Ahern State Park Beach

Laconia · Lakes Region

Ahern State Park Beach is a relaxed freshwater option with forested park access and lake swimming on Winnisquam.

Key facts

Swimming

Freshwater beach swimming

Access

State park beach access

Parking

Limited

Trip profile

Difficulty

Reward

Risk

Good fit, skip, and before you go

Good fit

quick swims
lake days
families

Skip

you want solitude
windy lake conditions
you need wilderness seclusion

Before you go

  • Check local beach rules before heading out.
  • Expect more people on summer weekends.
  • Bring sun protection for exposed shoreline sections.
  • Use only public beach access points.
  • Lake conditions can change with weather and boat traffic.