2012 Map of Alton

About this map

Alton Bay serves as a primary gateway to the southern reaches of Lake Winnipesaukee, anchoring a landscape defined by the drainage of the Merrymeeting River into the broader Lakes Region. In the early 21st century, the area shows a complex mix of historic village centers and modern recreation, evidenced by the cluster of camps and community landings like the Merrymeeting River Camping Community and Camp Mi-Ta-Na. The terrain is punctuated by significant elevations including Ragged Mountain and Prospect Mountain, while the industrial history of the waterways is preserved in names like Powder Mill Fish Hatchery and Ela Mill Rd. Residential developments around Locke Lake and the Locke Lake Airport contrast with the more traditional agricultural and forested lands near Stockbridge Corners and Davis.