New Hampshire’s Crystal-Clear Gem Named One of the Best Swimming Lakes in the U.S.

If you've had it with lugging your kiddos and umbrellas to a not-so-great lake with gritty sand or too many tourists, good news, one of the very best swimming lakes in the country is right here, in New Hampshire.

And it’s not Winnipesaukee!

According to Readers Digest, Squam Lake earned it’s spot on their list of top 26 swimming lakes in the United States.

For me, it’s very easy to see why.  

Did you know that this gorgeous lake isn’t just gorgeous, it’s iconic? It’s sitting pretty in the heart of the states Lakes Region. It was even featured on the classic movie, On Golden Pond.

It has sparkling clean water and a shore that begs you to jump into it. Squam lake is the absolute most refreshing dip you’ll have.  

New Hampshire’s Squam Lake Just Beat Out the Competition, And It’s Easy to See Why

It’s a freshwater lake and isn’t overcrowded with tourists. It’s rare and serene. The boats are capped at 40 mph and even slower at night so the water will always be pretty still and serene for swimming, as per the article. 

Oh! And did I mention you can discover the hidden island coves? Oh yes, so many peaceful nooks to uncover. I love a good nook to cool off in.

You didn't think I would let you read this without seeing what it actually looks like, did you? Dive into this lovely video from Lakes Region NH Real Estate YouTube to get a real sense of how serene this lake truly is.

And it’s super easy to get to.  

There are many other lakes in New Hampshire that didn’t make the list because Squam stole the show, clearly.

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So when is comes to traveling to a lake with your family to take a dip and not be bugged by all the yuck, Squam is the place to be.

It’s even fun to say.. Squam..Squam..Squam.

Grab your floaties and you’ll thank me later.