If you are looking for some family bonding time with the kids, there is a variety of activities in the Lake Sunapee area that will get you out of the house to have some fun, even on those rainy days.
Looking for the perfect kids adventure? Mount Sunapee Adventure Park
Mount Sunapee Adventure Park is the perfect place to have an adventure with the kids. Check out the canopy zip line tours at the Adventure Park.
Visitors can choose from the beginner loop, the two intermediate loops, advanced loop, or the climbing wall/gravity jump. Adventure goers will zip through oak, birch, and maple trees while keeping on the lookout for wildlife below.
If zip lines are not your forte, play a round of mini golf. The 18 hole mini golf course is at the base of the Adventure Park. There is also an 18 hole disc golf course that players take the chair lift up to play the first teebox. From there, players will follow the winding course through the woods.
Occasionally, there are races for all ages held at the Adventure Park. Some of the races incorporate an obstacle course and others are a trail run. Check out the website for the races that have cash prizes for the winners.
During the winter months, Mount Sunapee Adventure Park is well known for the excellent slopes for skiers and snowboarders.
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Have the perfect family picnic at the John Hay Estate at The Fells on Lake Sunapee
The Fells is one of New England’s Finest Early 20th-Century Summer Estates. Eighty-three acres of woodlands and grounds and nearly half a mile of undeveloped Lake Sunapee shoreline is the perfect setting for a family picnic.
Discover The Fells beauty and tranquility, learn the legacy of diplomat and statesman John Milton Hay, tour the 22-room Colonial Revival home; explore the forests, walk the woodland trails and enjoy the renowned gardens. There is an admission charge to The Fells.
The Perfect Family Beach – Mount Sunapee State Park Beach
Mount Sunapee State Park is a great way to get the family re-connected with nature all year round. The park features a 4,085 acre lake that is the perfect spot for a family get together or lounging at the beach. If you are interested in some fishing or a boat outing, there is a boat launch and boat rentals available.
From hiking and mountain biking to the spacious campgrounds, there is a multitude of recreational activities that can please everyone.
In the winter, there are some great trails for snowmobiling and NHStatepParks.org/mount-sunapee-state-park
Mt. Kearsarge Indian Museum
Mt. Kearsarge Indian Museum is an educational and cultural center that inspires and educates visitors about environmental action and cultural diversity. The educational and self-guided tours are great for families learning about the Native American culture by viewing the gallery and walking on the nature trail quest.
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New London Barn Playhouse
Kids love watching performances at the Barn Playhouse. There is a variety of shows for kids that are entertaining for the whole family. Check online for tickets and show times. website: nlbarn.org