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Things To Do Near Ellacoya State Park in Gilford, NH


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Wright Museum of World War II

Wright Museum of World War II
(Approx. 12.1 miles)

The Wright Museum's purpose is to educate, entertain and inspire visitors with the story of WWII-era Americans often called "the greatest generation".


Cilleyville Covered Bridge

Cilleyville Covered Bridge
(Approx. 13.1 miles)

The structure was built by a local carpenter by the name of Print Atwood. He was assisted by Al Emerson and Charles Wilson. Local folklore suggests that during construction, Emerson and Wilson became upset and cut some of the timbers short, causing the bridge to tilt.


Wellington State Park

Wellington State Park
(Approx. 13.2 miles)

Wellington State Park boasts the largest freshwater swimming beach in the New Hampshire State Park system. Hiking trails and picnic areas along the shore afford views of one of the deepest and clearest lakes in the state.


Wentworth State Park

Wentworth State Park
(Approx. 14.1 miles)

Wentworth State Park spans 50 acres and is located on the shore of scenic Wentworth Lake. Popular activities in the park include swimming, picnicking and fishing. Amenities include picnic tables, flush toilets and a group use area.


Smith Covered Bridge

Smith Covered Bridge
(Approx. 14.6 miles)

Smith River Bridge According to W. Edward White in his book Covered Bridges of New Hampshire, a Captain Charles Richardson built the first covered bridge at this site in the early 1800s. The current bridge was built in 1850 when James McQueston hired Herman Marcy of Littleton, N.H.


Daniel Webster Birthplace State Historic Site

Daniel Webster Birthplace State Historic Site
(Approx. 15.4 miles)

The Daniel Webster Birthplace is associated with the birth and early childhood years of Daniel Webster, one of our country's most respected orators and statesmen.


Governor Wentworth Historic Site

Governor Wentworth Historic Site
(Approx. 15.4 miles)

At Governor Wentworth Historic Site, explore the remains of an extensive northern plantation built just before the outbreak of the American Revolution. Built by New Hampshire's second Royal Governor, John Wentworth, the mansion burned to the ground in 1820.


Whittier Covered Bridge

Whittier Covered Bridge
(Approx. 16.7 miles)

Town records indicate there was a crude open timber bridge at this site in 1791 which was repaired in 1803, 1811, and again in 1820. A new bridge was built in 1820 by Wentworth Lord at a cost of $133.


A Summer Day at the Farm

A Summer Day at the Farm
(Approx. 17.1 miles)

Family-friendly activities, tours and farm chores Remick Country Doctor Museum Farm, located in quaint Tamworth Village, New Hampshire, is a picturesque rural life museum and a working farm.


Remick Country Doctor Museum & Farm

Remick Country Doctor Museum & Farm
(Approx. 17.1 miles)

An agricultural museum. A working farm. A historic homestead Feel as though you’ve stepped back in time as our history unfolds. Whether indoors or out, explore domestic, agricultural and sustainable living practices and traditions of New Hampshire and father and son country doctors, Dr. Edwin Remick and Dr.


 
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