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What you are reading: Things to Do in Gilford, New Hampshire This Weekend
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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.
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