Ahern State Park Title

This park is unstaffed but is open to the public year-round at no charge. Gates are open from 7:00am to 6:30pm daily through fall.  Gates are closed during mud season.

Please be reminded that no comfort stations are available and all items (including trash) must be carried out with you when you leave.

Should an emergency arise during your visit, please call 911 for assistance. 


Ahern State Park spans 128 acres, with 3,500 feet of shoreline on Lake Winnisquam. The park was transferred to the state in November, 1994 as Governor's State Park, and renamed by statute in 1998.

Activities in the park include fishing, biking, and hiking.  There is adequate parking and easy water access for car top boating. A pit toilet is available. 

For information on beach advisories, please visit the State of New Hampshire, Department of Environmental Services website page on Beach Advisories.

Are pets allowed at Ahern State Park?
Pets are not permitted in the park. See NH State Parks Pets Policy for more information.