Mirror Lake
Mirror Lake is a serene, spring-fed gem tucked into the hills between Tuftonboro and Wolfeboro. At around 300 acres with crystal-clear water and undeveloped shores, it's one of the region's most peaceful lakes, perfect for…
Why Mirror Lake?
Mirror Lake is a serene, spring-fed gem tucked into the hills between Tuftonboro and Wolfeboro. At around 300 acres with crystal-clear water and undeveloped shores, it's one of the region's most peaceful lakes, perfect for families who want quiet mornings, loon calls, and a true escape.
The lake is ideal for kayaking, canoeing, and swimming; motorboat traffic is minimal. The surrounding woods offer hiking trails and a sense of seclusion that's hard to find on the larger lakes. Downtown Wolfeboro is just a 10-minute drive for dining, shopping, and provisions.
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The Story of Mirror Lake
Mirror Lake's history is quiet even by Tuftonboro standards, and Tuftonboro is a town that never wanted a railroad. The lake sits in the only New Hampshire town ever granted to a single owner, John Tufton Mason, in 1750, and gave its name to one of the town's three village and post office districts, alongside Melvin Village and Center Tuftonboro. The name appears to be simply descriptive: on a still morning the water really does mirror the hills.
Like every basin in the Lakes Region, Mirror Lake is a glacier's leftover, connected to Winnipesaukee's Winter Harbor by a short outlet stream. Its shoreline story is the story of the smaller lakes generally: farms first, then modest summer camps and cottages, never hotels. The grandest neighbor arrived in 1912, when Dr. Henry Forrest Libby opened his natural history museum on Route 109 overlooking Winter Harbor, a short ride from the lake and still worth the trip.
Honestly, not much has ever happened at Mirror Lake, and the people who love it would like to keep it that way.
Through the Years
- 1750Tuftonboro granted to John Tufton Mason, sole owner
- 1795Town of Tuftonboro incorporated
- 1912Libby Museum opens nearby on Winter Harbor
Mirror Lake Map
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Homes Near Mirror Lake
308 Governor Wentworth Highway
Tuftonboro, NH
3 BD | 1 BA | 1,880 sqft
Listed by Compass New England, LLC
21 Waumbeck Road
Wolfeboro, NH
5 BD | 3 BA | 2,634 sqft
Listed by Coldwell Banker Realty Gilford NH
44 Waumbeck Road
Wolfeboro, NH
3 BD | 2 BA | 1,940 sqft
Listed by BHHS Verani Wolfeboro
143 Middle Road
Tuftonboro, NH
3 BD | 3 BA | 3,390 sqft
Listed by BHHS Verani Moultonborough
369 Stoddard Road
Wolfeboro, NH
3 BD | 4 BA | 3,663 sqft
Listed by KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty/Meredith
23 Crystal Shore Road
Wolfeboro, NH
5 BD | 5 BA | 5,588 sqft
Listed by BHHS Verani Wolfeboro
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Towns on Mirror Lake
Tuftonboro
Tuftonboro is a quiet, upscale residential town on the northeast shore of Lake Winnipesaukee. With no commercial center of its own, it offers maximum privacy and some of the lake's most prestigious waterfront estates.
Wolfeboro
Known as "The Oldest Summer Resort in America," Wolfeboro sits at the eastern shore of Lake Winnipesaukee. Its walkable downtown features independent shops, restaurants, and the New Hampshire Boat Museum.
Fishing on Mirror Lake
Warmwater fishery · Open water fishing: mid-April through October.
Mirror Lake fishes like a well-kept secret: a small warmwater lake where the bass and panfish see very little pressure and a kayak covers all the water that matters. With motorized traffic minimal, calm evenings here belong to the fly rod, and the sunfish bite along the shoreline makes it an easy first fishery for kids.
Warmwater Species
Fish illustrations by Duane Raver and Timothy Knepp, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service. Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.
Access & Regulations
Mirror Lake swimming area. Best enjoyed from canoe/kayak or shore.
A New Hampshire freshwater fishing license is required for anglers 16 and older, available online from NH Fish and Game.
NH Fish & Game RegulationsLocal Tips
Loons, herons, kingfishers, and more call Mirror Lake home. See our Lakes Region birding guide for who to watch for and where.
Stories & Guides
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Triggs Island: The Hidden History of Lake Wentworth's Most Storied Isle
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Big Barndoor Island: History, Life, and Homes on Winnipesaukee
Discover the rich history and island lifestyle of Big Barndoor Island on Lake Winnipesaukee, from cattle grazing to coveted waterfront retreats.
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