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Marinas in New Hampshire

Cruise 16 marinas across New Hampshire. Maps, hours, contact info, photos, and verified operator profiles, all in one place.

White Mountains, lakes region, and 18 miles of Atlantic coastline.

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Marinas in New Hampshire by Google rating

Ranked by Google rating, then by number of reviews, across the 15 of 16 marinas in New Hampshire with 10 or more Google reviews. A blank cell means we do not have that detail yet.

MarinaCityActivitiesRating
Melvin Village MarinaMelvin Village4.9188 Google reviews
Winni MarineLaconiaCruising, Marina Services, Rentals +14.8121 Google reviews
Roberts Cove Basin MarinaAlton4.8100 Google reviews
Trexler's MarinaMoultonborough4.756 Google reviews
West Alton MarinaAlton4.743 Google reviews
Safe Harbor Wentworth By The SeaNew Castle4.6147 Google reviews
Paugus Bay MarinaLaconia4.674 Google reviews
Winnisquam MarineBelmont4.5365 Google reviews

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Most-booked campgrounds in New Hampshire

Federal campgrounds in New Hampshire that Recreation.gov lists for boating, ranked by how many times they were booked in fiscal 2025.

  1. Basin Campground1

    Basin Campground

    490 bookings
  2. 2

    Waterville Campground

    416 bookings
  3. 3

    Osceola Vista Campground

    247 bookings
  4. 4

    Cold River

    216 bookings

Bookings: Recreation.gov, fiscal 2025 (Oct 2024 to Sep 2025).

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Marinas, boat launches, rivers & creeks and camping in New Hampshire

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About New Hampshire

New Hampshire's coastline runs just 18 miles, and it makes every one of them count. The Piscataqua River rips past historic Portsmouth with serious current, the Great Bay Estuary opens inland through a web of tidal rivers, and the Gulf of Maine waits offshore. This is water that rewards competence: big tidal ranges, strong currents, real navigation. Marinas along the Piscataqua and in towns like Rye and Hampton keep coastal boaters fueled, docked, and pointed the right way.

Inland is where the state's boating heart beats. Lake Winnipesaukee, the largest lake in New Hampshire, spreads across the Lakes Region with hundreds of islands, coves that take years to exhaust, and towns like Wolfeboro and Meredith built around the waterfront. Squam Lake, Newfound Lake, and Lake Sunapee sit nearby, each quieter than Winnipesaukee, each with its own character and its own network of marinas and launch points.

The charter scene works both sides of the state. On the coast: sailing trips out to the Isles of Shoals, sunset cruises, and fishing charters running into the Gulf of Maine. On Winnipesaukee: pontoon rentals, small powerboat charters, even historic steamboat cruises. Marinas throughout the state back it all up with fuel, maintenance, transient dockage, and walkable access to town, salt or fresh, a visiting boater is well looked after here.

The conditions vary as much as the geography. Coastal water brings ocean weather and fog on its own schedule; the big lakes build real chop and can throw an afternoon squall at you. The gentler option is the small stuff: quiet lakes and stretches like the Connecticut River, well suited to kayaks, canoes, and small motorboats. Know which kind of water you're on and prepare for that one, and the Granite State treats you well.

When to cruise in New Hampshire

Peak Jun–Aug

Full season

Quick facts

Boat launches mapped
279
Rivers mapped
177
Marinas listed
16
Best season
May through October

Trip guide

Know before you go in New Hampshire

Confirm current requirements with the agency that sets them before your trip. Rules and fees change every season.

  • Boater Education Certificate

    Anyone 16 years of age or older operating a motorboat over 25 horsepower on New Hampshire waters must possess a valid New Hampshire Safe Boating Certificate or an equivalent certificate recognized by the state. This requirement also applies to operating personal watercraft (PWCs).

  • Vessel Registration

    All motorized vessels, including personal watercraft, operating on New Hampshire public waters must be registered with the New Hampshire Department of Safety. Registration must be renewed annually, and the registration decal must be prominently displayed on the bow of the vessel.

  • Age Restrictions for Operation

    No one under 16 years of age may operate a personal watercraft. A motorboat of 25 horsepower or less may be operated by a person of any age, with no certificate required. A person under 16 may operate a motorboat over 25 horsepower only if accompanied on board by a person 18 years or older who holds a valid New Hampshire Safe Boating Certificate.

  • Waste Disposal Regulations

    New Hampshire waters, both coastal and inland, are designated as No Discharge Zones (NDZs). This means it is illegal to discharge any sewage, treated or untreated, from any vessel into the water. Vessels with marine toilets must have a marine sanitation device (MSD) that either stores waste for pump-out or treats it to a level approved for discharge outside NDZs.

01Do I need a boater education card to operate a boat in New Hampshire?
Yes, anyone 16 or older operating a motorboat over 25 horsepower or any personal watercraft on New Hampshire waters must hold a valid New Hampshire Safe Boating Certificate or an equivalent certificate the state recognizes.
02Are there age restrictions for operating a boat in New Hampshire?
Yes. Under 16, you can't operate a PWC at all. You can run a motorboat over 25 horsepower only with an adult 18 or older aboard who holds a valid Safe Boating Certificate, but a boat of 25 horsepower or less may be operated at any age, no certificate required.
03Can I rent a boat in New Hampshire without a boating license?
Most rental operators want either a valid boater education certificate or completion of a temporary boater safety checklist plus a review of local rules before handing over the keys. Confirm the specifics with the rental company before you show up.
04What are the typical boating seasons in New Hampshire?
May through October is the working season, with June, July, and August the peak. Spring and fall trade the crowds for cold water and cold air, great boating if you dress for it.
05Are there restrictions on personal watercraft (PWCs) in New Hampshire?
Yes. PWC operators must be 16 or older with a boater education certificate, and there are commonly limits on operating hours (sunrise to sunset, for instance) plus designated areas where PWCs are barred or held to no-wake speeds.
06Where can I find pump-out stations for my vessel?
Full-service marinas on the major lakes and along the seacoast are your best bet for pump-out stations. Check your charts or call marinas in the area you're headed to confirm availability and hours before you need one.

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