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Small towns, four seasons of outdoor
recreation, arts, and things to
do with the whole family
Overview of the Sugar River Region
The Sugar River Region offers year-round recreation, exciting career opportunities, and affordable housing in a small-town environment. Learn more about why residents love living in the Sugar River Region and the next steps to moving to the region.
Spanning an area of 528 sq miles, the Sugar River Region is in Sullivan County in western New Hampshire. The region’s beautiful terrain consists of lakes, rivers, ponds, forests, and several mountains, including the Croydon and Sunapee. The Sugar and Cold Rivers run through the region, and Lake Sunapee lies along the northeastern border. The Sugar River Region’s fourteen towns and one city form part of the region’s unique offering and reflect the region’s wealth of natural resources, manufacturing heritage, scenic views, recreational amenities, and strong quality of life.
Our Namesake
The Sugar River begins at Lake Sunapee and ends at the Connecticut River. The 27-mile journey features an elevation drop of nearly 800 feet that has powered this region for over 100 years. Today, the Sugar River and other natural assets in Sullivan County connect us to the great outdoors in ways that we hope will power our future.
Discover the Communities of the Sugar River Region
Each of the Sugar River Region’s fourteen towns and one city form part of the region’s unique offering.
Proud of our Rich History
and Heritage
The Sugar River Region offers year-round recreation, exciting career opportunities, and affordable housing in a small-town environment. Learn more about why residents love living in the Sugar River Region and the next steps to moving to the region.
Fun for the Whole Family
Families can find a variety of activities in the Sugar River Region to keep everyone happy and having fun. Try different hiking trails, play on the beaches of Lake Sunapee, or enjoy cool evenings at one of the region’s campsites.
A Deep History and
Appreciation of the Arts
The Sugar River Region’s manufacturing past has carried over into its arts scene today. From the MakerSpace in Claremont to the Newport Opera House, the region has shown that it invests in the arts.
Country Stores, Regional Products & Agritourism Experiences
The Sugar River Region has U-pick farms, farm stands, and other agritourism experiences that supply communities and visitors with a range of exciting experiences, fresh produce, maple syrup, dairy products, and other farm or locally made products.
