The live animal exhibit trail and all hiking trails are CLOSED.

Visit and Explore

Open meadows, mature forests, and marsh boardwalks connect interactive natural exhibits where native animals reside: black bear, mountain lion, raptors, river otter, bobcat, and more.

Plan approximately two-and-a-half hours to walk the exhibit trail. Trails are open May 1 through November 1, 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (last trail admission at 3:30 p.m.) Trails remain open Saturdays and Sundays during November, 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (last trail admission at 2:00 p.m.)

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Education Programs

Blue Heron School
School Programs
Summer Guided Discoveries
Live Animal Outreaches

Enjoy Cruises on Squam Lake

The 2021 cruise season begins in mid-May. Check back for updates and tickets.

Discover Squam
Discover Squam Cruise on Squam Lake
Bald Eagle Adventure
Bald Eagle in nest on Squam Lake
Loon Cruise
Loon with Chick
Cruise with a Naturalist
Viewing wildlife through binoculars on a Squam Lake Cruise
Private Charters
View of Mt Chocorua from Squam Lake
Group Tours
View from Squam Channel entering Squam Lake

Read More About Squam Lake Cruises


 

What People Are Saying



Andrew Trudel
, 03/05/25

Great spot to learn about nature while enjoying the idyllic Squam Lake area. Highly suggest spending a weekend learning about New Hampshire’s incredible wildlife.


Jason Michael
, 03/03/25

Great place!


Laylah
, 01/24/25

Unlike many zoos that feature exotic animals from all over the world, the science center focuses on Native Species to the New Hampshire region. There’s also a focus on rehabilitation and an educational approach.


Jordan Lovell
, 01/12/25

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