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Elm Brook Park Rec Area
USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers — CONTOOCOOK · New Hampshire · Hopkinton-Everett Lake
| Agency | USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Area | Hopkinton-Everett Lake |
| Location | CONTOOCOOK · New Hampshire · Hopkinton-Everett Lake · 43.18861, -71.72778 · Map |
| Sites | 4 public sites counted from the federal listing — 4 group shelter nonelectric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 0 of 4 sites Water hookups at 0 of 4 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 4 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 4 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Not reported in the federal data |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Not reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground. |
| Check-in / out | In 10:00 AM · Out 06:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Accessible sites | 4 marked accessible in the listing |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 603-746-3601 |
Check availability & book on Recreation.gov →
This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-05-19.
From the official listing
Overview Elm Brook Park is a day-use area located on Elm Brook Pool just off State Route 127 near Concord, New Hampshire. Elm Brook Pool is part of Hopkinton-Everett Lakes, where visitors enjoy a wide variety of recreational opportunities, including boating, swimming, hiking and fishing. Please note that pets are not allowed in Elm Brook Park during operational hours of 10am-6pm from Saturday, May 23, 2026 through Sunday, August 30, 2026.
Recreation Elm Brook Park offers plenty of activities for visitors of all ages. Many enjoy canoeing and kayaking on the lake and Contoocook River, and a boat ramp and accessible fishing dock are available at the park.
Walleye, brook trout, sunfish and pickerel can be found in abundance in the lake, making it a popular place for anglers.
A 1.5-mile interpretive trail winds through the park. Hikers are treated to views of wetlands and uplands, both with a wide diversity of natural habitats. A multi-use trail system is located nearby at Hopkinton-Everett Reservoir. Facilities The park offers four large group picnic shelters with tables and grills which may be reserved for a fee. Over 100 family picnic sites are also available on a first come, first served basis. Flush toilets and drinking water are provided.
Amenities at this family-friendly park include a swimming area with a great beach, a playground area, horseshoe pits, a basketball court, ball field, and an elevated wildlife-viewing platform.
The park is staffed by uniformed park rangers who offer special programs on a variety of nature topics throughout the season. Each summer, rangers also present a very popular Junior Ranger program. Natural Features The park is situated among rolling hills on the shores of Elm Brook Pool. Acres of open lawns cover the park, and stands of mature hardwood trees offer pleasant shade and wildlife habitat. The park also contains a natural wetland.
Directions, from the listing
Take I-89 to exit 6 and follow the signs to Elm Brook Park.
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Trip Card — Elm Brook Park Rec Area
CONTOOCOOK · New Hampshire · Hopkinton-Everett Lake
| Agency | USACE · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Location | CONTOOCOOK · New Hampshire · Hopkinton-Everett Lake |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | None reported |
| Max RV | Not reported |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 4 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234090 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.