The town is set on the northwest shore of Lake Sunapee, a lake so clear it's still used as drinking water. The name is actually from Algonquin Indian words "suna," meaning goose, and "apee," meaning lake. The Indians called the area Goose Lake because it was a favorite spot of wild geese. Sunapee includes the village of George's Mills.
Things to do in Sunapee
AVA Gallery and Art Center
Year round exhibits of NH and VT artists and art education for all ages. Located in Lebanon. Call 603-448-3117 for more information.
11 Bank Street, Sunapee / New London Area, NH
Bob Skinner's Ski and Sport Shop
Biking equipment - Rentals. Located on Route 103. Call 603-763-2302 for more information.
Canterbury Shaker Village
Experience Utopia - guided tours, exhibitions, craft demos, and dining at an award winning restaurant, the Creamery Call 603-783-9511 for more information.
288 Shaker Road, Sunapee / New London Area, NH
Hood Museum of Art
Features American, European, Oceanic ancient and contemporary art. Located on Wheelock Street in Hanover. Call 603-646-2808 for more information.
Hopkins Center
Performing and Creative Arts center. Theater, music and films from world class artists and Dartmouth student ensembles. Located on lower level of Wilson Hall in Hanover. Call 603-646-2422 for more information.
Lake Sunapee Country Club
Located on Route 114 in New London. Call 603-526-6040 for more information.
Lake Sunapee Fishing Tours
14 Depot Street, Sunapee / New London Area, NH
Library Arts Center / Richards Free Library
Changing exhibits of fine arts, crafts and history; open year round Tuesday - Saturday 11am - 4pm; Call 603-863-3040 for more information.
58 Main Street, Sunapee / New London Area, NH
Mount Sunapee
"Where families get closer". Downhill and Snowboarding from beginners to experts. Special events throughout the ski season; 60 trails and 10 lifts. Call 603-763-2356 for more information.
Mt Kearsage Indian Museum
New Hampshire's only museum devoted to Native American culture. Guided Tours are given. , Open daily May - October & weekends November & December. Located on Kearsage Mt Road in Warner. Call 603-456-3422 for more information.
Mt. Sunapee State Park
This major recreation area in the Dartmouth-Lake Sunapee Region offers year-round activities. In the winter, alpine skiing is available at Mt. Sunapee Resort, owned by the state of New Hampshire and managed by the Okemo Mountain Resort. Enjoy hiking, swimming, picnicking, boating, fishing and swimming in the summer/fall months. The campground now offers 5 lean-to sites for family camping. Mt. Sunapee State Beach is situated about a mile from the campground and offers many amenities. Mt. Sunapee State Park is open daily from mid-June to Labor Day. Located off Route 103 in Newbury. Call 603-763-5561 for more information.
MV Kearsage Dinner Boat
Enjoy a 2 hour cruise around Lake Sunapee while indulging in a sumptuous Buffet. Operating Memorial Day - Columbus Day Located at Sunapee Harbor. Call 603-763-4030 for more information.
New London Barn Playhouse
Summer stock theater-June - early September Call 603-526-4631 for more information.
290 Main Street, Sunapee / New London Area, NH
Newport Opera House
Home to a great variety of music and theater productions Call 603-863-2412 for more information.
20 Main Street, Sunapee / New London Area, NH
Pat's Peak
Downhill, tubing, night skiing from beginners to experts; 21 trails and 8 lifts. Located in Henniker. Call 603-428-3245 for more information.
Ragged Mountain
Downhill, snowboarding, tubing from beginners to experts; 50 trails and 9 lifts. Located in Danbury. Call 603-768-3600 for more information.
Sunapee Harbor
newly created Riverwalk offers an interesting and scenic stroll. Beginning at the Harbor, a natural path passes the old Town Hall, which dates back to the 19th century, and follows the rushing falls downhill to Coffin Park, next to the new Town Hall.
Sunapee Historical Society Museum
Exhibits feature memorabilia from the steamboat and grand hotel era and artifacts from Sunapee's industrial history. Call for current admission rates. Located at Sunapee Harbor. Call 603-763-9157 for more information.
The Fells: John Hay Estate and Gardens
Open year round. Nature trails. House tours available from Memorial Day to Columbus Day. Located off Route 103A in Newbury. Call 603-763-4789 for more information.