Description:
Located near Peterborough, this facility is named after the famous composer and concert pianist, Edward Alexander MacDowell. The 165-acre shallow lake and adjacent lands are managed by the State and the Corps of Engineers for hunting, fishing, and other recreational activities. A picturesque recreation area located next to the dam provides a picnic area with two group shelters, a swim beach, and hiking trails. (Call 603-924-3431 to reserve a group shelter.)

Directions:
From Nashua, US 3 to Exit 7, West on NH 101A and 101 to Peterborough, follow signs to dam, 4 miles West.

RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

• Biking
• Boating
• Educational
• Fishing
• Hiking
• Hunting
• Pets
• Picnic
• Water Sports
• Wildlife Viewing
• Winter Sports