Governors Island (Lake Winnipesaukee)

Governors Island
Geography
Location Lake Winnipesaukee
Gilford, New Hampshire
Coordinates 43°36′35″N 71°25′31″W / 43.60972°N 71.42528°W / 43.60972; -71.42528Coordinates: 43°36′35″N 71°25′31″W / 43.60972°N 71.42528°W / 43.60972; -71.42528
Length 1.8 mi (2.9 km)
Width 0.7 mi (1.1 km)
Highest elevation 646 ft (196.9 m)
Administration
United States
State New Hampshire
County Belknap
Town Gilford
Demographics
Population varies seasonally
[1]

Governors Island is one of six bridged islands[2] on Lake Winnipesaukee and is part of the town of Gilford, New Hampshire. The island supports high end housing and cultural activities.

See also

Another Governor's Island occupies Island Pond in Hampstead, New Hampshire.

References

  1. ↑ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Governors Island. Retrieved on 2008-07-31.
  2. ↑ http://www.lake-winnipesaukee-travel-guide.com/facts.html


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