History of Errol, New Hampshire, USA

1820 - Population of Errol - 26

New Hampshire provincial and State papers, Isaac W. Hammond, 1882

December 28, 1836 - Errol is incorporated as a town

New Hampshire provincial and State papers, Isaac W. Hammond, 1882

1839 - Errol
Errol, New Hampshire
Coos county. This town is situated on the W. of Umbagog lake. It contains about 35,000 acres of which 2,500 are water. Several considerable streams here unite with the Androscoggin. Errol was granted Feb. 28, 1774, to Timothy Ruggles and others. Population, 1830, 82. It lies about 30 miles N.N.E. from Lancaster.
The New England Gazetteer containing descriptions of all the states, counties and towns in New England: also descriptions of the principal mountains, rivers lakes, capes, bays, harbors, islands and fashionable resorts within that territory. By John Hayward, author of the Columbian Traveller, Religious Creeds, &c. &c. Boston: John Hayward. Boyd & White, Concord, N.H. 1839

1854 - Errol
ERROL, a post - township of Coos county, New Hampshire, on the W. side of Umbagog lake, 30 miles N.E. from Lancaster. Pop., 188.
A New and Complete Gazetteer of the United States: Giving a Full and Comprehensive Review of the Present Condition, Industry, and Resources of the American Confederacy ... Thomas Baldwin (of Philadelphia.) Joseph Thomas January 1, 1854 Philadelphia : Lippincott, Grambo & Company 1854.

1880 - Population of Errol - 161

New Hampshire provincial and State papers, Isaac W. Hammond, 1882

1895 - Errol
Er'rol, a post - township of Coos co., N.H., is bounded on the E. by Umbagog Lake, and drained by Androscoggin River. Pop. 178.
Lippincott's Gazetteer of the World: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World Containing Notices of Over One Hundred and Twenty-five Thousand Places ... Joseph Thomas January 1, 1895 J.B. Lippincott

1916 - Erroll
Erroll, a post - township (town) of Coos co., N.H., is bounded on the E. by Umbagog Lake and drained by the Androscoggin River. Pop. in 1900, 305.
Lippincotts New Gazetteer: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World, Containing the Most Recent and Authentic Information Respecting the Countries, Cities, Towns, Resorts, Islands, Rivers, Mountains, Seas, Lakes, Etc., in Every Portion of the Globe, Part 1 Angelo Heilprin Louis Heilprin - January 1, 1916 J.B. Lippincott - Publisher

Here's a list of places to go and things to do in and around Errol:
Lake Umbagog National Wildlife Refuge: This vast and pristine wilderness area offers fantastic opportunities for wildlife viewing, birdwatching, hiking, and fishing. Lake Umbagog itself is perfect for kayaking and canoeing.

Umbagog Lake State Park: This state park provides a beautiful sandy beach along the shores of Lake Umbagog. It's an excellent spot for swimming, picnicking, and sunbathing. There are also boat launches for those who want to explore the lake by water.

Hiking and Trails: The region around Errol boasts numerous hiking trails. You can explore trails like the Magalloway Mountain Trail, which offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside, or hike along the Androscoggin River.

Bird Watching: Bird enthusiasts will find Errol a great place for bird watching. The Lake Umbagog National Wildlife Refuge is home to a variety of bird species, including bald eagles and ospreys.

Visit Errol Heritage Museum: Learn about the history of Errol and the surrounding... Read MORE...