Edward MacDowell Lake

Tick infested bog area

I have never seen a worse tick infestation. The so-called lake is little more than a boggy area with no visual worth visiting.

Wonderful place to hold a LARGE cookout!

Absolutely favorite place to hold a Large family gathering during the summer. Shelter 2 is our favorite to rent. Easy view/access to swimming area, horseshoe pits, volleyball, kids play area, hiking, ...

Not my first place to visit while in Peterborough

Lets face it, unless you kayak paddle board or hike this is not the first place I would visit in Peterborough. There are some very beautiful vistas in the Dam area but. you can't readily drive to it....

Good scenic views any time of year

One of our favorite walks in Peterborough. Easy going on gravel and dirt path on the east side of the lake. Good for birding in season. Often have other wildlife sightings. Family and dog-friendly...

I love this hidden gem

I am hesitant to write this review because I like it just the way it is. This place is run by the us army corps of engineers and is free to use (unless you'd like to rent a shelter). It is a great pla...