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The picturesque New England town awaits your visit. Enjoy all the fun of Newfound Lake and throw in some local flavor with restaurants and Wellington State Park. In the Winter, enjoy snowmobiling, cross country skiing, and snow shoeing. Bristol is the ideal place to get out and do something.
7 locals recommend
Bristol
The picturesque New England town awaits your visit. Enjoy all the fun of Newfound Lake and throw in some local flavor with restaurants and Wellington State Park. In the Winter, enjoy snowmobiling, cross country skiing, and snow shoeing. Bristol is the ideal place to get out and do something.
Sightseeing
Enjoy every bit of NH nature with a cruise through Wellington State park.
38 locals recommend
Wellington State Park
614 W Shore RdEnjoy every bit of NH nature with a cruise through Wellington State park.
Known as one of the cleanest lakes in New England. Grab your beach gear and head over for a day in the sunshine.
32 locals recommend
Newfound Lake
South Shore DriveKnown as one of the cleanest lakes in New England. Grab your beach gear and head over for a day in the sunshine.
White Mountain National Forest
71 White Mountain DriveGrab that one thing you forgot or enjoy some ice cream in the summer sun. Shackett’s has all the basics covered and is easily accessible from the LakeView Lodge.
7 locals recommend
Shackett's Store
256 W Shore RdGrab that one thing you forgot or enjoy some ice cream in the summer sun. Shackett’s has all the basics covered and is easily accessible from the LakeView Lodge.
Food scene
Stop in for a taco, burrito, and margarita. This new local spot has become the talk of the town. If you're in the mood for an appetizer go for the guac and enjoy the conversation with friends.
15 locals recommend
Cielito Mexican Restaurant
50 S Main StStop in for a taco, burrito, and margarita. This new local spot has become the talk of the town. If you're in the mood for an appetizer go for the guac and enjoy the conversation with friends.
Beer, Beer, and more beer. Stop by Shackett's for some locally crafted brews. They brew up some great ales and New England Style IPA's. Grab a gowler for the road or stay in and taste.
7 locals recommend
Shacketts Brewing Company
26 Central SquareBeer, Beer, and more beer. Stop by Shackett's for some locally crafted brews. They brew up some great ales and New England Style IPA's. Grab a gowler for the road or stay in and taste.
Grab a cup of joe and a breakfast sandwich from this local favortie to power up your day.
8 locals recommend
The Purple Pit Coffee Lounge
28 Central SquareGrab a cup of joe and a breakfast sandwich from this local favortie to power up your day.
Dunkin'
318 Summer StIn case you run on Dunkin.
Ok, let's talk pizza. By far the tops of the town is Bristol House of Pizza. Get any kind anyway. They also have a killer Buffalo Chicken Calzone. People have been know to drive hours to get one. Pro Tip: Order takeout on busy nights as delivery can take some time.
7 locals recommend
Bristol House of Pizza
115 Lake StOk, let's talk pizza. By far the tops of the town is Bristol House of Pizza. Get any kind anyway. They also have a killer Buffalo Chicken Calzone. People have been know to drive hours to get one. Pro Tip: Order takeout on busy nights as delivery can take some time.
Ok, this is a little bit of a drive (30-40 mins with good road conditions) but we had to throw it in our guidebook because it's been regarded as one of the best sandwiches in the world (by us). Order up your favorite made to order sandwhich or go with a house classic. The Rueben Balboa (DO NOT ORDER RYE BREAD) is toasted sandwhich perfection. Pro Tip: Order anything as a "balboa" and the sandwhich will come in sub form and be toasted. This isn't your neighborhood Quiznos.
24 locals recommend
Biederman's Deli
83 Main StOk, this is a little bit of a drive (30-40 mins with good road conditions) but we had to throw it in our guidebook because it's been regarded as one of the best sandwiches in the world (by us). Order up your favorite made to order sandwhich or go with a house classic. The Rueben Balboa (DO NOT ORDER RYE BREAD) is toasted sandwhich perfection. Pro Tip: Order anything as a "balboa" and the sandwhich will come in sub form and be toasted. This isn't your neighborhood Quiznos.
Recap the night with some scrambled eggs and a solid cup of joe.
7 locals recommend
Gilly's Breakfast & Lunch
322 Lake StRecap the night with some scrambled eggs and a solid cup of joe.
Stop in for some good old homemade deserts or provisions. A unique place with a New Hampshire feel.
Cardigan Country Store & Orchard Bistro
231 Lake StStop in for some good old homemade deserts or provisions. A unique place with a New Hampshire feel.
Skiing
Shred all day at Ragged. Just 20 minutes from the LakeView Lodge.
Ragged Mountain Resort
620 Ragged Mountain RoadTenney Mountain Resort
151 Tenney Mountain RdGunstock Mountain Resort
719 Cherry Valley RdLoon Mountain Resort
60 Loon Mountain RdWaterville Valley Resort
1 Ski Area RdGolf
Den Brae Golf Course
80 Prescott RdLochmere Country Club
360 Laconia RdWhite Mountain Country Club
3 Country Club DriveCity advice
Book before you go
Book a pontoon boat at West Shore Marina
Grab some time with the family on one of the friendliest lakes in New England. Give West Shore Marina a call or book online. All rates vary by date.