Roberts Cove/Plum Island

Leoskeys · 07-17-2018, 12:23 AM

We anchored here on Sunday to swim. Saw a dock on Plum Island with a tent off the eastern side. Whats the story there? Does someone own the island?

DBreskin · 07-17-2018, 06:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Leoskeys

Does someone own the island?

I assume every island on the lake is owned by somebody.

upthesaukee · 07-17-2018, 08:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Leoskeys

We anchored here on Sunday to swim. Saw a dock on Plum Island with a tent off the eastern side. Whats the story there? Does someone own the island?

Yes, private property. Also there is a floating loon nest just off the south side of the island (left side looking out toward the main part of the lake).

Dave

Seaplane Pilot · 07-17-2018, 11:11 AM

http://gis.vgsi.com/altonnh/Parcel.aspx?Pid=1795

Leoskeys · 07-17-2018, 07:33 PM

Yes, saw a couple adult loons and baby loon chick near the nest Sunday.

StevenGilford · 10-15-2018, 01:57 PM

Is it ok to step on the island as there is no signage prohibiting it?

mcdude · 10-15-2018, 02:51 PM

Looks like maybe it was purchased by Camp Brookwoods in 2000?

StevenGilford · 10-16-2018, 10:47 AM

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Looks like maybe it was purchased by Camp Brookwoods in 2000?

I reached out to the camp. They say the island is posted as No Trespassing.

gravy boat · 10-16-2018, 07:37 PM

When in doubt, it's good to assume an island property is privately owned and not open to uninvited visitors. Just like the mainland. I believe - and someone please correct me if this is wrong - but there are a few island properties owned by entities and allow public or member access.

But there isn't much public access so again, assume it's private and you would be trespassing if you go on shore.

KPW · 10-16-2018, 07:48 PM

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When in doubt, it's good to assume an island property is privately owned and not open to uninvited visitors. Just like the mainland. I believe - and someone please correct me if this is wrong - but there are a few island properties owned by entities and allow public or member access.

But there isn't much public access so again, assume it's private and you would be trespassing if you go on shore.

In New Hampshire, you are only trespassing if it is posted.

07-17-2018, 12:23 AM	#1
Leoskeys Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Lakes Region Posts: 148 Thanks: 134 Thanked 27 Times in 21 Posts	Roberts Cove/Plum Island We anchored here on Sunday to swim. Saw a dock on Plum Island with a tent off the eastern side. Whats the story there? Does someone own the island?

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mcdude Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Rock Haven Lake - West Newfield, ME Posts: 5,367 Thanks: 374 Thanked 1,057 Times in 495 Posts	Looks like maybe it was purchased by Camp Brookwoods in 2000? __________________

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gravy boat Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Gilford year round, West Alton summers Posts: 594 Thanks: 601 Thanked 203 Times in 102 Posts	Assume island property is privately owned When in doubt, it's good to assume an island property is privately owned and not open to uninvited visitors. Just like the mainland. I believe - and someone please correct me if this is wrong - but there are a few island properties owned by entities and allow public or member access. But there isn't much public access so again, assume it's private and you would be trespassing if you go on shore.

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