2024 Map of West Alton

About this map

Lake Winnipesaukee and its complex shoreline dominate this coastal Belknap County landscape, where the waters of The Broads meet numerous islands and points. Small settlements such as West Alton and Spring Haven sit along the western banks, connected by the winding path of Lake Shore Road. The terrain rises sharply away from the water into the Belknap Mountains, reaching prominent summits at Gunstock Mtn and Mount Major. Local history and genealogy are well-preserved through several small burial sites, including the West Alton Cem and the family-named Thomas Graveyard on Tuftonboro Neck. The map captures the dense distribution of seasonal and permanent lakeside developments, from Lake Shore Park to the secluded residences on Rattlesnake Island and Welch Island, illustrating the long-standing importance of the lake to the region's economy and social structure.