Elmer G. Raymond Park park
Elmer G. Raymond Park
One of the main reasons to visit Elmer G. Raymond Park is its scenic beauty. The park features miles of hiking trails, fishing spots, and picnic areas, as well as a beach and boat launch for swimming and boating. Visitors can also enjoy stunning views of the nearby White Mountains and Lake Winnipesaukee.
Specific points of interest to see at the park include the historic Winnipesaukee River Trail, which follows the path of an old railway line, and the scenic views from the top of the Mount Major hiking trail. The park is also home to a variety of wildlife, including black bears, moose, and bald eagles.
Interesting facts about the area include that the park is named after Elmer G. Raymond, a local businessman and philanthropist who donated the land to the state of New Hampshire in the 1950s. The park has also been used as a filming location for several movies and TV shows, including the classic film "On Golden Pond."
The best time of year to visit Elmer G. Raymond Park depends on the activities you are interested in. In the summer months, visitors can enjoy swimming, boating, and hiking, while the fall offers stunning foliage views. Winter visitors can enjoy cross-country skiing and snowshoeing on the park's trails.
Overall, Elmer G. Raymond Park is a must-visit destination for anyone visiting the state of New Hampshire. With its natural beauty, recreational activities, and interesting history, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
Park & land designation reference
A quick legend for the federal and state land categories Snoflo tracks. Each designation comes with different rules around access, recreation, and resource extraction.
- National Park
- Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
- State Park
- Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
- Local Park
- Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
- Wilderness Area
- The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized motorized access permitted.
- National Recreation Area
- Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing, often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes); may allow more development.
- National Conservation Area (BLM)
- BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
- State Forest
- State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
- Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
- Vast federal lands managed for mixed use -- recreation, grazing, mining, conservation -- with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.
Plan your visit down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Area campgrounds
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within reach of Elmer G. Raymond Park, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windham Town Forest Tent Platforms | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Grotonwood | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Camp Evergreen | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, fishing spots, and POIs so a park visit can grow into a full weekend.
Responsible recreation & Leave No Trace
- Know before you go
- Check the operator's site for hours, permit requirements, seasonal closures, and fire restrictions before heading out.
- Stay on trail
- Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation, prevent erosion, and avoid disturbing wildlife habitat.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and store food securely if camping is permitted on-site.
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Carry out all trash, food scraps, and gear. Many parks have limited or no trash service.
- Leave what you find
- Don't take rocks, plants, or artifacts. They make the park what it is for the next visitor.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Elmer G. Raymond Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, freezing temperatures, fire-restriction days), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Elmer G. Raymond Park
What can I do at Elmer G. Raymond Park?
Most Snoflo-tracked parks support hiking, picnicking, and wildlife viewing. Check the operator's site for activity-specific rules (camping, fishing, paddling, hunting).
How fresh is the weather data?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from NOAA / yr.no. Streamflow comes live from USGS streamgauges.
When is the best time to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation.
How do I get to Elmer G. Raymond Park?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the park.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this park, set a threshold (temperature, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other parks near here
Snoflo-tracked parks within driving distance of Elmer G. Raymond Park.