Can you reserve a site at Elm Brook Park Rec Area?

Yes, Elm Brook Park Rec Area is reservable through Recreation.gov.

Are pets allowed at Elm Brook Park Rec Area?

No, pets are not allowed at Elm Brook Park Rec Area.

Are campfires allowed at Elm Brook Park Rec Area?

Campfires are not allowed at Elm Brook Park Rec Area.

Elm Brook Park Rec Area, New Hampshire — 4 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Elm Brook Park is a day-use area located on Elm Brook Pool just off State Route 127 near Concord, New Hampshire. Elm Brook Pool is part of Hopkinton-Everett Lakes, where visitors enjoy a wide variety of recreational opportunities, including boating, swimming, hiking and fishing. Please note that pets are not allowed in Elm Brook Park during operational hours of 10am-6pm from Saturday, May 23, 2026 through Sunday, August 30, 2026.

Recreation

Elm Brook Park offers plenty of activities for visitors of all ages. Many enjoy canoeing and kayaking on the lake and Contoocook River, and a boat ramp and accessible fishing dock are available at the park. Walleye, brook trout, sunfish and pickerel can be found in abundance in the lake, making it a popular place for anglers. A 1.5-mile interpretive trail winds through the park. Hikers are treated to views of wetlands and uplands, both with a wide diversity of natural habitats. A multi-use trail system is located nearby at Hopkinton-Everett Reservoir.

Facilities

The park offers four large group picnic shelters with tables and grills which may be reserved for a fee. Over 100 family picnic sites are also available on a first come, first served basis. Flush toilets and drinking water are provided. Amenities at this family-friendly park include a swimming area with a great beach, a playground area, horseshoe pits, a basketball court, ball field, and an elevated wildlife-viewing platform. The park is staffed by uniformed park rangers who offer special programs on a variety of nature topics throughout the season. Each summer, rangers also present a very popular Junior Ranger program.

Natural Features

The park is situated among rolling hills on the shores of Elm Brook Pool. Acres of open lawns cover the park, and stands of mature hardwood trees offer pleasant shade and wildlife habitat. The park also contains a natural wetland.

The facts

4 bookable sites
4 sites for day use only
4 accessible sites
Up to 150 people per site
Loops: ELM BROOK

Site types

4 Group Shelter Nonelectric

Amenities

Grills
Shade
Campfires allowed — not available
Pets allowed — not available

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits, picnic tables.

Book on Recreation.gov

4 campsites at Elm Brook Park Rec Area

Check-in 10:00 AM · Check-out 06:00 PM

Accessible only

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
001	ELM BROOK	Group Shelter Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	150	♿
002	ELM BROOK	Group Shelter Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	100	♿
003	ELM BROOK	Group Shelter Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	60	♿
004	ELM BROOK	Group Shelter Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	60	♿

Getting there

Take I-89 to exit 6 and follow the signs to Elm Brook Park.

43.18861, -71.72778 · 43°11'19.0"N 71°43'40.0"W

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Typical weather

Typically 83°F in Jul, down to 32°F in Jan.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	32	36	43	57	69	77	83	81	74	60	47	37
Low °F	13	11	20	32	43	52	58	56	47	37	28	19
Precip in	3.3	3.1	3.8	3.9	3.7	4.5	4.3	4.0	4.0	5.4	3.9	4.3

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.9 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Elm Brook Park Rec Area

Can you reserve a site at Elm Brook Park Rec Area?: Yes, Elm Brook Park Rec Area is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Elm Brook Park Rec Area have?: 4 sites.
Are pets allowed at Elm Brook Park Rec Area?: No, pets are not allowed at Elm Brook Park Rec Area.
Are campfires allowed at Elm Brook Park Rec Area?: Campfires are not allowed at Elm Brook Park Rec Area.

Camping near Elm Brook Park Rec Area

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Visitor Center 38.7 mi · Visitor Center
Moose Mountain Shelter 42.8 mi · Campground
Boott Cotton Mills Museum 43 mi · Visitor Center
Velvet Rocks Shelter 44.6 mi · Campground
Trapper John Shelter 45.4 mi · Campground
Smarts Mountain Campsite 46.5 mi · Campground

Contact

Phone 603-746-3601
Book Recreation.gov

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-05-19.

Elm Brook Park Rec Area