About Edward Macdowell Lake Day Use Facilities
Activities & Attractions
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Boating
Fishing
Swimming
Year-round
Fishing
Spring
Boating
Summer
Boating
Swimming
Fall
Boating
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
Reviews (13)
What Guests Are Saying
Edward Macdowell Lake Day Use Facilities is a fantastic venue with a beautiful lake and ample picnic tables, making it ideal for gatherings. Visitors appreciate the cleanliness of the facilities, including grills and restrooms, along with the variety of activities available, such as swimming and nature trails. Many families have enjoyed positive experiences and look forward to returning for future events.
What Guests Are Saying
Edward Macdowell Lake Day Use Facilities is a fantastic venue with a beautiful lake and ample picnic tables, making it ideal for gatherings. Visitors appreciate the cleanliness of the facilities, including grills and restrooms, along with the variety of activities available, such as swimming and nature trails. Many families have enjoyed positive experiences and look forward to returning for future events.
Review Summary
Lisa R
July 8, 2026
Fantastic venue, beautiful lake, lots of picnic tables, thank you!
laurie s
July 4, 2026
I want to thank the crew at McDowell Dam pavilion. When we arrived, we found a spotless facility, grill, and restrooms. It’s the perfect spot for a gathering. Beautiful view, plenty of parking and a great spot. Thank you!!
Barbara E
June 27, 2026
We have had many family reunions at this facility it is beautiful. It offers lots of things to do. Swimming. Play ground. Horseshoes nature trails. We have Always had a great experience. . Can't wait to book next year's event. . Two thumbs. Way. Way up.
Peter H
July 2, 2025
great location.
Peter H
July 2, 2025
great location.
Ronnie M
July 29, 2022
The pavillion was spotlessly clean. The two young rangers manning the office were extremely helpful and accommodating. They helped us solve a problem of our group's own making. Because of this, we had a wonderful camp cookout. Kudos to them.
Ronnie M
July 29, 2022
The pavillion was spotlessly clean. The two young rangers manning the office were extremely helpful and accommodating. They helped us solve a problem of our group's own making. Because of this, we had a wonderful camp cookout. Kudos to them.
Jessica B
June 27, 2022
The weather was very cold and windy not what we expected at all for end of June! The location was great-perfect for lots of parking and guests!
Jessica B
June 27, 2022
The weather was very cold and windy not what we expected at all for end of June! The location was great-perfect for lots of parking and guests!
Miles S
June 13, 2022
Excellent spot with plenty of parking.
Thanks again to the staff for giving us a personal welcome.
Much appreciated.
Location Edward Macdowell Lake Day Use Facilities
Address:
75 Wilder Street
Peterborough, NH, 03458
United States
From Route 101 in Peterborough, take a right onto Union Street for 1/2-mile, then take a left onto Wilder Street and travel all the way to the end of the street.
Edward Macdowell Lake Day Use Facilities is accessible via Route 101 in Peterborough.
Elevation: 295 feet
2.6 mi drive to downtown Peterborough (about 7 min)
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Last updated: August 23, 2026
