The lake bed in 3-D: deep basin, drop-offs and shoreline. Shape estimated, not for navigation. Spot 1 (back of a cove) is open for everyone; the other 5 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Newfound Lake
Grafton County, New Hampshire · 4,450 acres (7 sq mi)
39°F water, calm this morning.
About Newfound Lake
Newfound Lake spreads over 4,450 acres in Grafton County, New Hampshire. Newfound Lake is one of the deepest and clearest lakes in New Hampshire.
From end to end it runs about 5.6 miles and its shoreline adds up to about 20 miles. At about 590 ft above sea level, it follows the seasons of the region. It reaches about 183 ft at its deepest, with an average depth near 74 ft. Bridgewater is right by the lake.
- Size
- 4,450 acres (7 sq mi)
- Deepest
- About 183 ft (average 74 ft)
- Shoreline
- About 20 miles
- End to end
- About 5.6 miles
- Elevation
- About 590 ft
- Type
- Natural lake
- County
- Grafton County
- Water
- Known for clear water
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Friday Good
- 6:00 am – 8:15 amsunrise
- 2:45 pm – 4:15 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 5 mph
Saturday Good
- 6:00 am – 8:15 amsunrise · wind 5 mph
- 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 5 mph
Based on sun and moon times and the wind forecast. A guide, not a promise. The app shows the whole week.
Fish to expect
Lakes like Newfound Lake in New Hampshire usually hold smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, yellow perch, bluegill and sunfish and trout. The state fish and wildlife agency lists what is stocked and the rules for this lake. With the surface at 39°F, the notes below say which of them should be biting.
- SlowSmallmouth bass
Cold. Slow presentations on deep rock.
- SlowLargemouth bass
Cold and sluggish. Fish slow and deep near steep banks.
- FairYellow perch
Cold. Deep schools; small jigs or minnows.
- SlowBluegill and sunfish
Cold. Deep and hard to tempt. Use tiny baits.
- FairTrout
Cold. Slow and near the surface on sunny days.
From today's water temperature and the season. A guide, not a promise.
Fishing spots
- 1Back of a cove
Sheltered, shallower water where baitfish gather.
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
5 more spots with LakeScope PRO: fish, depth band, water temperature, best time and bait for each.
Picked from the shape of the lake bed. A guide, not a promise.
Water temperature
At the surface, seen .
Water level
No daily level reading for this lake.
Ice
Open water
Ice thickness is an estimate from air temperature, not a measurement. Check the ice yourself before going on it.
Weather and wind
Sunrise 6:38 am · sunset 4:23 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Newfound Lake
- Bridgewateron the shore
- Bristolabout 1.9 mi southeast
- Alexandriaabout 2.1 mi south
- Plymouthabout 5.9 mi northeast
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Questions about Newfound Lake
What fish are in Newfound Lake?
Lakes like Newfound Lake usually hold smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, yellow perch, bluegill and sunfish and trout. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Newfound Lake?
About 183 ft at the deepest point, about 74 ft on average. The 3-D view shows where the deep water is.
How big is Newfound Lake?
4,450 acres, with about 20 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Newfound Lake?
Bridgewater is on the shore; Bristol is about 1.9 miles southeast.
What is the water temperature at Newfound Lake today?
The surface was about 39°F on the latest clear reading. The page updates every day.
Newfound Lake on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
