The Lakes Region has long been famous for it's scenic drives along the shores of its pristine lakes, ponds and rivers. Take a peak on our Media website for detailed driving directions and maps of a few of our favorite Official New Hampshire Scenic and Cultural Byways Tours: Lakes Region Tour, Lake Sunapee Tour, River Heritage Tour, Currier and Ives Tour and the Canterbury Shaker Village Tour. For even more great drives, stop by our visitor center right off Exit 23 of I-93 in New Hampton and next to the Town Docks in Alton Bay on Route 11 or call us at (603) 744-8664.

M/S Mount Washington
Explore Lake Winnipesaukee and the surrounding mountains from aboard the magestic M/S Mount Washington for a Fall Foliage Cruise. The 230 foot motor ship has a capacity of 1250 passengers making it perfect for both large gatherings and romantic cruises. The Mount offers daytime scenic cruises, event dinner dance cruises and special theme cruises. She services five ports, Weirs Beach (main port), Center Harbor, Wolfeboro, Meredith and Alton Bay. www.cruisenh.com

Experience Squam Private Boat Excursions
Relax aboard a 21' Sea Ray Bow-Rider. Bask in the sun or stay shaded under the boat's canopy. Zoom fast around the lake or putter along. Anchor in quiet coves or off sandy beaches, swim or jump off the boat. Be daring and jump off infamous "Jumping Rock". View wildlife, tour historic Church Island and On Golden Pond movie sites. www.experiencesquam.com

Marinas and Boat Rentals
Rent and captain your own boat to tour the lakes at your leisure. The Lakes Region is home to many high-quality full service marinas with personal watercraft, pontoon boats, ski boats, fishing boats and cruisers available to turn this year's foliage viewing into an all day, weekend or vacation event! Explore the quiet coves, and islands or open her up for some real excitement. Marinas & Boat Rentals

Canoeing & Kayaking in the Lakes Region
There is nothing more relazing than a quiet paddle alone or with friends. Get up close to the region's wildlife on our lakes, rivers and ponds. Don't forget your camera! The Lakes Region has a large selection of outfits that rent, provide shuttles, and guide services for canoes, kayaks and tubes. Canoeing & Kayaks

Hiking & Nature Walks
Take in all the magesty that is the Lakes Region from one of our scenic peaks. Did you know that the Lakes Region is surrounded by mountain ranges? The views from the Lakes Region mountain tops are like no other - water, water and more mountain ranges in every direction. Spectacular lakes, colorful river valleys, quiet ponds and quaint villages. Wow! What a glorious way to see the fall colors. Hikes and Nature Walks  

Gondola & Tram Rides to the Top
Want the awesome view without the effort? The Loon Mountain Gondola (www.loonmt.com) and the Cannon Mountain Tram (www.cannonmt.com) run all summer and fall to their White Mountain summits. Want a leg up? Both mountains offer hiking trails from the summit.

ATV & Off Road Tours
See the back-country on Alpine Adventure's Summer Safari - a 6-wheel drive, 11 passenger army truck or on an All Terrain Vehicle at Heritage Farm. The Summer Safari tours feature incredible off-road capability and bucket seats for comfort and increased visibility along with a state of the art sound system to create a thrilling, as well as entertaining trip.

Heritage Farm has thousands of acres and miles of trails for your year-round enjoyment. Whether you are out for a quiet ride or to challenge the trail, they have the tour for you. Overnight and custom tours are available on request.

Watch the dirt fly or be part of it - the choice is yours. Either way, it's a fun way to see the fall colors fly by.