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Edward MacDowell Lake
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
75 Wilder St
Peterborough, NH 03458-1068
Phone: (603) 924-3431

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See the Edward MacDowell Lake website for additional information. Primary recreational opportunities are listed below.

Directions & Lake History/Factoid
Directions: From Nashua, US 3 to Exit 7, west on NH 101A and 101 to Peterborough, follow signs to dam, 4 miles West.

Factoid: A picturesque recreation area located near Peterborough, this facility is named after the famous composer and concert pianist, Edward Alexander MacDowell. In 1907 his wife, Marian, established the MacDowell Colony for artists. In continuous operation, the Colony offers a uniquely creative environment in the beauty of New Hampshire. For up-to-date information, call (603) 924-3431.

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Recreation areas 1 - 3 of 3 at Edward MacDowell Lake

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