Silver Lake (Madison, New Hampshire) facts for kids
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Silver Lake at Nichols Beach, Madison, NH
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Lake Location in New Hampshire
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Lake Location in the United States
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| Location | Carroll County, New Hampshire |
| Coordinates | 43°51′57″N 71°10′24″W / 43.86583°N 71.17333°W |
| Primary inflows | Deer River Forrest Brook |
| Primary outflows | West Branch |
| Basin countries | United States |
| Max. length | 2.6 mi (4.2 km) |
| Max. width | 1.2 mi (1.9 km) |
| Surface area | 969 acres (3.92 km2) |
| Average depth | 47 ft (14 m) |
| Max. depth | 164 ft (50 m) |
| Surface elevation | 468 ft (143 m) |
| Islands | Big Island; Bimba Island; Loon Island |
| Settlements | Silver Lake (town of Madison) |
Silver Lake is a beautiful body of water in Carroll County, eastern New Hampshire, United States. It covers about 969 acres (3.9 km²) and is located in the town of Madison. The small village of Silver Lake is right at the northern end of the lake.
Water from Silver Lake flows into the West Branch river. This river then travels through the Ossipee Pine Barrens. Finally, it reaches Ossipee Lake and eventually the Saco River in Maine.
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Exploring Silver Lake
Silver Lake is a great place for outdoor fun. Most of the lake's edge is covered in trees. But there are also many spots perfect for swimming.
Popular Swimming Spots
You can find several popular beaches around the lake. These include "the foot" of the lake, "Nichols Beach", and "the head of the lake." They are all excellent places to cool off on a hot day.
Famous Visitors to Silver Lake
Silver Lake was a special summer home for a famous poet named E. E. Cummings. His father built two houses on the eastern side of the lake. Later, his family bought a nearby place called Joy Farm. Cummings spent most of his summers there and even his final days.
Fish and Wildlife
Silver Lake is home to many different types of fish. It is known as a good spot for both cold-water and warm-water fish. This means you can find a variety of species living here.
Types of Fish in Silver Lake
Some of the fish you might find in Silver Lake include:
These fish make Silver Lake a popular place for fishing.
