Offering year-round outdoor recreational facilities at the Gunstock Mountain Resort, Gilford, NH is a popular weekend getaway for outdoor enthusiasts. In summer you can enjoy camping, fishing, hiking, biking and more while winter offers the full gamut of exciting snow sports. Ellacoya State Park also offers a range of outdoor recreational facilities including boating, canoeing and kayaking.
Gilford is a 1 hour from Portsmouth (53.6 miles via NH-16 N and NH-11 W).
If you decide to stay for the weekend, book a room at the Fireside Inn & Suites at Lake Winnipesaukee or the Gunstock Inn & Suites.
Attend a concert at Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion
Formerly known as Meadowbrook, the Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion is a stunning indoor/outdoor amphitheatre, scenically located right on the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee (video). Today the pavilion can seat 9,000 avid concert-goers and is the prime concert venue in New England, as well as being named as one of the best concert venues in the U.S.
Address: Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion, 72 Meadowbrook Lane, Gilford, NH 03249, Phone: 603-293-4700
Go skiing at Gunstock Mountain Resort
Primarily a ski resort, Gunstock Mountain Resort boasts an excellent selection of exciting snow sports including tubing, a thrilling Mountain Coaster, Cross Country, ski lessons and three terrain parks. In summer you can visit to enjoy great hiking trails, camping, biking, fishing and scenic lift rides.
Address: Gunstock Mountain Resort, 719 Cherry Valley Road, Gilford, NH 03249, Phone: 603-293-4341
Have lunch at Patrick’s Pub and Eatery
Since 1987 Patrick’s Pub and Eatery has been a popular meeting place for Gilford locals and their visitors. The pub is open daily and hosts regular live entertainment.
Address: Patrick’s Pub and Eatery, 18 Weirs Rd, Gilford, NH 03249, Phone: 603-293-0841
Dine at Ellacoya Bar and Grill
Located in a historic old barn which dates back to 1843, the Ellacoya Bar and Grill extends a warm welcome to guests. The barn provides the ideal rustic yet welcoming ambiance and the food is an electric mix of fresh and delicious flavors and textures.
Address: Ellacoya Bar and Grill, 2667 Lakeshore Rd, Gilford, NH 03219, Phone: 603-293-8700
Purchase fresh produce at Beans and Greens Farm
Founded 30 years ago by local dairy farmers Andy and Martina Howe, Beans and Greens Farm has been supplying the Gilford community with premium quality, freshly harvested produce. In fall you can visit the pumpkin patch and bring the kids to enjoy the corn maze.
Address: 245 Intervale Rd, Gilford, NH 03249, 603 293 2853
Challenge yourself at Hour House Escape Room
Hour House Escape Room in Gilford is designed to offer an hour of challenging entertainment for everyone over the age of 15 (or over 5 accompanied by an adult). There are 3 escape rooms to choose from.
Address: Hour House Escape Room, 401 Gilford Ave, Suite 103, Gilford, NH 03249, 603 707 1254
