Your Season, Your Adventure

Perched atop Shepard Hill overlooking Squam Lake and the White Mountains, Van Horn Estate is a beautiful starting point for discovering the character and charm of New Hampshire. From lake days and scenic hikes to local shops, galleries, historic towns, and seasonal traditions, every season brings something new to discover. Or simply stay close to home and enjoy the gardens, pool, spa, and amenities of the estate. Each season presents new options for adventure. Browse the popular experiences below and ask our concierges for ideas and insider secrets.

Explore the Lakes Region

On the Water

For a fully private experience, Experience Squam offers personalized boating tours of Squam Lake — tailored around fishing, swimming, or wildlife watching at your pace. Prefer to set your own course? Squam Lakes Association rents canoes and kayaks for half- or full-day self-guided outings.

For those who want a captain and a story, the Science Center Lake Cruise runs public guided tours of Squam Lake each summer day — beloved by first-timers and returning guests alike.

Motorized boats, paddleboats, and canoes are available at Asquam Marina, Riveredge Marina, and Squam Lakeside Farms. Bringing your own vessel? Secure a slip at Riveredge Marina on Little Squam Lake, or launch from the public ramp right in town.

On Land

Chamberlain-Reynolds Memorial Forest is a short trip away and offers several beaches, a boardwalk, and over 4 miles of hiking trails winding through stunning lakeside terrain.