The Squam Lakes Natural Science Center in Holderness, New Hampshire is a place where families can spend the day exploring and learning about the outdoors and the wildlife that call the area home. The grounds feature the Kirkwood Gardens, mature forests, open meadows, and boardwalks that connect interactive natural exhibits home to several different native animal species, such as bobcats, river otters, raptors, mountain lions, black bears, and more. Visitors can do a self-guided tour of the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, including its hiking trails and animal exhibit trail, or take a ninety-minute Squam Lake Cruise.
23 Science Center Rd, Holderness, NH 03245, Phone: 603-968-7194
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