Lake Winnipesaukee

Ellacoya State Park Beach

Public state-park beach Parking can require planning
Access finding New Hampshire State Parks lists a public beach for swimming and picnicking

Public state park beach

Water conditions Not rated here

Not determined here; follow park postings and current state notices

Yes. Ellacoya has a public 600-foot Lake Winnipesaukee beach. Day-use reservations are available because parking is limited, while walk-in space remains first-come when available.

Plan the access

Access status
New Hampshire State Parks lists a public beach for swimming and picnicking
Who can use it
Public state park beach
Manager
New Hampshire Division of Parks and Recreation
Published hours
Beach full-time from May 16, unstaffed from September 20, then weekends through October 13, as published when checked
Published fees
Adults 12+: $5; children 6–11: $2; under 5: free, as published when checked
Reservation
Day-use reservations available up to 30 days ahead because parking is limited; walk-in space is first-come
Lifeguards
Not stated on the state-park page
Parking
Limited; reserve ahead on busy weekends and holidays
Water conditions
Not determined here; follow park postings and current state notices

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Reservation availability is not a mandate

New Hampshire State Parks lets visitors reserve a day-use pass before arrival, particularly for busy weekends and holidays. The park also says walk-in spaces are first-come when available.

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Access facts last checked against the linked manager on 2026-08-03. This date is not a water sample or a promise of present conditions.