Kayak and canoe launches on Winnipesaukee River, New Hampshire
6 launch sites on Winnipesaukee River from NH Access Sites to Public Waters. 4 are listed as hand, car-top or paddlecraft launches. 2 are trailer ramps.
Fees: 6 list no fee, 0 list a fee, 0 not verified. Each listing names its source; check it before you go.
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- Cross Mill Road Access · Hand launch / carry-in
No fee listed by NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT) (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Dock or boarding float
- None listed
- Carry from nearest mapped parking
- about 26 m (90 ft), straight line
- Elevation change, parking to launch point
- +0 ft (about 0% average grade)
Official fields: NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT). Carry distance: nearest parking mapped in OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL); elevations: USGS 3DEP. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
- Franklin High - Lower Field · Boat ramp (trailer)
No fee listed by NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT) (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Launch surface
- Concrete or paved
- Dock or boarding float
- None listed
- Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
- Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
Official fields: NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT). Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
- Riverfront Park near Packer Brook · Hand launch / carry-in
No fee listed by NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT) (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Dock or boarding float
- None listed
- Accessible features
- Listed
- Listed as having accessible features by the managing agency. Call ahead to confirm what is accessible (parking, path, dock or launch). (National Park Service)
Official fields: NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT). Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
- Rotary Park Canoe and Kayak Launch · Hand launch / carry-in
No fee listed by NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT) (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Carry from nearest mapped parking
- about 49 m (160 ft), straight line
- Elevation change, parking to launch point
- -15 ft (about 9% average grade)
- Steep bank: lower the boat bow-first, keep your weight low, and enter where the water is calm and deep enough to float the hull. (REI Expert Advice)
Official fields: NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT). Carry distance: nearest parking mapped in OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL); elevations: USGS 3DEP. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
- Trestle View Park · Hand launch / carry-in
No fee listed by NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT) (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Dock or boarding float
- None listed
Official fields: NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT). Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
- Winnipesaukee River Boat Ramp · Boat ramp (trailer)
No fee listed by NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT) (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)Getting to the water
- Launch surface
- Concrete planks
- Dock or boarding float
- None listed
- Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
- Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
Official fields: NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT). Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.
New Hampshire paddling rules
Registration, permits, life jackets and AIS stickers
Other New Hampshire waters with 5+ launches
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Data shown as published by the agency or mapped source; launch details and fees change, so check the official source before you go.