Resources
Where to find information about lake-related topics.
This page compiles lake-related resources of potential interest to members of the public and LMAC representatives. For additional resources, please see the NHDES website or reach out to Nisa Marks, Watershed Coordinator, at nisa.m.marks@des.nh.gov or (603) 271-8811.
Lakes at least 10 acres in size are held by the state in public trust.
Public Access
Lakes at least 10 acres in size are held by the state in public trust. Public access sites vary and include both state-run and locally-managed boat trailer and cartop access sites.
Lake health relies on shoreland homeowners and responsible development.
Shoreland Protection
Lake health relies on shoreland homeowners and responsible development!
Protecting the water quality of our lakes.
Water Quality
Learn how to protect lakes and get more information about its water quality.
- NH LAKES' LakeSmart.
- Historical water quality data for a given lake: go to the Lake Mapper and search for the lake by name. Click on the lake, then select the data you are interested in.
- Available real-time data on river and lake levels in New Hampshire.
Other resources for lakes programs.
Other Resources
- Joint Lakes and Rivers Committees’ Recommendations for Comprehensive Surface Water Resource Management Policy
- For additional historical documents related to lakes management, contact riversprogram@des.nh.gov.