Umbagog Lake State Park
"Bethel is close enough for an easy cross-border outing and is popular with visitors who enjoy combining Maine and New Hampshire outdoor destinations. Travelers from Bethel often come for canoeing, fishing, and birdwatching."
Umbagog Lake State Park is a wilderness-style park centered on a large glacial lake shared with Maine, prized for canoeing, kayaking, fishing, and birdwatching. Visitors come for its quiet shoreline, island camping, and chances to see loons, bald eagles, and moose.
Androscoggin Wayside Park
"Bethel visitors crossing into New Hampshire can enjoy a quiet riverside stop without a long detour. It is a good choice for travelers looking for a picnic area and water views during a day trip."
Androscoggin Wayside Park is a compact day-use park known for its river access and relaxed roadside setting. Visitors come for a quick picnic stop, fishing, and a scenic break while traveling through the North Country.