So where would you head on Winni?

JasonG · 03-17-2016, 09:18 AM

For years we have pretty much launched and done the same thing out of Meredith. Head down to weirs, maybe wolfeboro, putt around govenors island, paugus bay, etc

What am I missing up in center harbor, multonboro, alton? We just never really made it over there. Typically because it is easier to launch from the west side of the lake.

Keep in mind I have a few young teenagers and they like to get out, grab food ( who doesnt? ), etc. Anything like that in those areas? They love hitting weirs beach for the games, pizza, etc.

Thanks!

upthesaukee · 03-17-2016, 09:36 AM

Center Harbor has a little shops right near the docks, including Red Hill dairy, the ice cream place in a group of shops (can't remember the name), I think the Bagel place is still there, just to name a few. You get to go by Becky's Garden, a little rock island with a house on it. Always neat to see.
Moultonboro and Melvin Village not filled with boat accessible shops, but a wonderful ride, where you can get to the most Northern part of the lake, Lee's Mills, and Green's Basin.. Nice place for a slow cruise. Moultonboro Bay, Melvin Bay, can be good places to tube or just hang out. Go to the 19 mile store in 19 mile bay.
Seems like you have been in Wolfeboro.
Alton Bay: Pops Clam Shell, Shibley's at the Pier, Shibley's ice cream, JP China, Dockside restaurant (short walk from town docks), ice cream place in the Pavillion Condo's in the bay parking lot, Jay's mini-golf, and Fireworks on July 3rd and Old Home weekend Saturday night. The big booms echo and re-echo off the hills surrounding the end of the bay (our cat disappears for two days after the fireworks and we live a mile from the fireworks

),

Other than than, not much to see on the northern or eastern end of the lake.

We love getting out to the "other end of the lake" and then as the day is winding down, taking the nice leisurely cruise back home to Alton Bay.

Hope this helps, and enjoy your time on the lake, where ever it may be.

thinkxingu · 03-17-2016, 09:39 AM

What are you missing? I dunno, HALF the lake!

But seriously, the northern side is much quieter--nice watersport, fishing, and anchoring areas--but fewer "attractions."

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Slickcraft · 03-17-2016, 10:40 AM

Also in Alton Bay a paddle board shop that does rentals, next to the Alton Bay PO. Of course after that work out a short walk to Pop's Clam Shell.

dpg · 03-17-2016, 10:49 AM

I'm no boating expert but believe the Moultonborough "side" of the lake is also much more rocky, you need to be aware of your surroundings. I just hear that a lot, we're from Mboro and I've never boated "down" the other end.

Barney Bear · 03-17-2016, 10:50 AM

The character of this beautiful lake is quite different as one cruises areas east and north of Long Island. Pass through the the "Hole in the wall", then head north around the east side of Chase Island past Melvin Village and on into Green Basin. Follow the chart closely as navigating some areas can be most interesting!!!

Dave M · 03-17-2016, 11:20 AM

Pulled from another thread posted by me.

Years ago had my grandson's Cub Scout troop up our place camping out, had 6 or 7 kids. One day we took two boats up to Green's Basin and spent most of the day on the rock. Just found deepest water around the rock, drove up, other adults held boat while we unloaded coolers from the bow, luckily it was calm and anchored boat. Had floats and kids spent time going between boats and rock. Kids and adults had a blast. Rock was spit spot when we left. Just be aware of where your jumping.

You do have to pay attention to the markers. Just take your time getting there.
Nice area up there.

Dave M

Greene's Basin Girl · 03-19-2016, 10:07 AM

It is very rocky when you head up to Green's Basin. Make sure you have your chart handy or carefully follow your GPS.

Orion · 03-19-2016, 11:57 AM

......if I were you!"

All the novice boaters should stay south of Cow Island and not venture into Moultonborough Bay. Many boats venture north, but few return. There's The Graveyard, Bizer Rock, Black Island; Pistol Island Shoal; the 28' rock in 30' of water; the Chase Point wreck; and all manner of other navigation hazards.

It should be left to the experienced (surviving) residents of that area.

Bizer · 03-19-2016, 04:20 PM

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Originally Posted by upthesaukee

Center Harbor has a little shops right near the docks, ... I think the Bagel place is still there ...

