Posted in New Hampshire Hiking, Lakes, Nature January 26, 2021 by

The Hike To New Hampshire’s Pretty Little Echo Lake Is Short And Sweet

Echo Lake is located in North Conway, which is in the southern part of New Hampshire. To enjoy the views of the lake, and the White Mountains in the background, take the Echo Lake Trail – a short and relatively flat hike that’s just under a mile and loops around the lake.

The easy trail makes Echo Lake a great destination for families with older adults and young children. To reach Echo Lake, set your GPS to Echo Lake Road in North Conway, NH 03860.

Since the hike is a popular loop trail, try to plan your visit off-hours or off-season.
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As of 2020, there's a $4 fee per person to access the lake.
Since the path around the lake is so short, you can easily get a good workout by going around the trail a few times.
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The entire lake is 15.7 acres and the highest elevation along the route is 16 feet.
While the hike is short and sweet, keep your eyes open to make sure you don't stumble on any branches on the trail.
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A great vantage point to take in the views.
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Unfortunately, your furry friends aren't allowed to join you on this short hike.
Plan a day of play on Echo Lake and go kayaking or canoeing. Swimming is also allowed.
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Take in the White Mountains while you float along the water.
Remember to bring your camera to capture the stunning New Hampshire scenery and contrast between the mountains, greenery, and water.
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Since the trail is open throughout the year, you can enjoy the fall foliage and snow-shoe too!
If you visit Echo Lake towards the end of the day, enjoy the sunset and calm water.
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To plan your outing to Echo Lake visit NH Parks.

Check out AllTrails for additional information on the hiking route too.

Happy hiking!

Address: Echo Lake Road, Echo Lake Rd, Conway, NH 03860, USA