Winnipesaukee River
This short lake-chain river links Lake Winnipesaukee through Opechee Bay, Laconia, Lake Winnisquam and Silver Lake, then drops through Tilton and Northfield to Franklin.
Course of the river, simplified. Map data from Natural Earth (public domain).
Weather at the Winnipesaukee River (National Weather Service) ↗
River facts
| Length | 10.5 miles |
|---|---|
| Source | Lake Winnipesaukee at Paugus Bay, Lakeport, Laconia, New Hampshire |
| Mouth | Joins the Pemigewasset at Franklin to form the Merrimack |
| State | New Hampshire |
Dams control the outlets of Lake Winnipesaukee and Lake Winnisquam, with others in Laconia and Franklin.
Boat ramps, launches and bait shops
Detailed ramp, bait shop and lock-and-dam listings for the Winnipesaukee River are coming soon. Until then, these searches open Google Maps along the river:
- Boat ramps on the Winnipesaukee River in New Hampshire ↗ · Bait shops near the Winnipesaukee River in New Hampshire ↗
Fishing regulations
Check the state agency for river-specific rules, seasons and limits before you fish:
- New Hampshire: New Hampshire Fish and Game Department ↗
Lakes on or near the Winnipesaukee River
Lakes in our guide on or near this river:
Facts from Winnipesaukee River (Wikipedia) ↗