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Help Us Help the Lakes

Year-round monitoring of the Lakes gives us much needed reliable data that allows us to tackle any issues that might arise.
Learn more about water monitoring and how you can help

2026 Squam Ridge Race

Sunday, September 27
Lace up your running shoes! Registration is now open for the 14th annual Squam Ridge Race! 
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Camping Reservations Open

Reservations for the 2026 camping season are now open to the general public.
Make a Reservation

Explore our conservation projects

This interactive map lets you explore the conservation projects we’ve completed, those currently underway, and our future plans for each site.
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about the sla

The Squam Lakes Association is dedicated to conserving the natural beauty, peaceful character, and resources of the watershed.

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Join Us for our 2026 Annual Meeting

Explore Squam

By exploring Squam you will begin to understand the magic and beauty of this special place. There are many ways to touch Squam, but the best ways are to try one of the following options:

Camping

General camping reservations are now open. 
Reserve a campsite

Boating

Explore the shores of Squam, with its many islands, coves, and miles of protected mountain views.
Rent canoes & kayaks
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Hiking

Experience the magic of Squam by exploring one of the many beautiful hiking trails.
Hiking trails & maps

How you can get involved

Volunteer with us

Join one of our many volunteer programs helping out on the lake or in the mountains.
Volunteer opportunities

Make a general donation

Donate to our general fund to help support all of our work at the SLA.
Donate today

Become an SLA member

Enjoy member discounts and perks while also supporting our work to protect Squam.
Membership options

Upcoming Events

Aug 08 Saturday

Guided Hike: Morgan and Percival

Challenge yourself and join LRCC Member Macie on August 8th for an unforgettable summer hike. We'll be going up ladders, hitting two peaks, and climbing down through caves on this 5.3 mile adventure.

Find out more
Aug 09 Sunday

Volunteer: Water Quality Excursion

Join Lakes Region Conservation Corps (LRCC) members on a water quality excursion on Squam Lake! Learn about how to take water quality data and how it contributes to our long term monitoring of Squam Lakes.

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Aug 15 Saturday

Read as the Lorax Does!

Ever wonder how a tree can tell its own story without speaking? Come join LRCC members Leon and Macie for a lesson all about trees. We'll explore why rings are made, what they tell us, and finish the day with a wood cookie craft.

Find out more
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Our live lake camera is back

Tune in anytime to stay connected to the place you love!
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