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Ellacoya State Park

280 Scenic Drive
Gilford, NH 03246
Phone: 603-293-7821

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Ellacoya State Park is located in Gilford on the southwest shore of Lake Winnipesaukee, New Hampshire's largest lake. The 600-foot long sandy beach, with views across the lake to the Sandwich and Ossipee mountains, is a great place to spend with the family for a full day of swimming and picnicking. The campground includes 37 sites available by reservation only, and offers three-way hook-ups. Tents are not allowed at the RV park. Pets are not allowed in the RV campground or in other areas of the park. Ellacoya State Park Campground Information.

Planning an Outing?

Ellacoya State Park is a great location to hold a family reunion, corporate outing, wedding, and more. For more information, check out our Outings in State Parks page.

Operating Schedule

Facilities: Weekends only from May 28 - June 13; Daily June 18 - September 6. Hours: Monday - Friday: 9am - 5pm; Saturdays & Sundays: 8:30am - 6pm. Campground: May 28 through October 11. State Park lands are always open for recreation, please be reminded that comfort stations might not always be available.

Fees

Admission is $4 for adults; $2 for children ages 6-11; children ages 5 and under and NH residents age 65 and over are admitted free. Season passes are available.

Are pets allowed at Ellacoya State Park?

Pets are not permitted in the park. See the NH State Parks Pets Policy for more information.

Keep Your Parks Clean

Through the Carry-In/Carry-Out Program, you can help us keep your parks clean and beautiful by carrying out whatever you carry in. Thank you for your cooperation and remember to recycle.

Beach Advisories

For listings of current advisories, please visit the State of New Hampshire, Department of Environmental Services Beach Advisories website page.

Accessibility

Access for Persons with Disabilities

Please contact the park office directly for information regarding disability access needs.