The Bay Gull Deli (good bagel sandwiches) moved 3/4 mile and is not really within walking distance.

Bizer has a list of boat-accessible eating places and grocery stores on its web page.

upthesaukee · 03-19-2016, 05:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Bizer

The Bay Gull Deli (good bagel sandwiches) moved 3/4 mile and is not really within walking distance.

Bizer has a list of boat-accessible eating places and grocery stores on its web page.

Bizer, we were over there at lunch time last year, and ate on the boat (picnic lunch), went to the yarn shop, and then got ice cream for dessert. In the past we have done the Bagels for breakfast or early lunch. Forgot they moved. 3/4 of mile walk, not too bad. 3/4 mile along that highway, you're right, maybe not within easy walking distance.

ghfromaltonbay · 03-20-2016, 03:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bizer

The Bay Gull Deli (good bagel sandwiches) moved 3/4 mile and is not really within walking distance.

Bizer has a list of boat-accessible eating places and grocery stores on its web page.

I noticed while driving thru the area in February that Bay Gull is now located where Kevin's Café used to be.

JasonG · 03-20-2016, 04:16 PM

Thanks for the answers!
My awesome wifey and I could spend hours just touring around on the lake. It is the kids that get a bit restless. They want to go somewhere, tube, hit a sandbar, etc.

Rattlesnake Gal · 03-22-2016, 08:07 AM

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Originally Posted by JasonG

Thanks for the answers!
My awesome wifey and I could spend hours just touring around on the lake. It is the kids that get a bit restless. They want to go somewhere, tube, hit a sandbar, etc.

Drop the kiddos off at the Alton sandbar with floats and toys on your way to Alton Bay?!

hd333 · 03-22-2016, 10:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JasonG

For years we have pretty much launched and done the same thing out of Meredith. Head down to weirs, maybe wolfeboro, putt around govenors island, paugus bay, etc

What am I missing up in center harbor, multonboro, alton? We just never really made it over there. Typically because it is easier to launch from the west side of the lake.

Keep in mind I have a few young teenagers and they like to get out, grab food ( who doesnt? ), etc. Anything like that in those areas? They love hitting weirs beach for the games, pizza, etc.

Thanks!

Center Harbor.

Lavinia's is a good take for an early dinner in Center Harbor, I suggest eating in the bar. Take the kids to see the secret bar and tiny dinning room on the top. Then Dewey's for Ice Cream after. Directly across from the town docks. Both places have Adirondack chairs to lounge in.

Red Hill Dairy does have good fried clams and onion rings as well as soft-serve ice cream. You would be eating either on picnic tables or back on your boat.

Bay Gulls is a long walk from the docks.

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DBreskin · 03-24-2016, 05:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Bizer

The Bay Gull Deli (good bagel sandwiches) moved 3/4 mile and is not really within walking distance.

Everywhere is within walking distance if you have the time.

03-17-2016, 09:18 AM	#1
JasonG Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 310 Thanks: 48 Thanked 45 Times in 33 Posts	So where would you head on Winni? For years we have pretty much launched and done the same thing out of Meredith. Head down to weirs, maybe wolfeboro, putt around govenors island, paugus bay, etc What am I missing up in center harbor, multonboro, alton? We just never really made it over there. Typically because it is easier to launch from the west side of the lake. Keep in mind I have a few young teenagers and they like to get out, grab food ( who doesnt? ), etc. Anything like that in those areas? They love hitting weirs beach for the games, pizza, etc. Thanks!

