History of Ossipee, New Hampshire, USA

Ossipee, New Hampshire
Strafford county, is 60 miles N.N.E. from Concord, and about 15 miles N.E. from Gilford, across Winnepisiogee lake. Ossipee mountain, a rough and broken range, lies in the N.W. part of Ossipee, extending into the adjoining towns. It is 6 or 8 miles in length, and is so elevated that in easterly storms the winds break over the summits, frequently causing much injury to the farms, and buildings at its base. Ossipee lake is in this town, and Freedom: it is a fine body of water, of an oval form, covering about 7,000 acres, having no island, and its waters clear and beautiful. Ossipee river flows from this lake, from whence it passes through Freedom into the Saco, in Maine. Pine river passes through the E. part of Ossipee, and Bear-camp river falls into the lake on the N.W. There are several ponds in Ossipee, the largest of which lies partly in Tuftonborough, and is about 400 rods long. Bear pond in the S.E. part, has no visible outlet. Near the W. shore of Ossipee...

OSSIPEE, a post - village, capital of Carroll co., New Hampshire, on the W. side of Ossipee lake, 45 miles N. N. E. from Concord. Population of the township, 2123.

Ossipee, a post - village, capital of Carroll co., N.H., in Ossipee township, on the Portsmouth & Conway Railroad, 55 miles N. by W. of Portsmouth, and 26 miles S. of North Conway. It has 5 churches and several saw-mills. The township contains other villages, named Centre Ossipee and West Ossipee, and is bounded N.E. by the beautiful Ossipee Lake, which is visited by many tourists in summer. This lake is about 8 miles long. Pop. of the township, 1822.

Ossipee Lake: This is the crown jewel of Ossipee. It's a large, pristine lake that offers excellent opportunities for swimming, boating, fishing, and water sports. There are public access points and boat rentals available for those who want to explore the lake.

White Lake State Park: Located just south of Ossipee, this state park is a fantastic place for a family picnic, swimming, and hiking. The lake is surrounded by a sandy beach, and there are several trails to explore, including the challenging White Lake Trail.

Hiking: Ossipee and the surrounding area offer a variety of hiking trails for all skill levels. The Ossipee Mountain Range, including Mount Shaw and Mount Baldy, offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding region. Be sure to check trail conditions and difficulty levels before embarking on your hike.

Golfing: Ossipee is home to some excellent golf courses. The Indian Mound Golf Club and the Province Lake Golf Course are both popular choices for golf...