Canoeing in New Hampshire

Canoeing Trips in New Hampshire

Whatever kind of water you like to paddle, you can find it in New Hampshire! There are rivers, lakes, ocean, and islands for a break. And the scenery throughout the state is stunning! Check out all canoeing trips in New Hampshire for every level of canoeist. Whether you're looking for a guided trip, canoe rentals, self-guided, day trip, multi-day trip, or anything in between, there's a canoe trip in New Hampshire for you! If you've paddled New Hampshire before, be sure to share your trip with the rest of us!

Planning the trip of a lifetime? Check out these safe paddling tips and always wear your life jacket


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Guide to Canoeing in New Hampshire

New Hampshire has very scenic backdrops for paddling. So keep your eyes off your paddle and enjoy the beauty! Here are a few popular paddling destinations in New Hampshire:

  • Grafton Pond
  • Ammonoosuc River
  • Pemigewasset River

Canoeing Locations In New Hampshire

If you want to plot your own route, check out all paddling locations in New Hampshire! Search thousands of put-in and take-out locations on our Paddling Locations Map and be sure to download the Go Paddling app where you can save favorites or create and share a float plan!

Plan a Canoeing Trip in New Hampshire

Over the years, many of our paddlers have paddled throughout New Hampshire and were so generous to share their paddling experiences with us in a community trip report. Read a few examples of New Hampshire community trip reports below:

    Connect with Paddlers in New Hampshire

    Are you looking to connect with other paddlers about going canoeing in New Hampshire? Check out the Paddling.com Message Boards for resources to help you get started.