**DATE: Jul 17, 2026 to Jul 19, 2026**
*Camping*	Camping, Hiking and Paddling Weekend Meeting Time: 2:00 PM Event Coordinator: gsgraham-stephens Errol, NH Max # People: 12 Trip Guiding / Event Fee: No, I will not be asking participants for money Difficulty Level: Easy
SUMMARY: Come for a weekend getaway to Umbagog Lake State Park, one of New Hampshire’s most scenic and peaceful state parks. Located on the southern shore of Umbagog Lake and bordering the Umbagog National Wildlife Refuge, the park offers wide-open water access, excellent paddling, and outstanding wildlife viewing. The lake’s calm bays and open stretches make it ideal for paddleboarding, canoeing, and kayaking. Come for the day or stay for the whole weekend. You can camp, paddle, swim, hike, wildlife watch, or simply unplug. I’ll be out on the water paddleboarding throughout the weekend and will offer an introduction to paddleboarding on Saturday. Bring your own gear or a SUP, canoe, or kayak if you prefer. Canoe and kayak rentals may be available through the park, call ahead to confirm. Geography: Umbagog Lake State Park is located in northern New Hampshire along Route 26 in Errol, adjacent to the Umbagog National Wildlife Refuge. The park is also known for exceptionally dark night skies, making it a great spot for stargazing. Facilities: The park offers a campground, beach area for swimming, public boat launch, marina, park store, restrooms, and a visitor center. The campground is pet-friendly and supports both day use and overnight stays. More Information: https://www.nhstateparks.org/find-parks-trails/umbagog-lake-state-park https://newhampshirestateparks.reserveamerica.com/camping/umbagog-lake-state-park/r/campgroundDetails.do?contractCode=NH&parkId=270082
Driving directions to the location and spot to meet at: Umbagog Lake State Park Address: NH-26, Errol, NH 03579 GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude): 44.7480 N, 71.0562 W Directions: From I-93 northbound (from southern New Hampshire or Massachusetts): Take I-93 north to Exit 35 in Littleton, NH. Follow signs for US Route 302 east toward Berlin. Continue on Route 302 through Carroll and Twin Mountain to the junction with Route 16 north. Take Route 16 north through Gorham and Errol. In Errol, turn left onto Route 26 west briefly, then turn right onto Diamond Road. Follow Diamond Road to Umbagog Lake State Park. From I-95 northbound (from Maine): Take I-95 north to Exit 102 in Augusta, ME. Follow Route 3 west toward Bethel. In Bethel, turn right onto Route 5 north, then continue to Andover, ME. Pick up Route 120 west to Route 26 west. Follow Route 26 into Errol, NH. Turn right onto Diamond Road and continue to the park entrance. From Gorham, NH: Take Route 16 north approximately 25 miles to Errol. In Errol, turn left onto Route 26 west, then make an immediate right onto Diamond Road. Follow Diamond Road directly to Umbagog Lake State Park. Get driving directions from Google Maps