Access Site
NH
Saltmarsh Pond
City: Gilford, NH
County: Belknap County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 43.53000184, -71.41851431
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Location
Interactive access map
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Winnipesaukee River at Tilton, NH
6.5 mi away
Merrimack River at Franklin Junction, NH
8.6 mi away
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
About This Access Site
Saltmarsh Pond offers a concrete boat ramp located at the north end of the pond in Saltmarsh Pond State Forest, accessible via Saltmarsh Pond Road. This is a single-lane ramp approximately 10 feet wide, suitable for launching kayaks, canoes, and trailered boats. The pond is designated as a **no-wake area**, making it ideal for paddlers seeking calm water conditions and a peaceful paddling experience.
Parking is available at the launch site on a first-come, first-served basis. There are no restroom facilities at this access point. For current conditions, regulations, or additional information about the site, contact the New Hampshire Fish & Game Department at 603-271-3511. The pond is located in Belknap County near Gilford, with nearby recreation opportunities including Franklin Falls Dam and the Pemigewasset River corridor.
Parking is available at the launch site on a first-come, first-served basis. There are no restroom facilities at this access point. For current conditions, regulations, or additional information about the site, contact the New Hampshire Fish & Game Department at 603-271-3511. The pond is located in Belknap County near Gilford, with nearby recreation opportunities including Franklin Falls Dam and the Pemigewasset River corridor.
Nearby Recreation Areas
Franklin Falls Dam
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