Access Site
NH
Magalloway Bridge Access
First Connecticut Lake • Connecticut River
Source: new_hampshire_office_of_energy_and_planning Updated 1 year ago
City: Pittsburg, NH
County: Coos County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 45.09069835, -71.28749210
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Capon Brook at VT 102, near Canaan, VT
9.8 mi away
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About This Access Site
The First Connecticut Lake Dam and Boat Launch is a well-developed public access site located in Pittsburg, NH, along US Route 3. This concrete boat ramp is 20 feet wide and offers convenient access to First Connecticut Lake. The facility includes ample parking for vehicles and trailers, restrooms, picnic tables, and a beach area. It's managed by Great River Hydro and serves as a key access point for the Connecticut River Paddlers Trail, which offers camping and paddling opportunities throughout the region.
In addition to the main concrete ramp near the dam, a smaller gravel launch is available just north of the dam near Stewart Young Road, providing an alternative for smaller watercraft or lighter use. The site is suitable for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats, with fishing and paddling being popular activities on First Connecticut Lake. For more information or specific questions about current conditions and access policies, contact Great River Hydro at 603-538-7855 or 3024 N. Main Street, Pittsburg, NH 03592.
In addition to the main concrete ramp near the dam, a smaller gravel launch is available just north of the dam near Stewart Young Road, providing an alternative for smaller watercraft or lighter use. The site is suitable for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats, with fishing and paddling being popular activities on First Connecticut Lake. For more information or specific questions about current conditions and access policies, contact Great River Hydro at 603-538-7855 or 3024 N. Main Street, Pittsburg, NH 03592.