Bow Lake Boat Ramp on Water Street in Strafford provides trailer ramp access to the 1,149-acre lake, though parking for boat trailers is limited. The ramp is maintained by the Town of Strafford and designated as a Road to Public Waters (RTPW) access point.

Boaters should be aware of the lake's 4-foot water drawdown each October and must comply with New Hampshire's invasive species protocols by cleaning, draining, and drying equipment between uses.