On a busy summer day, families looking for a place to recreate, relax and have fun don’t have to go far. Located near North Conway Village, just off West Side Road, Echo Lake State Park offers numerous outdoor activities. Of course, there’s the lake itself — fine for family-friendly swimming, kayaking and fishing. It’s a great spot for family picnics and offers impressive mountain views.
Surrounding the lake, there are woods with walking and biking trails. With Cathedral and White Horse Ledge included in the park lands, there’s also rock climbing, hiking and valley views to be had. The 118-acre Echo Lake State Park is like an overstuffed pocket park, full of things to do and places to go.
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