Squam Lakes Natural Science Center
Walking trails with native New Hampshire wildlife, plus guided cruises on Squam Lake in season. A good outing for families. Official website for Squam Lakes Natural Science Center
Things to do near Plymouth, NH
Plymouth is where New Hampshire’s Lakes Region meets the White Mountains. Here are popular places to visit from Pilgrim Inn & Cottages, with approximate drive times from the inn.
Lakes
Newfound Lake
One of the clearest lakes in New Hampshire, with a sandy beach at Wellington State Park. Official website for Newfound Lake
Lake Winnipesaukee
New Hampshire’s largest lake. Meredith has a waterfront with shops, restaurants and boat cruises.
Squam Lake
The quiet, island-dotted lake where “On Golden Pond” was filmed. Popular for kayaking, swimming and loon watching. Official website for Squam Lake
Mountains and parks
Polar Caves Park
A walk through glacial caves and boulder passages on boardwalks, with gardens and animal exhibits. Official website for Polar Caves Park
Franconia Notch State Park
Home to the Flume Gorge, the Cannon Mountain Aerial Tramway and Echo Lake. Official website for Franconia Notch State Park
White Mountain National Forest
Hundreds of miles of hiking trails, waterfalls and scenic overlooks north of Plymouth. Official website for White Mountain National Forest
Kancamagus Highway
A well-known scenic drive through the White Mountains, especially popular during fall foliage. Official website for Kancamagus Highway
Skiing and outdoor sports
Tenney Mountain Resort
Plymouth’s local ski mountain. Check its current operating schedule before you go.
Waterville Valley
A family-friendly resort village with skiing in winter and biking, hiking and events in summer. Official website for Waterville Valley
Loon Mountain
A large ski resort with a scenic gondola and summer activities. Official website for Loon Mountain
In Plymouth
Plymouth State University
A short drive from the inn. Convenient for campus visits, move-in, athletics and graduation. Official website for Plymouth State University
Downtown Plymouth
Local restaurants, cafés and shops along Main Street.
Getting here
We are at 307 US-3, Plymouth, NH 03264, right beside Interstate 93 at Exit 26, about two hours north of Boston.
Drive times are approximate and may vary depending on traffic, weather, road conditions, and destination.