Silver Lake

The unincorporated settlement of Silver Lake is situated near the northern end of Silver Lake in the American town of Madison, Carroll County, New Hampshire. North of the settlement is Joy Farm, the vacation residence of E. E. Cummings and a National Historic Landmark.

There are three public beaches in Silver Lake, but few tourists are aware of them. Swimming is permitted at Nichols Beach, Monument Beach, and Kennett Beach, all of which are public and have crystal-clear water for both swimming and snorkeling.

It's typical to see sailboats, canoes, and kayaks; you can rent a kayak or a paddleboard; jet skis are not allowed. At the lake's southernmost point lies the boat launch. With smallmouth bass, pickerel, lake trout, rainbow trout, and whitefish, the fishing is great.

The open cars of the Silver Lake Railroad, which leave from the village of Silver Lake's historic depot, offer tours of the lake's shoreline and the nearby nature reserve. For those who can handle the chilly weather, ice fishing is also popular during the winter.

Location: Madison, Carroll, New Hampshire