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Lake Francis State Park/Murphy Dam Trail Access

Lake Francis State Park offers an improved boat ramp on the south side of Route 3 providing access to the 2,000-acre lake, with 45 campsites available including waterfront options with hookups.

The park serves as an excellent base for fishing and paddling in New Hampshire's Great North Woods region, with amenities including flush toilets, showers, and a dump station for campers.


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