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Sunrise Lake
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Location of Sunrise Lake in New Hampshire, USA.
Location of Sunrise Lake in New Hampshire, USA.
Sunrise Lake
Location in New Hampshire
Location of Sunrise Lake in New Hampshire, USA.
Location of Sunrise Lake in New Hampshire, USA.
Sunrise Lake
Location in the United States
Location Strafford County, New Hampshire
Coordinates 43°27′13″N 71°4′15″W / 43.45361°N 71.07083°W / 43.45361; -71.07083
Primary outflows Dames Brook
Basin countries United States
Max. length 1.4 mi (2.3 km)
Max. width 0.5 mi (0.80 km)
Surface area 247 acres (1.00 km2)
Average depth 6 ft (1.8 m)
Max. depth 13 ft (4.0 m)
Surface elevation 665 ft (203 m)
Islands 4
Settlements Middleton

Sunrise Lake is a beautiful body of water located in Middleton, New Hampshire, a town in eastern New Hampshire, United States. It covers about 247 acres, which is roughly the size of 187 football fields! This lake is found in Strafford County, New Hampshire.

The lake was once known by a different name: Dump Reservoir. Over time, its name was changed to the more pleasant "Sunrise Lake." Water from Sunrise Lake flows into the Cochecho River, which is part of a larger system called the Piscataqua River watershed. A watershed is an area of land where all the water drains into a common river or lake.

About Sunrise Lake

Sunrise Lake is a freshwater lake in the state of New Hampshire. It is known for its calm waters and natural surroundings. The lake is a popular spot for outdoor activities.

Where is Sunrise Lake?

Sunrise Lake is located in the town of Middleton. Middleton is a small town in Strafford County, New Hampshire. This county is in the eastern part of New Hampshire. The lake is surrounded by forests and natural areas.

Fish and Wildlife

Sunrise Lake is classified as a warmwater fishery. This means its waters are warm enough for certain types of fish to thrive. Many different kinds of fish live here.

Some of the fish you might find in Sunrise Lake include:

  • Largemouth bass
  • Smallmouth bass
  • Chain pickerel
  • Brown bullhead
  • White perch
  • Bluegill
  • Yellow perch

These fish make the lake a great place for fishing. Many people enjoy trying to catch these species.

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