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Holderness
Half a day to one night: Squam Lake views, a quiet inn stay, and a short hike. Not a base unless you want lakefront peace.
Holderness is a small town on Squam Lake in New Hampshire's Lakes Region, best known for the lake itself and the Squam Lake Inn. It works as a half-day stop between I-93 and the lake, or a one-night stay for a quiet dinner and morning paddle. Most travellers use it as a lunch or photo break en route to Lincoln or Laconia.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- May–Oct
- avoid Nov–Apr (many places close or reduce hours)
- Airports
- MHT · BOS
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Holderness911 ▾
- Police, fire, ambulance911
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Holderness, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyVery safe.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police, fire, ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportMHT Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (About 1 h 15 min south via I-93).
- Getting aroundCar is essential; I-93 runs through town.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee$3–5
- Sit-down mealDinner entrée at Squam Lake Inn$25–40
- Street or quick mealLunch sandwich$10–15
- BeerBeer (pint)$5–8
- Budget bedSquam Lake Inn double room, a night, per roomUS$160
- Mid-range bedSquam Lake Inn double room, a night, per roomUS$175
- High-end bedSquam Lake Inn double room, a night, per roomUS$195
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$80 · Mid US$150 · High US$250
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- MHT Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (About 1 h 15 min south via I-93) · BOS Boston Logan International (About 2 h 15 min south via I-93)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
Feb
Avoid
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
Mar
Avoid
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
Apr
Avoid
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
May
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Jun
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Jul
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Aug
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Sep
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Oct
Best
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Nov
Avoid
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
Dec
Avoid
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
Best: May–Oct. Avoid: Nov–Apr. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)), coolest Jan (−12°C (10°F)10°F (−12°C) low), wettest May (12 rain days), driest Feb (9). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Holderness: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
−12°C (10°F)10°F (−12°C)
10 rd
Feb
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
−10°C (14°F)14°F (−10°C)
9 rd
Mar
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C)
11 rd
Apr
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
11 rd
May
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
12 rd
Jun
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
12 rd
Jul
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
11 rd
Aug
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
10 rd
Sep
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
9 rd
Oct
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
10 rd
Nov
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
11 rd
Dec
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
−9°C (16°F)16°F (−9°C)
11 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Car is essential; I-93 runs through town. No public transit within Holderness.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Door to door: 20 min
I-93 south, about 15 min
Laconia has more dining and the Lakes Region shopping centre.
Meredith
goDoor to door: 20 min
US-3 south, about 15 min
Meredith has a walkable downtown and lake cruises.
Ashland, New Hampshire
goDoor to door: 10 min
I-93 north, about 5 min
Ashland has a historic main street and a few restaurants.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Squam Lake area
The only lodging cluster; the Squam Lake Inn is the main option.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $80–120 excl. bed
- Mid
- $120–200 excl. bed
- High
- $200+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Squam Lake Inn double room1 × 1 night × US$175 | US$175 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$150 | US$300 |
| Dinner for two at the inn1 × US$80 | US$80 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$56 |
| Trip total≈ US$306 per person per day, bed included | US$611 |
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Prices of common things
| Coffee | $3–5 |
| Lunch sandwich | $10–15 |
| Dinner entrée at Squam Lake Inn | $25–40 |
| Beer (pint) | $5–8 |
| Gas (per gallon) | $3.50–4.50 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Many restaurants and shops close by 20:00 or earlier outside summer.Many restaurants and shops close by 8:00 PM or earlier outside summer.
- Squam Lake Inn requires advance booking in July and August.
- Cell service can be spotty near the lake.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 911
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Manchester Airport → Holderness: about 1 h 15 min by car (check)
- Boston → Holderness: about 2 h 15 min by car (check)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Holderness. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–Oct · avoid Nov–Apr (many places close or reduce hours) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
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