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Surry Mountain Lake Beach

A sandy beach at a mountain lake on a blue sky day
SURRY MOUNTAIN LAKE BEACH
SURRY MOUNTAIN LAKE BEACH
SURRY MOUNTAIN LAKE BEACH
SURRY MOUNTAIN LAKE BEACH

About Surry Mountain Lake Beach

Surry Mountain Lake Beach is a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers day use facility located on the Ashuelot River in Surry, New Hampshire.

Nearby Activities & Attractions

Boating

Motor Boat

Swimming

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 23 to Sep 6

Campground Amenities

Water Access

Water Access

  • Beach Access
  • Lake Access
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Reviews (5)

What Guests Are Saying

Surry Mountain Lake Beach offers a pleasant facility, but some visitors noted a lack of on-site staff for maintenance, requiring them to clean tables and benches. While the location is appreciated, the absence of bathrooms and trash bins this year has been a downside for some guests. Overall, guests emphasize the need for better cleanliness and amenities for an enhanced experience.

Review Summary

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Penny C

August 16, 2025

3

With no employees on site we had to clean chalk off the tables and benches, if we didn’t we would have had chalk on our clothes.
The problem I have is I paid $80 for a roof, we did everthing including making sure it was cleaner when we left than when we arrived.

randy t

July 26, 2025

4

Like the facility, but no bathrooms this year…only a port-o-John and no trash bins.

Janet R

June 5, 2022

5

Great spot! Very clean! Friendly ranger. Easy reservation system! Excellent experience! Thank you!

Emily B

January 21, 2020

5

Held a bridal shower at the Aspen pavillion. It's a great spot with a beautiful view of the lake. You might even get an eagle fly over.

Faith S

January 10, 2020

5

The Swift Family Reunion is held annually and for many years has been held at Surry. It is a welcoming place for all ages with swimming for the youngsters, horseshoes for the elders . We also bring our "corn hole" game for entertainment. Each year the site may be reserved by a different individual since the host/hostess changes each year. I'be reserved the past two years as others had difficulty doing so. We love it there and plan on continuing to use the Maple Pavilion in the future.

Location Surry Mountain Lake Beach

Address:
480 Branch Road
Keene, NH, 03431
United States

Highway access

Surry Mountain Lake Beach is accessible via Route 12A, which connects to NH Route 101 approximately 10 miles to the north, providing access to major roads in the region.

Latitude & Longitude: 43.0022 / -72.3228

Elevation: 174 feet

Policies & Rules

General

  • The operating hours for Surry Mountain Lake is Wednesday through Sunday. Mondays and Tuesdays will be designated as walk-in access only days. Please note that during these days, the park office and certain amenities may not be available; however, visitors are welcome to enjoy the parks and utilize the available facilities.
  • The existing flush restrooms will not be open but there will be portable toilets located within the park for visitors to use. Existing shelter reservations made prior to April 14th will remain but we will not be taking any more shelter reservations for this season. Visitors are welcome to use the beach and boat ramp, to picnic and enjoy the area. Dogs are permitted on leash, except on beach area.
  • Surry Mountain Lake is a day-use area. NO OVERNIGHT CAMPING Carry in, carry out trash.
  • There are no life guards; it is a swim at your own risk facility.
  • Motorboats are allowed (no wake).
  • Surry Mountain is a flood control facility and the park may be flooded during severe storm events.
  • Beach advisories may be posted at any time due to water quality issues.
  • For more information call the Otter Brook Lake project office at (603) 352-4130.
  • Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
  • No commercial activities, sales or solicitation of business on USACE land. 
  • Shelter reservations and or group events that bring in hired food trucks or vendors, large event tents (greater than 12’x12’), bounce houses, and any other atypical items are required to apply for a special use permit by calling the main office at 603-352-4130. Please inquire if you are unsure.

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Last updated: June 4, 2026

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