03-17-2016, 09:36 AM	#2
upthesaukee Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Alton Bay Posts: 5,596 Blog Entries: 2 Thanks: 2,452 Thanked 1,979 Times in 1,080 Posts	Lots or "nots". Center Harbor has a little shops right near the docks, including Red Hill dairy, the ice cream place in a group of shops (can't remember the name), I think the Bagel place is still there, just to name a few. You get to go by Becky's Garden, a little rock island with a house on it. Always neat to see. Moultonboro and Melvin Village not filled with boat accessible shops, but a wonderful ride, where you can get to the most Northern part of the lake, Lee's Mills, and Green's Basin.. Nice place for a slow cruise. Moultonboro Bay, Melvin Bay, can be good places to tube or just hang out. Go to the 19 mile store in 19 mile bay. Seems like you have been in Wolfeboro. Alton Bay: Pops Clam Shell, Shibley's at the Pier, Shibley's ice cream, JP China, Dockside restaurant (short walk from town docks), ice cream place in the Pavillion Condo's in the bay parking lot, Jay's mini-golf, and Fireworks on July 3rd and Old Home weekend Saturday night. The big booms echo and re-echo off the hills surrounding the end of the bay (our cat disappears for two days after the fireworks and we live a mile from the fireworks ), Other than than, not much to see on the northern or eastern end of the lake. We love getting out to the "other end of the lake" and then as the day is winding down, taking the nice leisurely cruise back home to Alton Bay. Hope this helps, and enjoy your time on the lake, where ever it may be. __________________ I Live Here... I am always UPTHESAUKEE !!!!

03-17-2016, 10:50 AM	#6
Barney Bear Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 962 Thanks: 495 Thanked 273 Times in 174 Posts	"The Other Half" The character of this beautiful lake is quite different as one cruises areas east and north of Long Island. Pass through the the "Hole in the wall", then head north around the east side of Chase Island past Melvin Village and on into Green Basin. Follow the chart closely as navigating some areas can be most interesting!!!

03-17-2016, 11:20 AM	#7
Dave M Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 395 Thanks: 4 Thanked 26 Times in 24 Posts	Big rock in Green's Basin Pulled from another thread posted by me. Years ago had my grandson's Cub Scout troop up our place camping out, had 6 or 7 kids. One day we took two boats up to Green's Basin and spent most of the day on the rock. Just found deepest water around the rock, drove up, other adults held boat while we unloaded coolers from the bow, luckily it was calm and anchored boat. Had floats and kids spent time going between boats and rock. Kids and adults had a blast. Rock was spit spot when we left. Just be aware of where your jumping. You do have to pay attention to the markers. Just take your time getting there. Nice area up there. Dave M

03-19-2016, 11:57 AM	#9
Orion Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Cow Island Posts: 914 Thanks: 602 Thanked 193 Times in 91 Posts	I would turn back...... ......if I were you!" All the novice boaters should stay south of Cow Island and not venture into Moultonborough Bay. Many boats venture north, but few return. There's The Graveyard, Bizer Rock, Black Island; Pistol Island Shoal; the 28' rock in 30' of water; the Chase Point wreck; and all manner of other navigation hazards. It should be left to the experienced (surviving) residents of that area.

03-17-2016, 09:39 AM	#3
thinkxingu Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Posts: 6,209 Thanks: 1,167 Thanked 2,048 Times in 1,271 Posts	What are you missing? I dunno, HALF the lake! But seriously, the northern side is much quieter--nice watersport, fishing, and anchoring areas--but fewer "attractions." Sent from my XT1528 using Tapatalk

03-17-2016, 10:40 AM	#4
Slickcraft Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Welch Island and The Taylor Community Posts: 3,296 Thanks: 1,222 Thanked 2,080 Times in 952 Posts	Also in Alton Bay a paddle board shop that does rentals, next to the Alton Bay PO. Of course after that work out a short walk to Pop's Clam Shell.

03-17-2016, 10:49 AM	#5
dpg Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 2,591 Thanks: 150 Thanked 229 Times in 166 Posts	I'm no boating expert but believe the Moultonborough "side" of the lake is also much more rocky, you need to be aware of your surroundings. I just hear that a lot, we're from Mboro and I've never boated "down" the other end.

03-19-2016, 10:07 AM	#8
Greene's Basin Girl Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Moultonborough, NH Posts: 1,515 Thanks: 394 Thanked 527 Times in 269 Posts	It is very rocky when you head up to Green's Basin. Make sure you have your chart handy or carefully follow your GPS.

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03-20-2016, 04:16 PM	#13
JasonG Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 310 Thanks: 48 Thanked 45 Times in 33 Posts	Thanks for the answers! My awesome wifey and I could spend hours just touring around on the lake. It is the kids that get a bit restless. They want to go somewhere, tube, hit a sandbar, etc.