WOLFEBORO BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
A Two-and-a-Half-Hour Circle of Lake Winnipesaukee: Narration, History and New England Scenery from Wolfeboro
A 2½-hour narrated scenic cruise aboard the historic M/S Mount Washington that combines regional history, lakeside vistas and full onboard dining—useful for planning what to expect and what to bring.
A Two-and-a-Half-Hour Circle of Lake Winnipesaukee: Narration, History and New England Scenery from Wolfeboro.
Embark from Wolfeboro for a 2½-hour narrated scenic tour aboard the historic M/S Mount Washington and move through the wide water and islands of Lake Winnipesaukee while guides recount local history and folklore, surrounded by classic New England scenery.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Lake Winnipesaukee’s panoramic shorelines
The cruise tours sweeping views of Lake Winnipesaukee’s islands and shoreline, offering uninterrupted vistas of the region’s celebrated New England landscape while the narration places those views in historical and folkloric context.
Historic M/S Mount Washington with live narration
The tour is conducted aboard the historic M/S Mount Washington with onboard narration that guides passengers through the lake’s history and local stories, making the vessel itself part of the attraction.
Full dining, bar service and a gift shop
During the 2½-hour cruise passengers can purchase breakfast or lunch from the quick-service restaurant, sample beer, wine and cocktails from the full bar, and browse Winnipesaukee gifts and Mount Washington souvenirs in the onboard gift shop.
What the day feels like
What the cruise feels like
The experience unfolds as a relaxed 2½-hour circuit of Lake Winnipesaukee: boarding at the designated dock, settling into open-deck or indoor seating, listening to continuous narration about the region’s history and folklore, and pausing between viewpoints to enjoy food, drinks and souvenirs aboard the Mount Washington.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who gets the most from this cruise—and who should note the limitations.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
In summer consider sunblock and a hat for shade; in fall bring a sweatshirt or jacket because it can be windy on the water. Do not bring outside food or beverage—passengers with coolers or lunch bags will be denied boarding.
The M/S Mount Washington has a quick-service restaurant for breakfast or lunch, a full bar with beer, wine and cocktails, and a gift shop with Winnipesaukee and Mount Washington souvenirs.
When departing from Wolfeboro, the meeting/boarding location is 11 Dockside Street, Wolfeboro, NH 03894; confirm the departure point for your booked day as the Mount also operates daily from Weirs Beach and select departures from Alton Bay.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Can I bring my own food and drinks?
No. The M/S Mount Washington is a full-service restaurant and outside food and beverage are not permitted; customers arriving with food or beverage items will be asked to return them to their car or dispose of them prior to check-in.
Is smoking permitted on board?
No. All vessels in the Winnipesaukee fleet are non-smoking; smoking and vaping are not permitted.
Are dogs permitted on board?
Only ADA service animals are permitted on board. WFC personnel will screen requests for service animals consistent with federal law, and misrepresentation of a service animal may be subject to a federal fine.
How long is the Narrated Scenic Tour?
The narrated scenic tour runs for approximately 2½ hours.
Where do I meet for the Wolfeboro departures?
The Wolfeboro meeting/boarding location is 11 Dockside Street, Wolfeboro, NH 03894.