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 RV Campground includes 37 sites available by reservation only, and offers three-way hook-ups.
Tents are not allowed at the RV park. Click here for Ellacoya State Park campground information.
Dates and times are weather dependent and subject to change without notice. For up to date hours, please call the park directly.
| Fee |
Operating Hours |
Adults: $5
Children (6-11): $2 |
Open: 5/13/22 - 9/18/2022, weekends only after 9/5/2022
9am-6pm (gates close at 7 p.m.)
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This park is always open for recreation unless otherwise posted. During off hours and the off-season the park is typically not staffed, comfort stations are not available and gates may be closed. The off-season poses unique risks inherent when participating in outdoor recreational activities. Recreationists should possess the necessary knowledge, skill, and equipment to ensure their own safety. Users assume all risk while recreating in State Park lands.
Fees
Admission is $5 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. When park is unstaffed during the season, please use Iron Ranger (self-serve paystation).
RV Campground
The RV Campground includes 37 sites available by reservation only, and offers three-way hook-ups. The campground is open for reservable stays from May 13 through October 31.
Tents are not allowed at the RV park. View Campground Map
| Operating Dates |
Office Hours |
Camping Rate Per Night |
Open May 13
Closed Oct. 31 |
Daily: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Fri: til 9 p.m. |
$47 per rig (water/electric/sewer hookups)
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RV Park Reservations
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 and see a complete listing and photos of all our State Park Pavilions and Group Use Areas.
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.
Visit our Accessibility for All webpage at
www.nhstateparks.org/news-events/accessibility. For more information on specific accessibilty needs or questions, please contact the individual park office directly.
| Notice: Drone Use is Restricted |
 Drone use is restricted at all NH State Parks. Drone operators are not permitted to take off or land within NH State Park boundaries. |