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Best Things to Do at Lake Winnipesaukee This Summer

By naswa_admin   August 15, 2025
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Looking for the best things to do at Lake Winnipesaukee this summer? New Hampshire’s largest lake is a playground of beaches, boat cruises, hikes, and lakeside dining — and The NASWA Resort puts you right in the middle of it all. Here are our favorite things to do at Lake Winnipesaukee this summer.

Get Out on the Water

No list of things to do at Lake Winnipesaukee this summer is complete without time on the water. Rent a kayak or paddleboard from the private NASWA beach, book a boat rental, or hop aboard the historic M/S Mount Washington for a scenic cruise. Swimming, tubing, and waterskiing round out a perfect lake day on Lake Winnipesaukee.

Things to do at Lake Winnipesaukee this summer — the beach at The NASWA Resort

Explore Weirs Beach and Laconia

Stroll the classic Weirs Beach boardwalk, catch an arcade or a drive-in movie, and browse local shops in downtown Laconia. Among the most family-friendly things to do at Lake Winnipesaukee this summer, the Weirs offers fireworks, ice cream, and old-fashioned lakeside fun just minutes from The NASWA.

Dine, Relax and Stay Lakeside

End the day with frozen cocktails and live music at the NazBar & Grill or upscale waterfront dining at the Blue Bistro. When you plan your things to do at Lake Winnipesaukee this summer, base yourself at a lakeside resort with a private beach so every adventure starts and ends at the water. For trip ideas across the state, explore New Hampshire tourism.

However you spend it, a summer here is unforgettable — and with so many things to do at Lake Winnipesaukee this summer, you will already be planning next year’s trip before you check out.