Guide To Fishing At Merrymeeting Lake

AKA: Merrymeeting Lake Boat Access Area

Clear, cold water makes Merrymeeting Lake an excellent fishery for smallmouth bass, landlocked salmon, trout and chain pickerel. This is an 1,100-acre lake, with over 10 miles of shoreline, in the east-central part of the state, 2 miles north of New Durham.

Available Fish Species
Amenities
Today's Weather & Forecast
Boat Launch Ramps
Campgrounds & RV Parks
Map
Lake Video
Contact Info

The Merrymeeting Lake Boat Access Area and the Merrymeeting public ramp are open to the public for launching everything from a kayak to a pontoon boat. Much of the lakeshore is populated with homes and boat docks, but adventurous anglers can find areas to fish from the bank.

What to fish for...

Fishing for smallmouth bass, rainbow trout, lake trout, bluegill, Atlantic salmon and chain pickerel at Merrymeeting Lake in New Hampshire.

Primary fish species residing in Merrymeeting Lake

Click images for fishing tips and details about each species.

Merrymeeting Lake Amenities

Marina: YES
Boat Rental: NO
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: NEARBY
RV Hookups: NEARBY
Lodging: NEARBY
Convenience Store: NEARBY
Bait & Tackle: NEARBY
Restaurant: NEARBY

Today's Weather & Forecast

Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Merrymeeting Public Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southwest corner of the lake, off Merrymeeting Road, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and gravel parking.

Click here for a New Hampshire Fishing License.