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Merrymeeting River
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The Merrymeeting River in Alton, New Hampshire
Merrymeeting River is located in New Hampshire
Merrymeeting River
Merrymeeting River is located in the United States
Merrymeeting River
Country United States
State New Hampshire
Counties Strafford, Belknap
Towns New Durham, Alton
Physical characteristics
Main source Merrymeeting Lake
New Durham
647 ft (197 m)
43°28′38″N 71°10′44″W / 43.47722°N 71.17889°W / 43.47722; -71.17889
River mouth Lake Winnipesaukee
Alton Bay
504 ft (154 m)
43°28′12″N 71°14′2″W / 43.47000°N 71.23389°W / 43.47000; -71.23389
Length 10.0 mi (16.1 km)
Basin features
Tributaries
  • Left:
    Coffin Brook

The Merrymeeting River is a small river in the Lakes Region of central New Hampshire, United States. It flows for about 10.0-mile-long (16.1 km). This river is a branch of Lake Winnipesaukee. It is also part of the larger Merrimack River system.

Journey of the Merrymeeting River

The Merrymeeting River starts its journey at Merrymeeting Lake. This lake is located in the town of New Durham. From there, the river flows south.

River's Path Through Towns

As it travels, the river passes through a series of small ponds. It then reaches the main village area of New Durham. After going under New Hampshire Route 11, the river enters a wetland area called Merrymeeting Marsh.

At this point, the river makes a sharp turn. It begins to flow towards the northwest. This direction continues for the rest of its path. The river crosses a small dam in the town of Alton. Finally, it reaches Lake Winnipesaukee. The river meets the lake at a place called Alton Bay. This spot is the southernmost part of the lake.

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