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Elm Brook Park is a day-use area located on Elm Brook Pool just off State Route 127 near Concord, New Hampshire.
Elm Brook Pool is part of Hopkinton-Everett Lakes, where visitors enjoy a wide variety of recreational opportunities, including boating, swimming, hiking and fishing.
The park is situated among rolling hills on the shores of Elk Brook Pool. Acres of open lawns cover the park, and stands of mature hardwood trees offer pleasant shade and wildlife habitat. The park also contains a natural wetland.
Elm Brook Park offers plenty of activities for visitors of all ages. Many enjoy canoeing and kayaking on the lake and Contoocook River, and a boat ramp and accessible fishing dock are available at the park.
Walleye, brook trout, sunfish and pickerel can be found in abundance in the lake, making it a popular place for anglers.
A 1.5-mile interpretive trail winds through the park. Hikers are treated to views of wetlands and uplands, both with a wide diversity of natural habitats. A multi-use trail system is located nearby at Hopkinton-Everett Reservoir.
For model airplane enthusiasts, a flying field is available.
The park offers four large group picnic shelters with tables and grills. Over 100 family picnic sites are also available on a first come, first served basis. Flush toilets and drinking water are provided.
Amenities at this family-friendly park include a swimming area with a great beach, a playground area, horseshoe pits, a basketball court, ball field and an elevated wildlife-viewing platform.
The park is staffed by uniformed park rangers who offer special programs on a variety of nature topics throughout the season. Each summer, rangers also present a very popular Junior Ranger program.
Take I-89 to exit 6 and follow the signs to Elm Brook Park.
Decent park with nice beach. Water was pretty dirty though. Park grounds are great for family gatherings. Some pavilions for rent.
Many covered pavilion areas with lots of picnic tables. A great place for large groups of people too. Lots of sun, green grass and shady areas. There is a swimming area but it is set far away from the park.
My personal favorite swimming hole with built in charcoal grills in the picnic areas for everyone's disposal. 1st come 1st serve. Bring your own charcoal and fluid, and don't forget the utensils, especially the grill brush. Take home your trash. Please be considerate and supply your own bags as well.
Reasonably priced for entrance, beautifully upkept. Great place to come for swimming and a picnic. Little play area for the littles and many picnic tables.
Great park. We come here with a large group for father’s day for a few years now and always enjoy it. Big thanks to the welcoming staff! Nice facilities and looms like this year they installed new grills. Overall nice family park.
