fantastic place to paddle for a couple of hours, or longer, if you decide to have lunch and swim.
WHY PADDLE HERE? – For mountain scenery, exercise, relaxation, family fun or a fall foliage paddle.
THE PADDLING ROUTE – We launched into Chocorua Lake from one of the several access spots adjacent to the parking area. Once on the water, we couldn’t resist immediately paddling to the center of the lake to take in the wonderful views of Mt. Chocorua and its surrounding peaks.
We paddled across the lake, along the westerly shore and under the bridge into Little Lake. We paddled around Little Lake for a while and then back under the bridge returning to Chocorua Lake. We paddled along Chocorua’s eastern shore and then back to the middle one last time before landing back where we launched.
CAUTIONS! – Winds and rapidly changing weather. Also, be careful of the bees when paddling near the pickerelweed in adjoining Little Lake.
PARKING & LAUNCH – Chocorua Lake Conservancy owns and maintains the public access to Chocorua Lake located on the east side of the lake along Old Route 16 where you will find parking and several areas to access the lake. There are more parking and access areas on the southern end of the lake near the bridge to Little Lake. Watch the signage to avoid parking in the Tamworth residents only section.
RESTROOMS- Yes, there are portable toilets located at both parking areas.
WHEN TO VISIT- Anytime during spring, summer or fall is a great time to paddle here. Parking spaces are more prevalent during early morning or late afternoon hours.
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